What do wildflowers and Texas have in common? We can't get enough of either. If you feel the same way about the Lone Star State and gorgeous blooms, you'll want to plan a trip to Arnosky Family Farms. This Hill Country wonder in Blanco, Texas, came to be in 1990 and now includes 20 acres of
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Europatat is glad to announce the opening of registrations for its annual Congress that will take place in Brussels on 23 & 24 May 2024. The event will count with the presence of Rik Vera who will give an inspirational keynote speech during Friday's public session. Register today and don't miss
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For potato growers, there seems to be no peace. After elateridae, a weed of the genus Cyperus, in this case Cyperus esculentus (click here to read more), is now threatening crops. This weed is considered so dangerous that it has been included in the
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The strawberry season is about to get into full swing and the outlook is positive. Only the erratic weather pattern has so far not allowed a significant sales momentum. But, in the coming days, the sun will warm the Peninsula and strawberry trading will also be more
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Professionals involved in pest management in Mississippi can attend a Mississippi State University workshop on March 26 to renew a variety of licenses and certifications. The 2024 General Pest Management Workshop will be held from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the MSU Central Mississippi Research and
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Microbes in the soil are constantly on the move, hunting, feeding, and releasing nutrients to plants. PhD student Alejandro Berlinches de Gea studies these tiny organisms under the microscope. At the Dies Natalis on March 8, he will explain what makes soil microbiomes so fascinating and how
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'The Dutch Agricultural Sector in an International Context' report shows that in 2023, the Netherlands exported €123.8 billion worth of agricultural goods, a 1.6% increase from 2022. This modest growth is attributed to price increases, as the export volume declined in 2023. The import of
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The 11-acre flower farm, located in Suisun Valley, offers U-pick experiences, photography opportunities, special events, and more -- all in the spirit of beautiful, locally grown flowers! Molly Riehl is stopping by to see what's in bloom. Source: cbsnews.com read more

Classic crop management for farmers has been mainly aimed at three areas: irrigation, nutrition, and crop protection. These are important, but according to Jose Nolasco, the Head of Research and Development for Bionutrition at Rovensa Next, they are not the main challenge of the greenhouse farmer… read more

Grodan and Rockwool recently approved plans to electrify two production lines in Roermond, in the pursuit of the company's science-based CO2 emission reduction targets by 2034 and its net-zero emission target by 2050. Rockwool will convert two of its Roermond production lines to use electric
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Earlier this week, the European Parliament and the EU Council reached an agreement on the revision of complex regulations aimed at preventing the entry of new plant pests into Europe and mitigating the spread of existing ones. This development comes in response to the challenges posed by
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Morocco boosts its fruit and vegetable exports to Canada for the fourth consecutive year, EastFruitreveals. The Moroccan export of this produce to the Canadian market grew by 14% in tons and by 33% in US dollars every year from 2018 to 2023! read more

Grodan and Rockwool recently approved plans to electrify two production lines in Roermond, in the pursuit of the company's science-based CO2 emission reduction targets by 2034 and its net-zero emission target by 2050. Rockwool will convert two of its Roermond production lines to use electric
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Mastronardi Produce is pleased to announce that its berry division has joined the SEKOYA® blueberry platform in a strategic move to elevate its blueberry offering. A retailer favorite, SEKOYA varieties are renowned for their exceptional firmness, sweet flavor, jumbo size, and extended shelf
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The harvest of peppers in the Chtouka region, near Agadir, has just come to the end of its peak, says Obeida Mansour, CEO of Universal Peppers. The grower says, "We reached peak harvest in January-February, a month earlier than usual, due to the higher temperatures this year. Climate change has
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The strawberry campaign has recovered from the slump caused by the rains and high humidity levels of February. "We all had to throw away a large amount of fruit due to rot, which affected not only the ripe fruit but also the green one that was to follow," says Simone Pierini from Agronom
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Everything is ready for the start of the 2024 production campaign of the Asparago Verde di Altedo Igp, an excellence recognised at European level for its unique quality and taste characteristics. The Consorzio di Tutela dell'Asparago Verde di Altedo Igp, together with the launch
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The demand for flowers in Ukraine is rapidly increasing in anticipation of the Women's holiday. The closure of borders and complications in flower imports from other countries have led to significant changes in prices within the Ukrainian flower market. Experts claim that transportation delays
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The 2024 production campaign for the Green Asparagus of Altedo Igp has kicked off, slightly earlier than in previous years: an abundant production of the highest quality is expected. Germany one of the main export destinations read more

Ambassadors of Emilia-Romagna food and cuisine in Italy and around the world. The country's agrifood heartland - with its traits of quality, economy for businesses, safe and sustainable food, cultural identity, consortia and supply chains as protagonists - is at the centre of the promotion campaign
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