Starway to Heaven™ Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonicus 'RNI-Rixred' PP35353) was selected by professional judges as the Best in Show winner at the 2024 Farwest Show's New Varieties Showcase. The plant, discovered by Chris and Josh Robinson at Robinson Nursery, stands out for its unique qualities. read more

The laborious task of applying budbreak chemicals to every node expected to start flowering at the end of this month has been completed. Each kiwi plant has been pruned to approximately 32 canes of 2.5 meters in length, with nodes spaced every 75mm to 100mm. Now, farmer Danie Meyer of Nooyenskopje says that the task is done. read more

Amid a challenging summer marked by heatwaves and unpredictable rainfall, Moldova's agricultural sector, a key source of income, is undergoing a significant transformation. The European Union is experiencing a rise in fruit imports from Moldova as the country diversifies its export markets. read more

A month ago, Hillfresh launched the FreshControl quality app, designed for fresh produce companies and fruit and vegetable growers to efficiently and accurately inspect batches. Sven Ronken, a business consultant at Hillfresh, has lauded the app's implementation, stating, "My experience with the system is positive." read more

The Celina QTee® pear, which has been cultivated in Belgium since 2015, was harvested in Canada for the first time this year. This red-blushed variety is a hybrid of a Williams pear and a Broket July. Since its creation, the variety has seen worldwide expansion and is now grown not only in Belgium, but also in other countries. read more

Although it is estimated that around 10% of the food available to consumers in the European Union may go to waste, there are more than 37 million people in the EU who cannot afford a quality meal every two days. In light of this scenario, reducing... read more

As an organic pioneer from the very beginning, he has been actively involved in cultivating and importing organically produced pumpkins since the start. He has also committed himself to niche products like organic wild garlic, garlic, and various delicatessen items. On April 1, 2014, read more

A study conducted by the technical services of the Valencian Farmers Association (AVA-ASAJA) confirms that the production costs of citrus fruits have increased by 18% since 2020, so that in

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"Australia's distinctive ecosystem enables a successful agriculture industry to flourish. Essential for both international and domestic trade of fresh produce is the effective management of biosecurity risks to prevent the spread of pests, weeds, or diseases. Australia has established a solid reputation in handling biosecurity risks, which we can." read more

The CIOPORA Academy Webinar Series has announced the second set of lectures for September this year. The new series is tailored for plant breeders, intellectual property attorneys, and professionals in the plant breeding industry. It will specifically cover plant breeders' rights (PBR) in Brazil and Vietnam. read more

The Belarusian government has introduced a new regulation that mandates one-time licenses for the export of fresh or chilled tomatoes. As of November 1, 2024, exporters will be required to obtain these licenses from the Ministry of Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade. The application process also includes obtaining approval from local authorities. read more

Artykuł prezentuje dziesięć unikalnych budynków inspirowanych owocami z różnych zakątków świata. Obejmują one konstrukcje takie jak Japoński Dom Truskawkowy i Przystanek Autobusowy Arbuzowy, Południowoafrykańska Restauracja Ananasowa oraz wieża ciśnień Peachoid w Południowej Karolinie. Te kreatywnie zaprojektowane budynki... read more

The mango harvest season has started in Alanya, a city in the Antalya province in southern Turkey. Alanya, known for its favorable climate, has experienced an increase in mango production. Local consumers show a preference for domestic mangoes over imported ones because of their exceptional taste and aroma. Currently, mango cultivation encompasses about read more

Citrus greening, also known as Huanglongbing, poses a significant challenge to citrus farming as it causes infected trees to die within a few years without a known cure. This disease is transmitted by the Asian citrus psyllid and leads to the production of fruits that are unsuitable for sale, except for. read more

The volume of sales for the 2023-2024 United States mushroom crop reached 659 million pounds, which was a decrease of 9 percent compared to the previous season. The total value of sales for the crop was $1.09 billion, reflecting a 4 percent decrease from the previous season. The average reported price per pound was $1.65, representing a 9 percent increase. read more

W tym roku Kazachstan wyłonił się jako jeden z najszybciej rozwijających się rynków dla egipskich produktów owocowo-warzywnych, według EastFruit. Egipt przejął przewodnictwo w trudnej kategorii eksportu świeżych truskawek na rynek kazachski. "Egipt stał się trzecim największym dostawcą read more

In the last few weeks, the cultivation container at Inagro in Beitem, Belgium, has been filled with Sonsation and Sonata plants that were already grown before the winter cultivation season began. If they had been planted in mid-October, it would not have been possible to grow them outside during the same year. read more

DP World, a key player in logistics and supply chain solutions, is celebrating five years of operations at the Port of Posorja in Ecuador this month. This milestone highlights the company's significant contributions to the Ecuadorian port industry and strengthens the region's position as a crucial gateway to the global market. read more

The European Union member states' imports of Moroccan tomatoes from September 2023 to May 2024 decreased by 6.8% compared to the same period the previous year. According to the monitoring bulletin from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food (MAPA), the EU imported 1,370,552 tons of tomatoes from its member states. read more

"You can tell there's a shortage of tomatoes in Israel when you order a falafel, shawarma, or kebab and notice that it's green instead of red. This indicates that it's now filled with cucumbers instead of tomatoes," said Gabriel Raccah, CEO of Nativ Business Consulting, a company that imports fruits and vegetables. read more