Andalusia has been the top exporter of fresh strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries internationally in the first quarter of 2024, with the region accounting for 80% of global sales of these products during this period. Thanks to these sales from January to March, the Andalusian community has achieved... read more

RipeLocker, a company specializing in post-harvest hypobaric storage solutions, has announced a partnership with AgroIdeas, a storage and logistics supplier in Ecuador. This collaboration aims to introduce RipeLockers technology for extending the shelf life of flowers and fruits. read more

Everything is ready: this week starts the mountain strawberry campaign by VIP. A good harvest is expected, around 420 tons, slightly higher than last year's volumes. VIP cultivates 15 varieties, of which two cover 60% of the overall production: Elsanta and read more

"Despite high expectations, pear sales have been sluggish in recent weeks. Not many people expected this, but there are still quite a few pears available. The trade is trying to tap into its own stocks first and that is causing staging of sales," observes Emanuel Sluis of Service2Fruit. read more

"Surely this is the most solitary organism in the world," wrote paleontologist Richard Fortey in his book about the evolution of life. He was talking about Encephalartos woodii (E. woodii), a plant from South Africa. E. woodii is a member of the cycad family, a group of plants with thick trunks and. read more

Australian fresh produce businesses are being encouraged to collect more data throughout their supply chain - from the field to the consumer's plate - and make sure that it is utilized to achieve optimal results and value for producers. At Hort Connections 2024, three industry experts discussed the importance of this practice as part of the 'How' aspect. read more

Port workers in Germany, especially at North Sea ports, have launched another series of warning strikes lasting 24 hours, starting from 6 a.m. on Monday, June 17, until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18. The purpose of this action is to push for their demands amidst ongoing disputes with the Central Association of German Seaport. read more

Is it possible to meet new people while grocery shopping at the supermarket? Some say yes, but how can you distinguish between those who entered the store just to buy what is missing in their pantry or fridge from those who are there for a different purpose? It's simple, read more

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture's Horticulture Field Day on June 27 will showcase the most recent research on the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. This half-day event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Division's Southwest Research and Extension Center, 362. read more

Currently, the supply of mangoes in the market is still limited compared to last year due to lower productions in Peru, Brazil, and Mexico. However, Spanish exporters are optimistic that there will be a successful domestic campaign this summer as long as there are no unforeseen obstacles. read more

Ze względów bezpieczeństwa Stany Zjednoczone tymczasowo zawiesiły inspekcje awokado i mango w meksykańskim stanie Michoacán. Dwóch amerykańskich inspektorów, którzy pracują dla USDA, zostało zatrzymanych w zeszły piątek podczas demonstracji w Paracho, miasteczku na północy drugiego co do wielkości miasta w Michoacán. read more

On the occasion of The Lifesaver Awards 2024 - an annual event that took place on June 14th at the Cinema Barberini in Rome, bringing together top figures from the journalism, institutional, and entrepreneurial world - Zerbinati, a leader in Italy in the production of... read more

The National Farmers' Federation welcomes the visit of Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Australia. Strong and cooperative relationships with our international markets and partners are critically important. China is the largest trading partner for Australian agriculture, both at the sector level and in terms of overall trade. read more

Pili nuts. It may not immediately ring a bell for many, but with this new introduction to the nut landscape, Pili Pi Nuts is making waves in the European market. "Of course, it's not every day that a new nut emerges in the market, so we're already seeing a lot of interest in this special one." read more

To use potaoes as a primary food source for dogs. It's important to be cautious and avoid feeding raw potatoes to dogs, as they contain solanine, which can be harmful to their health. read more

Bloemteknik has initiated a partnership with Soli Organic. Bloemteknik states that their customizable lighting plays a crucial role in achieving the scientific breakthroughs of Soli Organic's latest indoor farm, spanning 140,000 square feet in San Antonio, Texas. Through the incorporation of Bloem's technology, the farm aims to optimize plant growth and productivity. read more

The production of Plátano de Canarias is going through a period of instability. The production crisis caused by the volcanic eruption in La Palma in 2022 was followed by a record production year in 2023. read more

13 June marked the day when the first apricots from this year's harvest were picked at the Martin family farm in Eriskirch. As one of the few apricot producers in the Lake Constance region, this family-run fruit farm has been cultivating this heat-loving crop right from the start. read more

Fresh Food Leader, the organizer of in-person meetings between buyers of fruits and vegetables from national and international large-scale retailers and production companies, is now launching a series of free webinars focused on marketing fruits and vegetables for production and trading companies. read more

We are facing a real change in the avocado market: production is rapidly increasing and international trade is expanding quickly, with forecasts indicating that exports will exceed 3 million tons by 2025, according to the data. read more