During the 11th International conference on "Successful Horticulture, Vegetable Growing, and Processing," key strategies were highlighted to enhance potato farming in Ukraine. The conference, organized by "Technologies and Innovations," emphasized the importance of implementing a comprehensive strategy. read more

Australia's avocado trade association, Avocados Australia, and the China Chamber of Commerce of Import & Export of Foodstuffs, Native Produce & Animal By-Products have signed a memorandum of understanding at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. This agreement represents a significant step towards ... read more

Egyptian table grape production is expected to rise to 1.59 million metric tons (MMT) in marketing year (MY) 2024/25 (October 2024 through September 2025). Egyptian exports of table grapes are projected to increase by 5.7 percent (185,000 MT) thanks to new varieties that have enhanced production. read more

The 2023/24 season was exceptional, as for the first time in 15 years, there was a decrease in blueberry exports due to severe weather events that reduced production in leading countries. Experts estimate a 10% decrease in global blueberry exports, and furthermore, in their opinion, the recovery... read more

"Conwentional carrot yields from California are beginning to improve. 'We're hoping to see that continue through to the end of the year so we'll have a more consistent flow of product,' says Rob Giragosian with Kern Ridge Growers, LLC, adding that production is coming from Kern County and will..." read more

Despite its rapid growth and economic success, the sustainability of the floriculture industry, as currently practiced, is a subject of debate due to the significant environmental impacts it causes. Achieving sustainability in this industry requires collaborative efforts from all stakeholders, a reality that is often emphasized. read more

"We have launched the new Agriculture Innovation Fund 2024 with a total endowment of 100 million euros aimed at supporting technological innovation in the agriculture, fishing, and aquaculture sectors." This was announced by the Minister of Agriculture and Sovereignty. read more

The Horticultural company GREENYARD FRESH SPAIN, S.A.U. donates 100,000 euros to SPANISH RED CROSS to help alleviate

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On the afternoon of July 29th, the Lam Dong Provincial People's Committee held the 2024 Da Lat Flower Festival Press Conference. This cultural event, a provincial-level initiative with national and international aspirations, will span the entirety of 2024, culminating in a peak event. read more

This year, Peru has been added to the list of countries where Brazilian agricultural products have gained market access, with a total of eight new authorizations. These approvals have made it easier to export various products such as yerba mate, cassava meal, coconut fiber, and dried cloves. read more

W sezonie 2023/24 (październik-wrzesień), Polska importowała rekordową ilość mandarynek z Egiptu, zgodnie z informacjami EastFruit. W pierwszych 11 miesiącach sezonu, Egipt bezpośrednio dostarczył do Polski 6,8 tysiąca ton mandarynek, ponad dwukrotnie więcej niż w poprzednim sezonie, gdy było to 3 tysiące ton. read more

Dla zwiększenia obecności ziemniaków z USA na rynku światowym, Potatoes USA nawiązało współpracę z siecią sklepów Tamimi, wiodącym detalistą w Arabii Saudyjskiej. Partnerstwo to miało na celu wykorzystanie rosnącego rynku ziemniaków z USA w tym kraju. Strategiczna kampania powrotna do szkoły została... read more

In Fiji, the fruit industry, identified as one of the nation's least developed sectors, encounters challenges related to its organization and expansion. During the Fruits Festival in Nadi, Mr. Savenaca Cuquma, Principal Research Officer, Horticulture, at the Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways,... read more

The Main Hall of the Álvaro Alonso Barba Building at the E.T.S.I. La Rábida (Palos de la Frontera / Huelva) hosted on Wednesday the celebration of the 7th Technical Conference on Blueberry Cultivation in the Province of Huelva, organized by the... read more

"The food security of Senegal is at stake," warned Boubacar Sall, a prominent figure in the country's onion industry, highlighting the severe impact of recent flooding in the Podor region, which contributes 46% to the national onion production. The flooding, caused by climate change-induced heavy rainfall, has jeopardized the livelihoods of many farmers and threatens the overall food security of the country. read more

The top fruit market is currently experiencing steady growth, as stated by Frans Buijsrogge from the refrigeration company based in Goes. "There is some tension between supply and demand. On the marketing side, people are particularly unhappy with prices, feeling that there is little profit." read more

The sweet potato campaign is going well in Egypt, with significant volumes already exported this season. According to Kareem Al-Shorbagy, the managing director of Al Kareem, the demand may even result in an extension of the season this year. The exporter stated, "Egypt has seen a significant... read more

Marc Bybee from Eagle Eye Produce in Nyssa, OR, shared information about the current market conditions as of November 5th. Bybee mentioned that demand is steady, and there are attempts to improve pricing, resulting in some increases for specific items. However, prices have not yet reached the anticipated levels. read more

Emily Hill, who is associated with the CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center, is using the Veggie Meter to enhance dietary assessment techniques. This device utilizes reflection spectroscopy to measure carotenoid levels in the skin, which serve as indicators of fruit and vegetable intake. read more