The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment in Cyprus is mobilizing local authorities to safeguard the island's citrus industry from the Asian citrus psyllid, a threat first identified in July 2023. This pest, a carrier of the citrus yellow dragon disease or Huanglongbing, poses a significant risk to citrus crops on the island. read more

The cutting of rhubarb has already begun in the well-known Yorkshire Rhubarb Triangle. Robert Tomlinson from B Tomlinson & Sons started a few days earlier this year due to the mild weather. "The weather has been mild, but it has also been drier, which is making it easier than last year." read more

Jego Królewska Mość Król Willem-Alexander i Jej Królewska Mość Królowa Máxima mają zamiar odbyć wizytę państwową w Kenii na zaproszenie Prezydenta Williama Ruto. Wizyta odbędzie się od wtorku 18 marca do czwartku 20 marca 2025 roku. "Ta pierwsza wizyta państwowa w Kenii jest potwierdzeniem dobrych stosunków i". read more

A comparison of produce prices across European countries for the weeks ending December 29, 2024 (Week 52), and January 5, 2025 (Week 1), shows general stability with minor shifts in specific markets. Belgium (BE) remained stable, with prices unchanged at 96 across both weeks. read more

The end of 2024 was very busy for Biofrais shops in the Haute-Savoie and Ain departments, as they are currently offering a wide range of seasonal organic fruits and vegetables. "During the festive season, there was particularly high demand for all citrus fruits, with a noticeable increase in. read more

"Since late December last year, Chilean cherries have been arriving in large quantities by sea, leading to a rapid decline in selling prices. After New Year's Day, prices continued to drop, and market demand remains insufficient," said Andy Xie from Shanghai Junli International Trade Co., Ltd. read more

Bastia, in Corsica, will host the first meeting of this year of the contact groups from the fruit and vegetable sector of France, Italy, Portugal, and Spain, specifically focusing on the citrus group. The meeting will take place from January 20th to 22nd and is being organized by the sector.

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After a period of calm, which is typical for Egyptian agricultural exports to Europe towards the end of the year, the citrus campaign is now gearing up and is expected to be in full swing in the upcoming weeks. Mohamed Maatouk, the founder of R M Fresh, stated, "The Egyptian orange market has been favorable thus far, but... read more

Researchers from The Ohio State University are requesting voluntary feedback from individuals or businesses involved in growing woody ornamental nursery crops. This brief 5-minute survey is intended to determine research and Extension priorities related to the propagation and liner production of woody ornamental nursery crops. read more

Według Chińskiego Stowarzyszenia Kwiatowego, Chiny są największym producentem świeżo ciętych goździków i lilii na świecie, oraz zajmują drugie miejsce w produkcji świeżych chińskich róż i chryzantem. Dotychczas obszar upraw kwiatów w Chinach osiągnął około 1,5 miliona hektarów. read more

Klaver Flowers begins 2025 as a fully FSI-compliant company. The farm in Wondo Tika, Ethiopia, has not only renewed its MPS-ABC certification but also achieved the EHPEA Code of Practice Silver, benchmarked with Global GAP. These milestones highlight Klaver Flowers' commitment to sustainable… read more

The Italian Competition Authority has published in the bulletin the results of the investigation into the acquisition by Conad Pac2000A of 13 retail stores in the Rome area. read more

The Greek consumption of fruits and vegetables has undergone significant changes over the past 60 years, which is evident in the commercial offerings of wholesale companies that have been catering to the market during this period. One such company is Kavvadias S.A., located in the Athens Central Market. read more

Sprzedaż detaliczna i konsumpcja domowa były żywe podczas okresu świątecznego, a sprzedaż nadal utrzymuje się na wysokim poziomie, gdy w tym tygodniu kraj dotknęła fala zimna. Zgodnie z danymi dotyczącymi plonów, ogłoszonymi przed świętami Bożego Narodzenia, wydaje się, że znaczna część dodatkowej obsianej powierzchni w tym roku została zużyta wcześnie w sezonie. read more

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The Spanish fruit and vegetable exports to the EU reached 8.3 million tons and 11.626 billion euros in the first ten months of 2024, representing 84% of the volume exported in that period, which amounted to 9.8 million tons and 81% of the value.

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The pineapple export sector in Panama is currently experiencing significant challenges this season due to logistical issues, adverse weather conditions, and fluctuations in global prices. Despite attempts to diversify markets and boost production, exporters and producers are still facing obstacles. read more

La Pera Opera, a consortium that brings together about a thousand pear growers and 3,500 hectares of orchards in Emilia-Romagna, is launching a contest with high-tech prizes to boost sales in the Italian retail sector. How does the contest work? read more

Morocco's citrus sector is demonstrating impressive growth, with exports expected to reach 597,000 tons in the 2024-2025 season, marking a 31% increase from the previous year. This development positions the country as the third-largest citrus exporter in Africa, following South Africa and. read more

Nadorcott Protection (NCP) has filed a lawsuit against another major UK retailer. This is the second legal case brought by NCP in UK courts regarding the unauthorized use of Tango/Tang Gold mandarins. Previously, NCP initiated legal proceedings against Sainsbury's in January 2024. read more