In a collaborative effort, the Tax Agency, National Police, and Judicial Police of Portugal, supported by Spanish authorities, have intercepted over 1,000 kilos of cocaine across Portugal and Spain. Originating from South America, the narcotics were concealed in two distinct shipments, with one read more

Solar panels are becoming increasingly popular. More and more companies are installing them on their rooftops and, in the greenhouse industry, they are also being installed on water basins more frequently. In 2023, Zon Op Waterbassin installed a total of 33,000 solar panels across 19 water basins. read more

The demand for fresh blueberries labeled "Stay fresh" showed the least decrease after a one percent price increase compared to labels "Crunchy" and "Sweety". A recent study provides valuable insights for blueberry growers, retailers, and marketers that could be informative. read more

One year after the flood that hit Emilia-Romagna and compromised centuries-old chestnut groves, the Consortium of chestnut growers of Castel del Rio (Bologna) rises again and, with some new additions to its composition, prepares to face a season of revival for the Marrone. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, powołujących się na uczestników rynku, zeszłoroczne ziemniaki na ukraińskim rynku doświadczyły znacznego wzrostu cen w weekend. read more

Ze względu na lepsze warunki klimatyczne w tym sezonie w Nowej Zelandii, produkcja jabłek wzrosła. W rezultacie na chińskim rynku pojawiło się więcej nowozelandzkich jabłek w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, z których większość jest małych rozmiarów. „Obecnie smak i jakość jabłek są stosunkowo zadowalające… read more

Ethiopian Airlines recently opened the renovated Domestic Terminal at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The expansion and renovation project, which cost 50 million USD, has greatly improved the terminal. The total built-up area has more than doubled to 25,750 m2, and the terminal's handling capacity has increased as well. read more

At Macfrut, "Mago," the Italian branch of the Polish multinational company, presented a method for extending the shelf life of fruit by a third in a natural way directly at the point of sale. This display stand absorbs ethylene through a series of slots along the metal profile of the frame. It purifies the. read more

"Last year we were in second place among Peruvian avocado exporters, but this year we are on track to becoming the top overseas shipper," says Omar Díaz Marchena, General Manager of Westfalia Fruit Peru. This is a significant achievement for the Peruvian subsidiary of the multinational Westfalia Fruit Group, a company with read more

Growers could soon have access to customized local weather forecasts through an innovative program that combines artificial intelligence and machine learning with traditional weather forecasting methods. This cutting-edge technology aims to provide accurate and detailed forecasts tailored to the specific needs of farmers. read more

Rozwój uprawy arbuzów jest napędzany przez rozszerzające się rynki eksportowe, między innymi, mówi Esra Soyleyen, kierownik ds. marketingu tureckiego eksportera Aksun: "Turcja jest głównym producentem arbuza na świecie. Powierzchnia upraw i produkcja doświadczały wahnięć, ale ogólny trend jest wzrostowy. read more

Sustainability and digitalization. Two words that are now indispensable even in the fruit and vegetable sector, but, as often happens, there is a certain superficiality in addressing such important issues. Undoubtedly, these are complex topics that have not scared off QGS, Talea. read more

The National Association of Berry Exporters of Mexico (Aneberries), which represents 40 partners producing blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries, is dedicated to promoting the consumption of these fruits in both domestic and international markets. The association aims to enhance the... read more

Zespri's financial results for the 2023/24 season have achieved record average returns per tray for growers in all categories except for organic SunGold kiwifruit. Despite facing challenges during the growing season, global sales volumes decreased by 10.5% to 164.2 million trays from 183.5 million in 2022. read more

The Pink Lady® Europe Association has always had a special focus on sustainability issues, as outlined in its "Commitment Charter," a manifesto shared by all members that includes 14 commitments related to social, economic, and environmental sustainability. read more

In a collaborative effort, the Tax Agency, National Police, and Judicial Police of Portugal, supported by Spanish authorities, have intercepted over 1,000 kilos of cocaine across Portugal and Spain. Originating from South America, the narcotics were concealed in two distinct shipments, with one read more

Last week, the first peach and nectarine harvests began in Extremadura, where this season's stone fruit production is expected to reach approximately 250,000 tons. This is 22% lower than its potential of 320,000 tons, according to the Extremadura Fruit Growers Association (Afruex). read more

In value, horticultural and fruit exports in the first quarter have decreased by 2% year-on-year, totaling 5.229 billion euros, resulting in a 6% decline in the average export price, which has been set at 1.5 euros/kg. read more

Artificial intelligence is slowly taking up more and more space in our everyday lives, and this will also be the case in shopping at retail stores and in the produce departments. read more

Princess Anne, according to former royal chef Darren McGrady, likes her bananas very ripe, almost black, as part of her morning fruit bowl. This preference is due to the easier digestion of overripe bananas. Despite the unconventional choice that may not appeal to everyone, there are nutritional benefits. read more