The industrial tomato harvesting season is coming to an end, and as every year, this is the time to sum up a season once again characterized by extreme weather conditions that have put farmers to the test. read more

The pepper campaign in the Region of Murcia, which took place between March and August, has been very successful, achieving excellent results in terms of quality, production figures, and sales. This is confirmed by Eva Pérez, president of the sectorial organization. read more

The IV Iberian Stone Fruit Forum Xtrema Fruit (www.xtremafruit.es) already has a technical program with top international speakers lined up. Agromarketing (www.agromarketing.es), the event organizer, has put together the lineup.

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Dive into the world of hydroponic vegetable production by learning to oversee various hydroponic systems, as well as mastering the basics of climate control, water management, nutrient delivery, and maintaining plant health in these systems. This course is part of the acclaimed Greenhouse Online Training program provided by the University of Florida IFAS Extension. read more

It was a summer campaign characterized by a sharp drop in production for Futuragri, a prominent company from Puglia in the production and marketing of fruit and vegetable products. This was reported by the sales manager, Giuseppe De Filippo, with whom we discussed an assessment of the situation. read more

Meeting the needs of the entire value chain, especially by offering attractive varieties for supermarkets, that is the goal of Sakata at Fruit Attraction 2024.

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Organic matter has a positive impact on water management and regulates the circulation of mineral nutrients in the soil. Humus influences the formation of an appropriate crumb structure in the soil, reduces the effects of agricultural drought by increasing water retention. It is estimated that 1% read more

Although the causes of constipation can vary, one of the main reasons is a low-fiber and low-liquid diet. In this article, we will analyze how diet, especially the consumption of pears, can help in combating constipation due to their

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Ecuador's economy heavily relies on banana exports, which are the country's second largest source of foreign exchange earnings after shrimp and not involving oil. The banana sector brings in over $3 billion annually and provides around 250,000 direct jobs, accounting for approximately 47% of the country's agricultural workforce. read more

As of January 16, 2025, Greenfood will become the main supplier for Dagab, delivering increased quantities of freshly-cut products. This will include processed fruits and vegetables like baby leaf salads in different combinations. Greenfood is a key player in sustainable and healthy food in Northern Europe. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in South Korea has imported 16 tons of cabbage from China in order to tackle the high prices in the country. This initiative is aimed at stabilizing the cabbage market, considering the agricultural conditions in both China and South Korea. read more

Despite the stability in the combined turnover value of the pome and stone fruit industries at R19.7 billion year-on-year, and improved business confidence, several producers are still recovering from losses over the past two seasons. The weakening of the rand bolstered net export realization, yet was... read more

As of January 1, 2025, Carmen Mayer-Lange will assume the role of Chair of Mayer Holding. This will mean that the management of the Mayer Group will once again be under the control of the Mayer family. After eight years of collaboration, Mr. Manuel Linke (Chairman of the Management Board) has decided read more

Sezon cytrusowy w Hiszpanii już się rozpoczął od najwcześniejszych odmian mandarynek, takich jak satsumy. W przyszłym tygodniu zbiorów przybędzie dla firm takich jak Iberia Fruit Fresh z początkiem sezonu klementyn, który rozpocznie się od odmiany Clemenrubí. "W ogólności, te wczesne odmiany, takie jak" read more

Supriya Sahu, an official from the Tamil Nadu government, stated that this rare event is attracting tourists and nature enthusiasts from all over the world to witness the blooming of the beautiful Neelakurinji flowers in the Nilgiri Hills. This phenomenon occurs once every 12 years and is currently captivating people's attention due to its extraordinary nature. read more

Obszar poświęcony uprawie batatów w Hiszpanii nadal gwałtownie maleje z powodu braku opłacalności; wynika to z wysokich kosztów i dominacji Egiptu na europejskich rynkach w ostatnich latach. Ta utrata konkurencyjności sektora batatów w Hiszpanii doprowadziła do zamknięcia Viveros... read more

Exporting Latin American fruits remains a crucial aspect of international trade, with countries like the United States, Europe, and Asia showing a strong demand for high-quality products. Manuel José Alcaino, the president of Decofrut, emphasizes the significance of upholding quality standards throughout all stages of the process. read more

AgrigateOne (AG1), a UK-based Ag Tech company, has acquired LogisticDocuments.com, a Netherlands-based SaaS provider specializing in supply chain management for the fresh produce industry. This acquisition broadens AG1's international presence and strengthens its capacity to offer comprehensive solutions for the agricultural sector. read more

The Hot Climate Partnership is going to introduce Stellar™, the world's first early season apple variety bred specifically for hot and warming climates, next week at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. Stellar apple trees are a game-changer in the early variety category. The bright red fruit is of a similar size to. read more

A few weeks before the event, the complete list of speakers for the Fruitnet Citrus Congress was published (click here for more details). Join the leading players in the global fresh citrus industry to share ideas on how to increase consumption. read more