The world's first diamond made from carbon elements derived from peonies made its debut on Wednesday in Luoyang, Henan province. The 3-carat diamond was created using carbon from red peonies sourced from the national flower garden in Luoyang. It was donated to the Luoyang National Peony Garden by Luoyang Time Promise Co.
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The Fino lemon campaign is wrapping up in Alicante, with a significant impact that has once again hit producers the hardest. According to price reports from the Valencian Government, the average price per kilogram of Fino lemons at the origin has remained below 20 since the beginning of the year.
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ProHass anticipates a decrease in avocado production in Peru, along with reduced sizes.
2024-04-18 00:00
The current avocado season in Peru is facing significant challenges, with an anticipated decrease of 25% to 30% in production compared to the previous season, as stated by Juan Carlos Paredes, president of the Association of Hass Avocado Producers and Exporters of Peru (Prohass).
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Croptimum by CHV surprises in soilless cultivation.
2024-04-18 00:00
Croptimum by CHV is an innovative activator based on purified plant molecules, which is attracting a lot of interest from producers and beyond. Its uniqueness lies in the active ingredient: a molecule extracted from onion (QQ2) that reacts with Glutathione, one of the most prominent.
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In Bergamo, the largest Chiquita Ripening Center in Europe.
2024-04-18 00:00
The opening of the largest Chiquita Ripening Center in Europe took place recently in Cortenuova, in the province of Bergamo, within the logistics hub of the operator GI.MA.TRANS. The event was attended by Provincial Councilor Massimo Cocchi, along with
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PGI lemons from Sorrento are well-suited for both the fresh and processed produce markets due to their medium-large size, elliptical shape, juiciness, high vitamin C and mineral salt content, good balance between sugars and acids, and medium-thickness peel, which is particularly suitable.
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Sun World International, LLC, a global company specializing in fruit variety development and licensing, has successfully thwarted fraudulent activities on the popular social media platform TikTok in China. The company recently discovered unauthorized individuals trying to misrepresent them.
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Interesujący trend rynkowy również występuje w Afryce Północnej. An interesting market trend is also observed in North Africa.
2024-04-18 00:00
Z rosnącym zapotrzebowaniem na owoce i warzywa o niskiej zawartości pozostałości, mechaniczne odchwaszacze stają się coraz ważniejszą częścią rynku. Alessandro Calderoni z firmy Calderoni Rolando we włoskim Forli, omawia sytuację na rynku, wskazując na nieoczekiwane zmiany. Video:
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Fruit trees are blooming in Lapseki, Turkey.
2024-04-18 00:00
In the Lapseki district of Çanakkale, Turkey, known for its important role in the country's fruit production, the orchards are currently in bloom, resembling the Japanese Sakura blossoms. This signals a promising harvest season ahead. Ali Kaçan, the district's ...
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Here is a sneak peek of Benary's new products.
2024-04-18 00:00
The Dutch Spring Trials of this year will take place at Benary in Venhuizen, the Netherlands, from April 29 to May 3, 2024. This event will showcase the newest breeding innovations, best-selling products, and established series, all displayed alongside rival varieties.
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RVE has launched a new consumer brand called Ervéyé.
2024-04-18 00:00
Plant exporter RVE, based in Rijnsburg (the Netherlands), has introduced its consumer brand Ervéyé. The brand is currently sold in supermarkets in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. RVE handles the entire flower and plant selection for over 2,500 supermarkets.
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New market opportunities for fruits and vegetables from Egypt are emerging in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
2024-04-18 00:00
The Joint FAO/EBRD Project "Diversifying and adding value to export markets" recently finished a study on market opportunities for fruits and vegetables from Egypt and Morocco in Central Asia, specifically focusing on Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. The study identified several promising new market niches.
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High prices and low quality drive customers away.
2024-04-18 00:00
In times like these, where the consumption crisis continues to be felt, it is important to skillfully mix various factors within the fruit and vegetable department to stimulate sales. These factors include: a seasonally appropriate assortment, attention to the presentation of the.
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Dümmen Orange will showcase at the 2024 CAST and unveil the 2024-2025 perennials catalog.
2024-04-18 00:00
Dümmen Orange has successfully concluded its participation in the recently completed 2024 California Spring Trials (CAST). Attendance was very high at this year's event, and there were many highlights from the memorable week. The Simply the Best geranium display attracted significant attention.
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Where did it freeze the most overnight on April 17-18, 2024? Temperatures dropped to -5°C near the ground.
2024-04-18 00:00
The results recorded by weather stations, as well as information from orchardists, indicate that the biggest temperature drops occurred this morning in central Poland. Most regions were forecasted to have a minimum temperature of 0°C today.
read moreThe European Commission is considering the possibility of mandating cold treatment for all imported citrus fruits.
2024-04-18 00:00
Po raz pierwszy Komisja Europejska jest otwarta na konieczność stosowania chłodzenia dla wszystkich importowanych owoców cytrusowych, które stanowią ryzyko szkodników; środek, którego sektor rolniczy w Walencji domagał się od dawna, aby zapobiec wprowadzaniu chorób i zagwarantować wzajemność w handlu.
The European Commission is open to requiring cold treatment for all imported citrus fruits that present a pest risk for the first time, a measure that the Valencian agricultural sector has long requested to prevent the entry of diseases and to guarantee reciprocity in trade. read more
The European Commission is open to requiring cold treatment for all imported citrus fruits that present a pest risk for the first time, a measure that the Valencian agricultural sector has long requested to prevent the entry of diseases and to guarantee reciprocity in trade. read more
"Rozwój biznesu z Bułgarią jest możliwy."
2024-04-18 00:00
A delegation of companies from Bulgaria will participate in the upcoming edition of Macfrut (Rimini, May 8-10, 2024). Marina Evtimova from Expo Business Partner will discuss the advancements in Bulgarian fruit and vegetable production and the specific needs of companies. "In Bulgaria, companies produce..."
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The Dutch company C. Gottmann has been importing mangoes from Puerto Rico for over 25 years. "This year's first container has already arrived. That's somewhat earlier than previous years, but the quality is truly exceptional," says Ron Duinkerke. "A fantastic climate and thorough cultivation."
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Bến Tre Province is the hub of the coconut industry in Vietnam, known for producing high-quality coconuts. Tom Nguyen's company, Viet Nam International Agriculture, operates plantations in this area. "Vietnamese coconuts can be harvested all year round. From February to August is Vietnam's dry season, during which coconuts thrive."
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LettUs Grow expands its technology to the US and Canada.
2024-04-17 16:00
The UK-based expert in advanced aeroponic technology, LettUs Grow, has partnered with the US specialist in greenhouse equipment manufacturing, Innovative Growers Equipment (IGE), to introduce ultrasonic aeroponics to greenhouse growers across the US and Canada.
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