The BreedingValue project is focused on advancing pre-breeding strategies to develop resilient and high-value berries. The research being conducted aims to enable sustainable and competitive production of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries in the future. This webinar is tailored for plant breeders. read more

The grapefruit packing for export was estimated at 14.8 million cartons (equivalent to 17 kilograms each), which is an increase of nearly 14% compared to last year's 13.0 million cartons. This growth was attributed to the recovery from the dry conditions that were experienced in the northern regions in previous years. The estimate, which was prepared in mid-March, also... read more

Murat Koygun, founder and CEO of Turkish fresh produce exporter Kayra Tarımsal Ltd., states that it seems to be a positive season for Turkish pear production. "The Turkish Santa Maria pear season has begun well. Despite lower export demand for our pears, the... read more

UK: Aldi to open 11 stores before Christmas
Aldi is planning to open 11 new stores across the UK between now and Christmas as it continues its expansion across the country. The discount retailer will open new stores in Sedgley in the West Midlands and Castle Douglas in Scotland this week, followed by... read more

Nurtured from the earth but bad for the earth? The juxtaposition of the florist industry is one that Bush Native aims to address. In September, the river end of Pakington Street received a new resident to its strip of shops. Adding to the allure of the conscious quality shopping of the strand is Bush Native. read more

The green sector is going through a tragically dark moment. The Valencian Association of Farmers (AVA-ASAJA) and the Professional Association of Flowers, Plants, and Horticultural Technology are

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The Association of Producers and Exporters of the Strawberry of Huelva, Freshuelva, is promoting and funding a clinical trial at the University of Huelva on the benefits of consuming strawberries for women's menstrual health

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At AGF-Overtoom in Amsterdam, the supply of Turkish fruits and vegetables is arriving steadily. "We are currently receiving plenty of pomegranates and Sultana grapes, along with Turkish vegetables like eggplants, zucchini, and peppers," says Mustafa Ozdemir, the manager. read more

The Spanish orange and rice, two emblematic crops of the Valencian Community, have been affected by the storm, although in the case of the fruit, worse consequences in the field are feared.

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Increasing sustainability levels in production methods is one of the next goals of the Barbera Group, based at the foot of Mount Etna, specializing in the production and marketing of Sicilian fruits. "By 2028, we aim to expand the base... read more

The introduction and gradual increase of references in the persimmon category indicate the arrival of the autumn season, even though mild temperatures have been recorded in Italy in October. Although persimmons represent a small share of sales in the fruit and vegetable department, they are gaining popularity. read more

A team of plant pathologists at Texas A&M AgriLife Research has developed a new, surprisingly simple method for studying the intricate interactions between plants and viruses. They anticipate that this breakthrough will accelerate the process of enhancing plant resilience and provide insights into the. read more

The garlic planting has recently been completed in Nea Vissa, Evros, which is the most significant garlic-growing region in Greece, producing approximately 70% of the national crop. According to Mr. Yannis Margaritidis, president of the local agricultural cooperative ASPEE Garlic Vissa, it is too early. read more

The domestic strawberry season is slowly coming to an end. Due to the ongoing high energy costs, we intentionally planted our greenhouse strawberries about 10 days earlier this year. As a result, we will conclude the season in calendar week 45, similar to last year. Typically, we were always able to supply. read more

W tym okresie roku rynek bardziej niż zwykle zwraca uwagę na Hiszpanię. Po ostatnich gwałtownych warunkach pogodowych tam, pojawia się pytanie: Co stanie się z cenami warzyw? Oczekuje się przynajmniej pewnego wpływu na ceny papryki, choć wiele jeszcze pozostaje niepewne. Na aukcjach VBT ceny papryki nie zostały jeszcze ustalone. read more

A union between tradition and innovation, combining international flavors with Italian cuisine, where ingredients also come together to create unique dishes. These are the DimmidiSì marriages, a celebration of discovering new tastes and surprising combinations, celebrated in the original campaign. read more

The apple season is now in full swing, and Lagache Lomme, a wholesaler based on the Lomme wholesale market in Lille, has decided to highlight French production from eco-responsible orchards. The goal is to raise awareness among its clients about the benefits of this approach. "Our clientele is... read more

James Kariuki, a macadamia farmer in central Kenya since 1997, has been dealing with the ups and downs of the industry, which is characterized by the promise of high yields contrasted with difficulties in accessing the market. Kariuki's story mirrors the typical experience of small-scale macadamia farmers in Kenya, who read more

The European promotion program 'Greenhouse. Sustainable Fruits and Vegetables from Europe' has started the second edition of its Educational Tour in Almería this Tuesday. The initiative will visit several cities in Spain to raise awareness. read more

Agrochemical firm Crystal Crop Protection announced on Monday that it has acquired I&B Seeds, a Bengaluru-based company, in order to enhance its presence in India's vegetable and flower-seed market segment. "The deal has been successfully completed with the purchase of shares from two main shareholders. The share transfer was..." read more