Aysel Oguz, the Commercial Manager for Turkish fresh produce grower and exporter Anadolu Etap, mentions that the popularity of flat peaches has greatly risen over the years, even though the fruit was initially considered unattractive and misshapen. "Typically, the stone fruit season, including flat read more

"Zdaje się, że podejście polegające na czekaniu i obserwowaniu potrwa do końca sezonu twardych owoców. To zdecydowanie trend wśród dużej części producentów w krajach nisko położonych. Jednakże Dirk-Jan van Lutterveld ma nieco inne zdanie: nadal widzi potencjał na rynku jabłek. „Nie ma tak wielu.'' read more

Every year around this time, growers begin to consider strategies for minimizing western flower thrips on their chrysanthemum crops. This year, there is particular concern about Thrips parvispinus, as chrysanthemums are one of its known hosts. While there have been no reports of Parvispinus so far read more

The activities of Hazelnut Breeding Improvement within the applied research project to address the main critical issues of hazelnut production have begun, under the scientific responsibility of the University of Perugia, guided by Professor Daniela Farinelli. read more

"The watermelon is one of the most widely grown fruits in Turkish agriculture," says Tarkan Kocakurt, CEO of the Turkish fresh produce exporter Heptaze. "Agriculture is a crucial sector that has been meeting the nutritional needs of people and animals from the past to the present. Watermelon holds significant importance in this sector." read more

Earlier this year, Alexandra Farms paid tribute to their longtime friend and collaborator, Holly Heider Chapple, by naming a peach-hued garden rose variety after her: Princess Holly's Hope. Holly, an expert designer, published author, educator, and business owner, has now extended her talents to the world of floriculture. read more

Agrintesa has celebrated the acquisition (merger by incorporation) of Osas, a historic cooperative company based in Castrovillari (Cs) specialized in the production of stone fruits (peaches, nectarines, and apricots, with numerous hectares of Ondine in full development) and citrus fruits (particularly Clementines). read more

Mission Produce, Inc., a major company in the sourcing, production, and distribution of fresh Hass avocados along with additional products such as mangos and blueberries, announced its financial results for the fiscal second quarter ending on April 30, 2024. Financial Overview for the Fiscal Second Quarter of 2024: Total read more

Tholen - Five years ago, the Amsterdam Perishable Center (APC) was established as a sister company of IPHandlers, with a specific focus on handling fruits and vegetables. Located near Schiphol Airport, APC provides comprehensive handling services for both air and sea freight, including a cold storage facility. read more

The dollar remained stable on Thursday ahead of the release of U.S. employment data on Friday, which could impact the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions. At the same time, the euro held steady after the European Central Bank (ECB) implemented a rate cut. read more

Mozambique's citrus industry has achieved a significant milestone in its growth and sustainability efforts by becoming a member of the Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa (CGA). The CGA and the Mozambique Citrus Association (MCA) recently signed a memorandum of understanding. By joining the CGA, Mozambique's citrus industry is poised to benefit greatly. read more

Hapag-Lloyd has entered into a partnership with South African citrus growers to introduce the 'Citrus Express' service from Durban and Port Elizabeth. This weekly service is aimed at transporting citrus fruits directly to the Hapag-Lloyd terminal in Tangier, enabling easy transshipment to Northern Europe. read more

Aldi UK is investing in the local area for the supply of pome fruits and has recently signed an agreement for the supply of apples and pears with the company AC Goatham & Son. As reported by the chain in a press release, the agreement is worth £750 million and will last for twenty years. read more

Mushrooms and cultivated fungi in Europe, renowned for their exquisite flavor and culinary versatility, are much more than an ingredient; they are a nutritional gem that deserves a prominent place in every balanced diet. Although not classified as vegetables from a botanical perspective, mushrooms

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Oishii has recently opened its newest strawberry farm, which covers over 237,500 square feet (22,000m2) in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. Named Amatelas Farm after the Japanese Goddess of the Sun, the farm utilizes renewable energy. "At Oishii, we embrace challenges that were once considered unsolvable. read more

The last productive seasons for the baby leaf sector, and in particular for arugula - which represents the main crop - have been particularly difficult and challenging to manage due to climate change, especially the last winter campaign. read more

Melon production in northern Italy was delayed, but the harvest is now in progress, and the first quantities are available. "The weather conditions in May slowed down the ripening process," explains Maurizio Carbonini, sales manager of Mantuafruit, "but now we are getting into the swing of things." read more

Amazon expands UK grocery delivery

Amazon is now offering grocery delivery services to all its customers in eligible cities across the UK. Customers throughout the UK have various options for having groceries delivered by Amazon, including Amazon Fresh, Morrisons, Co-op, and Iceland. For customers who shop at read more

"We have just begun with the first South African grapefruit, which arrived in good quality," Menno Hogenelst of Dole Europe stated in mid-May. He observed that unlike previous years when this product entered an empty market, this year is different. "There are still products from Europe and Turkey." read more

In Malaysia's Terengganu, the cultivation of Cucumis Melo, a hybrid melon developed from seven varieties sourced from China and Japan, is gaining traction among a new generation of farmers. This initiative, which began nearly a decade ago, aims to position Terengganu at the forefront of the melon industry. read more