The difficulties encountered by Egyptian citrus exporters in Asia, due to the Red Sea crisis, are driving them to explore other markets, says Amr Kadah, Export Manager of Fruit.Farm. "The Asian market is a major destination for Egyptian citrus, alongside the Gulf countries, Europe and Russia,"
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When first Freda Linde took some of their Skinners Court cactus pears to a municipal market in Gauteng, the agent was reluctant: he'd see what he could do with this fruit that most South Africans don't know. Right: celebrating the first day of packing for Freshmark Checkers This season, two
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Several Dutch entities are evaluating Egypt as a viable market for climate and water smart agriculture advancements. This interest is driven by Egypt's significant progress in this sector. A Study Tour, facilitated by the Netherlands-African Business Council (NABC) in partnership with Delphy and… read more

P.L. Light Systems has expanded its North American sales team to support their growing customer base. Gustavo Barahona is the newly appointed Regional Sales Manager for Western Canada/USA and Latin America. Gustavo brings a wealth of experience in Crop Science, Precision Ag and Ag IoT—backed
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A delegation of Australia's major fruit and vegetable producers is travelling to Japan from 6-8 March 2024 to discuss emerging market opportunities and further enhance collaboration between the fresh produce industries of both Australia and Japan. The delegation's visit builds on a successful
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If the name Skagit Valley sounds familiar that's because it probably is. The verdant valley in Washington produces everything from cheese and beer to garlic and berries. Seafood is plucked from the sea and served up fresh and all-you-can-pick blueberry farms dot the landscape. The edible bounty
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Join us for a Women in Horticulture interview with Leigh Geschwill, one of the owners of F&B Farms and Nursery (a family-owned and operated business in Oregon, United States). Hear her journey of nurturing a family business where she balances the roles of business owner and industry leader. Hear
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Ken Turrentine is the next president of McHutchison and Vaughan's Horticulture. He previously served as a key account sales manager and western regional sales manager for Vaughan's Horticulture from 2019 to 2022. Ken Turrentine is the next president of McHutchison and Vaughan's Horticulture "I'm
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The 23rd World Orchid Conference (WOC) and the 20th Taiwan International Orchid Show (TIOS) began on February 23, marking the simultaneous celebration of these two global orchid events under the slogan "Orchid Together". This embodies not only the unity of people coming together for orchids but
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Pheno Geno Roses gifted the City of Belgrade with 2,400 rose plants planted in Manjež Park, in front of the Palace of Justice, and in Topčider Park. Planting was carried out in cooperation with JKP "Zelenilo-Beograd" and with the presence of the ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
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Commercial horticultural supplier Hort Americas announced today an exclusive partnership with utility rebate specialist Lee Levitt, Energy Advisors 360. Levitt brings over two decades of experience in utilities, incentives, and financial solutions to the partnership. As co-founder of Encentiv
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Mexican onion production has started which is bringing a bit of relief to the market. "The supply on all onions is tight right now, especially white and red onions," says Christine Lindner, Alsum Farms & Produce Marketing Manager. "Supply should also be better once Texas starts, which should be
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Fruithandel Wouters harvested its first full crop of the PiqaBoo® in December. This red pear, described by owner Kris Wouters as a 'new fruit variety', is one of this Belgian family business's showpieces. "We deliberately chose to sell most of the production on the European market, and it went
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Kent glasshouse grower Thanet Earth is moving into leafy salad production. read more

Episode Two of The Power of Branding tells the story of how Cripps Pink became Pink Lady®, the UK’s number one fresh produce brand. read more