Step into the world of Wardians, an oasis of green and elegance in glass. But what hides behind this name, Wardians? To unravel the origin, we dive into the intriguing history of Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward, an English physician and amateur botanist in the 19th century. Who stumbled upon the idea of
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In the TOV segment, supplies from Spain dominated
2024-03-07 00:00
A wide-ranging assortment remained available, with Spain, Morocco, Belgium, and the Netherlands playing the most significant roles. This was complemented by Turkish and Italian products. According to BLE, beefsteak tomatoes were primarily sourced from Spain and, to a lesser extent, Belgium. The
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Cucumbers from the Orlovskaya region of Russia were sent to Poland for the first time
2024-03-07 00:00
For the first time, cucumbers grown in one of the greenhouse complexes in the Orlovskaya region have been shipped to the Republic of Poland. A batch weighing 80 tons underwent all necessary inspections at the Orlovskaya phytosanitary testing laboratory. Experts from the Plant Quarantine and Seed
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Sharp increase in costs for Spanish mushrooms while consumption continues to increase
2024-03-07 00:00
Mushrooms continue to gain shelf space in Spanish supermarkets despite a price increase caused by the scarcity of an essential raw material for their cultivation: straw. This has posed a significant challenge this season. European regulations are increasingly preventing the use of effective
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Australian importer launches branded dragonfruit cartons
2024-03-07 00:00
Carter & Spencer recently launched a very eye-catching new carton design for their dragon fruit complete with the company's branding. "The new cartons reached the Australian market in time for Chinese New Year," explains Mark Bohringer, Director of International Business at Carter & Spencer. "We
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Spanish startup xNova International has announced the launch of its new technology created to help exporting companies find European importers efficiently and with low risk. With only two years of activity, xNova has managed to develop a solution that uses artificial intelligence and data
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New CEO for Groupe Bonduelle Fresh Americas
2024-03-07 00:00
Groupe Bonduelle Fresh Americas announced today that Bobby Chacko has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He will also become a member of Groupe Bonduelle's global leadership team. Mr. Chacko will report to Xavier Unkovic, Groupe CEO of France-based Bonduelle. Chacko
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The USA Bouquet Company hires Shaunn Alderman
2024-03-07 00:00
The USA Bouquet Company, a manufacturer and distributor of U.S.-made fresh-cut floral bouquets and arrangements, hires Shaunn Alderman as an account executive. "Shaunn brings a valuable perspective to the sales position because of her years of writing about marketing and merchandising in
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Vestaron receives EPA approval for second active ingredient
2024-03-07 00:00
Vestaron Corporation has scored the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approval of its second novel-acting peptide-based insecticide, BASIN®. Approved for plants grown indoors or in greenhouses – with approval for outdoor use anticipated by the end of the year –BASIN targets a range of
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Walnuts, final steps for 2023 harvest sales
2024-03-07 00:00
The 2023 harvest sales for Op Il Noceto have just ended, and it is time to take stock. Director Michele Sciannimanica reviews the past year and talks about new products and projects.
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Flower market dynamics ahead of International Women's Day in Ukraine
2024-03-07 00:00
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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“Coriander is a popular product and demand continues to be strong"
2024-03-07 00:00
Butler Market Gardens grows a wide range of herbs and vegetables in Heatherton, Melbourne and Queensland. The products are harvested packed and sent to their customers on the same day. "Coriander is a popular product and demand continues to be strong. We have not seen any slowdown in demand
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The USA Bouquet Company hires Shaunn Alderman
2024-03-07 00:00
The USA Bouquet Company, a manufacturer and distributor of U.S.-made fresh-cut floral bouquets and arrangements, hires Shaunn Alderman as an account executive. "Shaunn brings a valuable perspective to the sales position because of her years of writing about marketing and merchandising in
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"We want to go the extra mile to help our customers"
2024-03-07 00:00
M Plants has more than 500 indoor and outdoor plants available year-round. The assortment includes tropical plants from Central America (Guatemala, Honduras, and Costa Rica) and Asia (China and Thailand). In addition, florists can also turn to RM Plants for Mediterranean plants from Italy,
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Studies still being done on Suez Canal duplication project
2024-03-07 00:00
Adm. Ossama Rabiee, leading the Suez Canal Authority (SCA), disclosed that the comprehensive duplication of the Suez Canal's navigational path is currently under extensive review. This phase encompasses several critical analyses, including feasibility, environmental impact, engineering, civil
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Dole bananas increasingly sporty between Milan and Lake Trasimeno
2024-03-07 00:00
Sunday, 10 March presents itself as an unmissable opportunity for sports enthusiasts with the holding of two significant events. In the heart of Sempione Park in Milan, the 34th edition of the Sempione Trophy, a race organised annually by Road Runners
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The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) gave approval for a Category A1 application for an International Horticultural Exhibition in the Nakhon Ratchasima province, in the Northeastern region of Thailand, known as "Korat," from 10 November 2029 to 28 February 2030. The
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Moroccan fruit and veg exports to Canada up for 4th year in a row
2024-03-07 00:00
Morocco boosts its fruit and vegetable exports to Canada for the fourth consecutive year, EastFruit reveals. 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! Moroccan exporters shipped almost 94 thousand tons
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Free recycling program for applesauce pouches launches
2024-03-07 00:00
Peterson Farms has partnered with TerraCycle to enable school communities to recycle Peterson Farms Treats® applesauce pouches. Most flexible plastic food pouches are considered hard to recycle because they are made of multiple layers of different materials. The Peterson Farms Treats Applesauce
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Historic record in sales on flower market in Romania
2024-03-07 00:00
Romanians celebrate the beginning of spring in March! This symbol is called the Mărţişor because, during the whole month, women are offered a Mărţişor, representing a small jewel or a small decoration tied to a red and white string. Mărțișor is an old tradition celebrated all over
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