The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has stated that Ghana's cashew industry could potentially generate over US$660 million in annual revenue with enhanced regulation, processing infrastructure, and export support. Dr. Andy Osei Okrah, the Chief Executive Officer of TCDA, made this presentation. read more

The bad weather that affected Sicily between Friday and Saturday brought heavy rain and locally intense thunderstorms in the Ragusa area, particularly in the area of Vittoria, where flooding and traffic disruptions were reported. The precipitation, which fell in a few hours, caused read more

SecondBloom, in partnership with M. Davis Group, will oversee the full liquidation of Bowery Farming's $70 million vertical farming facility in Locust Grove, Georgia. The 200,000 square foot operation is one of the largest vertical farming liquidations in the industry's history, showcasing... read more

The Cardoncelli mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii) season has arrived, but growers are facing difficulty in finding the required substrates for cultivation. The availability of substrates is low, leading to a limited supply of these mushrooms. Here is an overview of the current situation. read more

The prices of imported bananas to the UK have been decreasing this week, especially from suppliers in Central and South America. The latest data from Defra shows that the average import price of bananas sourced in dollars dropped by 16% to £0.78 per kilogram, down from £0.93 per kilogram the previous week. read more

Pure Flavor has acquired a new, state-of-the-art distribution center spanning nearly 200,000 sq. ft. in Romulus, Michigan. This facility will function as a central hub for distributing the company's fresh, greenhouse-grown produce, leading to a notable reduction in food miles, enhanced shipping efficiency, and read more

Fruit and gastronomy are the flagship departments of the Superò chain, a low-cost brand by Megamark (Selex), active in Naples and surrounding areas with 19 stores. The most recent opening was in via Posillipo 337, covering an area of 450 square meters. read more

We are now in the midst of the pepper sowing campaign in Sicily, particularly in the designated area of Santa Croce Camerina, where Scipio F1 continues to be the reference point for companies that cultivate the yellow variety. This variety adapts well to a wide calendar of planting. read more

The first edition of Myplant & Garden Middle East 2025, scheduled to take place from November 15 to 17 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, aims to establish itself as the premier regional hub for the green and landscaping industries. Positioned at the center of a market focused on green redevelopment and urban landscaping, read more

Representatives of major onion growers from across Europe and beyond gathered yesterday at the seed company Bejo in Warmenhuizen for the annual European onion congress, Euronion. In addition to European countries, this edition also welcomed representatives from the United States and South America. read more

Jako że zbliża się termin 2030 r. UE na wycofanie jednorazowej plastikowej opakowalni, szwedzka firma technologiczna zajmująca się żywnością, Saveggy, testuje jadalną, roślinną alternatywę dla konwencjonalnej folii plastikowej do świeżych produktów spożywczych. Innowacja, wykonana z oleju rzepakowego i bezglutenowego oleju owsianego, ma na celu przedłużenie świeżości ogórka. read more

Dutch exports of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and aubergines have seen an increase in sales in Germany and the UK this year. This information is based on export figures (volume) from January to September 2025, as reported by GroentenFruit Huis. Two-thirds of the total Dutch exports have contributed to this growth. read more

Polish company Nature’s Produce has started building a new distribution facility for ready-to-eat avocados, mangoes, and other exotic fruits. read more

Heavy rainfall in some parts of Karnataka this year could lead to a delay in mango flowering, causing uncertainty for growers in important producing regions. Mango flowering usually takes place between November and December in districts like Ramanagara, Channapatna, Dharwad, and others in the north, while in the Kolar district,... read more

The situation for grapes in India seems to be even worse than previously thought, according to Swapnil Aware, a board member of Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods. "With the weather finally clearing this week, the overall scenario for this grape season has become much clearer and significantly. read more

At R&M Forwarding, the first phase of a large-scale refrigeration project was recently completed. With the completion of this phase, the company has taken an important step in expanding its logistics capacity and making its facilities more sustainable. The new refrigerated complex provides. read more

Potato growers in Tasmania report that the state is starting to experience the impacts of the potato shortage affecting mainland Australia. The industry representatives believe that the mop-top virus outbreak is one of the reasons for this issue, as it has restricted potato exports from Tasmania to other areas. Despite the shortages... read more

The number of Italian PGIs has reached 896 with the recognition granted to Basilicata strawberries - a significant milestone for the strawberry sector in Basilicata. Salvatore Pecchia, president of the Basilicata IGP Strawberry Promoting Committee, enthusiastically commented on this achievement: "We must..." read more

The security situation in the Sahel region is causing concern among Moroccan transporters, including fresh produce carriers. Elhachimi Charki, secretary general of the General Union of International and National Transport Professionals, reports dangerous working conditions, but steady transit… read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an online auction in Belfeld (NL) with a variety of vegetable processing and packaging machinery. Hessing, a long-time player in vegetable processing, is renowned for its ready-to-eat fresh produce and meal salads. The auction will feature vegetable read more