Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, is a sponsor of the seventh edition of the Duathlon del Chiavicone, the Italian Classic Duathlon Championship: an adrenaline-filled sports challenge that will take place on Sunday, April 21st in Quinzano D'Oglio. read more

Garlic bulbs are typically planted before the first hard frost in the fall. As spring arrives, shoots emerge from the ground while the flavorful and pungent bulb continues to develop underground until it is ready for harvesting in early summer. In 2023, Canadian farmers planted a record high of 950 hectares of garlic. read more

In 2023, only a few kilograms of potatoes were exported from Armenia. This information was revealed by former Minister of Agriculture, Ashot Arutyunyan, during a press conference on April 16. He explained that this low export volume was due to documentation issues and customs clearance problems, which were similar to the challenges faced by Armenian importers in the past. read more

Fran Barnes, Chief Executive of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), has responded to the outcome of Theresa Villiers MP's Ten-Minute Rule Motion calling for the prohibition of the sale of peat. Barnes stated, "The Horticultural Trades Association and the broader environmental horticulture sector have been working read more

South African agriculture was one of the first to adopt EurepGAP (predecessor to GlobalG.A.P) certification in 2003, following Spain and Italy, given its export-oriented industry. Lemons, oranges, soft citrus, pears, and apples are now the top five South African products certified by GlobalG.A.P. read more

"The strawberry farming season in the Verona area has just begun a few days ago and the initial feedback is positive both in terms of quality and prices. This is, in a nutshell, the comment that Filippo Rossini, category manager for strawberries and small fruits at Villafrut, has provided to IFN." read more

A pineapple seller with a pineapple-themed hairstyle has become a sensation in a viral Instagram video. His unique appearance, which symbolizes his passion for his work, has entertained social media users, leading to a variety of comments about his marketing tactics and inquiries about his sales success. read more

“Say goodbye to bland and tasteless Galia melons and welcome a superior taste experience with Kameleon. With our innovative selection approach, we have developed melons that are 100% ssssweet, just as Galia melons should be.” With this premise, Takii

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Rural problems do not give respite. In this campaign, a new virus problem has emerged, PrWBVYV, which is transmitted by the whitefly, adding to the incidence of Thrips parvispinus in peppers. "With the virus problem, some farmers have been forced to

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Bananas, which are a significant source of potassium, come wrapped in their own biodegradable packaging, making them a convenient and popular fruit in the US. They play a crucial role in the American diet, with their consumption accounting for over 20% of the total fresh fruit intake, a number that has been growing. read more

The peony flower, famous for its colorful blossoms, has been cultivated in different parts of the world for its ornamental beauty. However, commercial cultivation of peonies in India has been largely unexplored until recent trials conducted by the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research... read more

All plagues on aronia! After the strongest invasion of the moths in many parts of Poland for years, the accelerated blooming of the shrubs will coincide with a wave of frosts. It seems that if the pest does not limit the yield sufficiently this season, it will do so for. read more

In 2004, Donald Davis and other scientists from the University of Texas made a disturbing discovery - as reported on Theguardian.com - 43 foods, mainly vegetables, showed a significant decrease in nutrients between the mid and late 20th century. According to the researchers: read more

New year... old life. Please forgive me for starting with this proverb, but it perfectly describes the trend of foreign trade during the first month of 2024, as it closely mirrors the end of 2023, characterized by a negative trade deficit of over 500 thousand. read more

Do you want to stay updated on the status of your order delivery? This is a crucial need for buyers. Floriday is collaborating with carriers to offer this visibility through their software. Carrier Faber Bloementransport is the first carrier to perform scans of delivery forms, allowing growers and buyers to track the progress. read more

After the red Sicilian IGP orange (click here to access the news) and the Pachino IGP tomato (click here to access the news), the McDonald's sandwiches will also feature the Emilia Romagna IGP pear. read more

HilverdaFlorist reflects on a successful week at the California Spring Trials 2024. Throughout the week, they showcased the latest genetics tailored for the North American market. Additionally, they unveiled a range of new branding concepts to the market. At CAST, the company introduced their most recent genetics. read more

"Promising". This is how the immediate future of green asparagus in Granada is being presented. The agricultural organization UPA Granada has confirmed that the rains recorded before and during Easter week, on the one hand, and the temporary closure of markets during the festivities, have benefited. read more

A brief period of cold weather following the recent storms and winds in South Africa's Western Cape region has raised hopes for a great season. The weather seems to have had a positive impact on the color development of red and pink apple varieties. read more

A brief cold spell following the recent storms and wind in the Cape has raised hopes for a great season, as the weather has significantly improved the color development in red and pink apple varieties. read more