BiteRiot grows between 1200-1500 tonnes of cherries per year in central western New South Wales, Australia, from Mudgee, Nashdale, and Orange, spanning approximately 150 hectares. "We export fresh cherries to various Asian markets and the Middle East. Our main markets include Vietnam, South Korea, read more

Anyone processing data electronically must take action: cybersecurity. The upcoming European legislation NIS2 strengthens network and information security in critical sectors. The goal is to enhance the resilience of Europe's digital infrastructure and improve cybersecurity. The Network and... read more

In July 2024, Peru exported 4,688 tons of ginger for $9.7 million, which was a decrease of 20.3% in volume but an increase of 9.4% in value compared to the 5,885 tons of ginger it exported for $8.9 million in the same month last year. This increase in value is primarily due to a 37.3% rise in the price of ginger compared to the previous year. read more

Według komunikatu prasowego firmy "PAEK" LLC, jedno z ich gospodarstw w Ukrainie straciło jedną czwartą swojego późno sezonowego zbioru kapusty z powodu ekstremalnego upału. Siewki zostały posadzone na początku lipca, gdy temperatura przekroczyła 40°C (104°F). Pomimo starań o złagodzenie szkód poprzez nawadnianie, upał doprowadził do... read more

Certifications have become a fundamental requirement for fruit and vegetable exporters who aim to access the international market. Arno van der Maden, founder of the Costa Rican company N&S del Trópico, has been a leading figure in this industry, offering guidance to producers and exporters in Latin America. read more

Schisandra berries, also known as Chinese magnolia vine, are slowly gaining recognition among health enthusiasts and phytopharmacology experts for their unique healing properties. The growing trend towards a healthy lifestyle is promoting Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis), referred to as Wu Wei Zi in Asia. read more

According to analysts from EastFruit, the Ukrainian plum market is currently dealing with an oversupply issue, leading to a substantial drop in prices. Local wholesale businesses are experiencing weak demand for plums, while the supply of plums keeps increasing due to seasonal factors. read more

Reinhard Schedlbauer, the founder and general manager of AgroAndino Peru, has spearheaded a transformation process that has positioned his company as a leading producer and exporter of organic cape gooseberry. Established in the Cajamarca region, the company has transitioned from initially focusing on dehydrated products. read more

The Cornell-developed "PhytoPatholoBot" detects spectral signatures of three types of destructive grape diseases – powdery mildew, downy mildew, and grapevine leafroll virus – enabling early management of pathogens without the need for farmworkers to identify them. Ultimately, data collected by such a system can lead to improved disease control and grape production. read more

A pro cycling event started the race in an unusual way by beginning from inside a Spanish supermarket. Stage eight of the Vuelta a Espana kicked off in Jerez de la Frontera, with riders gearing up for a challenging 185.5km journey to Yunquera. However, what really grabbed the attention of viewers were the pre-race antics, as riders lined up next to a supermarket. read more

The EU calculated the price of apples in July based on the simple average of the four major EU member states. It was €93 per 100 kgs, which was €3 lower compared to the previous month. The monthly apple prices per 100 kgs were €66.5 for Poland, €139 for France, €78.7 for Germany, and for Italy, the price was not provided. read more

7-Eleven, Inc. and Plenty Unlimited Inc. have partnered to introduce fresh produce at 7-Eleven® stores across California. Marissa Jarratt, Chief Marketing Officer, expressed excitement about adding Plenty's innovative and sustainable approach to fresh produce to their salad offerings for customers. read more

"'Heat, holidays, and bananas never go together,' says Robert Greeve of Anaco & Greeve in Poeldijk. So, for that reason, the banana market showed a dip in the past three weeks. 'But we are not complaining. Banana prices are on average higher than last year, and last week the market rebounded." read more

W samym sercu autonomicznego regionu Ujgurów Xinjiang w Chinach zakorzenia się rewolucja w uprawie pomidorów, prezentująca przyszłość inteligentnego rolnictwa. Xinjiang, znany jako "Złota Kraina" ze względu na idealne warunki do uprawy pomidorów, posiada ponad 80% obszaru uprawy pomidorów w Chinach, a w nim hrabstwo Manasi. read more

Belgian grapes have faced challenges in recent years, with high energy costs and difficulties in finding successors for growers raising concerns about the future of the Belgian product. However, despite these obstacles, Belgian grapes continue to be as popular as ever. This is once again evident this year at the. read more

There was a good turnout at the Novae Fabula home fair held at the Green Event Centre in Bleiswijk, Netherlands. About 20 enthusiastic potted plant growers were present to display their products and introduce some new additions to their range. To see all the participants of Novae Fabula, check out our photo report. read more

"Here, in Flevoland [the Netherlands], this season's potato crop is certainly not lost, even after all the rain," says Anton Riezebos of Polder Potato in mid-July. "The potatoes are generally in reasonable shape. The first trial harvests seem good, though the volumes are nothing special." He sees... read more

W Hiszpanii odnotowano znaczący wzrost kosztów importu owoców z Maroka w pierwszej połowie 2024 roku, pomimo otrzymania mniejszej ilości produkcji. Według hiszpańskiego portalu informacyjnego OkDiario, Hiszpania wydała o 30% więcej na marokańskie owoce, co łącznie dało 434,1 mln euro za 125,5 mln kilogramów.

In Spain, there has been a significant increase in the cost of Moroccan fruit imports in the first half of 2024, despite receiving a lower volume of produce. According to the Spanish media outlet OkDiario, Spain spent 30% more on Moroccan fruit, totaling €434.1 million for 125.5 million kilograms. read more

Morocco has reached a major achievement in its blueberry exports, breaking a new record during the 2023/24 season (from July to June). According to EastFruit, the country not only increased its reach in all major export markets for fresh blueberries but also showed impressive growth. read more

Marocco osiągnęło znaczący kamień milowy w eksporcie borówek, ustanawiając nowy rekord w sezonie 2023/24 (od lipca do czerwca). Według EastFruit, kraj nie tylko zwiększył swoją obecność na wszystkich głównych rynkach eksportowych świeżych borówek, ale także wykazał znaczący wzrost.

In the 2023/24 season (from July to June), Morocco achieved a significant milestone in its blueberry exports, setting a new record. According to EastFruit, the country not only expanded its presence in all major export markets for fresh blueberries but also demonstrated remarkable growth. read more