June traditionally marks the peak of strawberry harvesting season, with this year's season starting a bit earlier than usual in Michigan. Bill Whittaker, co-owner of Whittaker's Berry Farm in Ida, Michigan, provided some insights into the unpredictability of this year's strawberry yield. read more

Despite May 2024 being reported as the warmest on record, there was a shortage of sunshine hours. The above-average temperatures were primarily due to warmer nights. While this has benefited soft fruit growers, the season is slightly lagging behind compared to a "normal" year. "We were two weeks late, but we..." read more

The growing conditions for open ground vegetables in North Holland are proving challenging due to the wet weather. "We've had a significant amount of rain, which is causing the fertilizers to leach out. Eventually, our pointed cabbage, Chinese cabbage, and bok choy will all be harvested from the field, but it may be delayed due to the current conditions." read more

The power of flowers will be celebrated across the UK and Ireland on June 8, 2024. Local florists Clare Ashcroft and Alison Matthews, who run The Flower Farm based in Burscough, will be joining 1000 other Flower Magicians when the flower industry comes together on June 8 for the first-ever awareness campaign. read more

There is likely not a single agricultural company that does not include the term 'sustainability' in their mission, vision, or objectives. Nevertheless, what does sustainability actually mean? Is it merely a fashionable term, or does it hold genuine significance? Furthermore, how is sustainability anticipated to develop in the future years? read more

In Tarquinia, fennel production boasts a long tradition. Many commercial varieties have been developed from local selections, and the passion and commitment that Tuscia producers dedicate to this vegetable are remarkable. read more

A little over two years ago, a destructive fire razed four warehouses and a house at De Terp Pumpkins. However, the pumpkin growers did not despair over their losses; instead, they opted to rebuild, with plans to include a new cutting kitchen. Last Friday marked the official opening. read more

Eating whole lemons, including the peel, has become a viral trend on TikTok. These lemons are known for their high vitamin C content, which supports immune health, collagen production, and iron absorption. While the trend was initially popularized by an Italian company's low-acidity lemons, regular lemons are now also being used. read more

W celu zwiększenia zrównoważoności i efektywności praktyk ogrodniczych, Hort Americas ogłosiło dziś partnerstwo z firmą Meteor Systems w celu dystrybucji ich pływających tratw HDPE w Ameryce Północnej. Według Hort Americas, pływające tratwy HDPE firmy Meteor Systems są łatwe do czyszczenia i... read more

Sebastiaan Koren, with a Slovenian father and a Dutch mother, has a deep understanding of both the Dutch market and the Balkans. Since a young age, he had aspirations of starting import and export operations between these two regions. His initial business venture included attempting to sell three large hams. read more

A.P. Moller - Maersk is strengthening its presence in Colombia by inaugurating a 44,000 m2 container logistics center in the municipality of Tocancipa. This move underscores the company's commitment to expanding its logistics operations in Colombia. The new logistics center is part of a planned... read more

In the summer, seasonal crops distract attention from fundamental productions for the Italian supply chain, such as hazelnuts. However, for this crop, the hot season is very delicate as it is the phase of full fruit development. Ensuring the proper functioning of metabolism is crucial. read more

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation and American Forests celebrated the inauguration of a 4,320 square foot Ananconda Greenhouse at the DNRC in Missoula. This facility will enable the reforestation of 1,500 acres annually and increase the nursery's capacity by 20%. It will house 50-75 different species of plants. read more

Albotherm Ltd, a UK-based materials startup, and Dutch horticultural coatings manufacturer Lumiforte, have announced their collaboration. This partnership aims to explore the integration of Lumiforte's removable greenhouse coatings system with Albotherm's patent-pending, heat-activated shading technology. read more

Roberto Baggio, Francesco Totti, and Javier Zanetti are once again the protagonists on the football fields. Dole Italy, a producer and distributor of fruit, is a partner in the nostalgia operation, an event that will bring back onto the field 36 retired footballers, from the national team's top scorer to. read more

Chile's Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) and Frutas de Chile have been meeting with phytosanitary authorities from Japan, Korea, and China over the past week to prepare for the 2024-2025 fruit export season and promote the introduction of new Chilean fruits to these markets. read more

DP World is encouraging freight owners to transport their goods by rail from Southampton, aiming to reduce the number of trucks on the UK's roads. The company is targeting a 40% share of rail freight by 2026. The Modal Shift Programme at Southampton, which promotes freight transportation via rail, is being extended until the end of next year. read more

"We started with humble goals, but our vision has always been clear: to cultivate fresh, sustainable food in the city, for the city," says Dario Vunckx, co-founder of MicroFlavours, a vertical farming company located in Brussels, Belgium. Dario Vunckx is featured in the image of the vertical farm. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, is a Partner of Operazione Nostalgia, the project by Andrea Bini that kicks off on Saturday, June 8th at the Arechi Stadium in Salerno for its first summer event in 2024, followed by. read more

Po raz pierwszy w obwodzie amurskim została ustanowiona strefa kwarantanny fitosanitarnej z powodu obecności zachodniego wciornastka kwiatowego. Te małe owady szkodzą kwiatom i warzywom oraz są wektorami wirusowych chorób roślin. Chociaż specjaliści z Amuru wcześniej znaleźli te szkodniki w

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