The cold weather passing through Italy in these hours has caused a shock in vegetable prices, especially concerning zucchini. read more

Wczoraj rano odbyła się wczesna poranna wycieczka po sklepach CPMA 2024 Retail Tour o godzinie 8:00 ze wskazaniem na czterogodzinną wycieczkę po trzech z wielu sklepów detalicznych w Vancouver - Save-on-Foods, T&T Supermarket i Loblaws. Idea? Zapoznanie uczestników z trzema różnymi prezentacjami detalicznymi. read more

Thirty high school science teachers from across the U.S. are embarking on an immersive summer field trip to horticultural destinations around Indianapolis, gaining valuable hands-on experience and insights into careers within the industry. The field trip is part of Seed to STEM, an educational program aimed at integrating real-world experiences into science curriculum. read more

The plants slowly suffocate, wither, and dry out, eventually dying in large numbers, shedding leaves and turning bark grey, creating a monochrome landscape. Since scientists first discovered Xylella fastidiosa in 2013 in Puglia, Italy, it has killed a third of the region's 60 million olive trees. read more

In the combination greenhouse of Germany's Emsland Gemüse, a part of Emsflower, April is the start of the annual crop rotation season. During week 16, the first cluster of tomatoes for the year were harvested, and a significant portion of the complex was also dedicated to bedding plants, preparing for the second planting. read more

The Dutch tomato varieties Red Egg, Red Egg Mini, and Chica from The Greenery are stepping up to meet the increasing demand for high-quality tomato brands in Europe. They have become essential products for retailers, distributors, and fresh produce traders. read more

Explore the PRO-MIX FPO with Troy Buechel, Horticulture Specialist at Premier Tech. In this video, Troy discusses why this certified organic plug and germination growing media is ideal for herbs, vegetables, and flowering plants. Troy also dives into its unique composition and compost-free nature. read more

From seafood to fruits and vegetables. From Seafood Expo to Macfrut. Italmercati relaunches its commitment to two of the main Italian agri-food chains with a significant presence at industry fairs. In Barcelona, from yesterday until April 25th, at the world fair for products. read more

Bananas have long been the dominant player in the global fruit trade. They are also one of the most widely available and consumed fruits year-round in many countries around the world. However, analysts at EastFruit have observed an interesting trend: Central Asian countries appear to have a lukewarm read more

The EastFruitanalysts have reported a gradual decrease in carrot prices in Ukraine. Currently, the market is pricing carrots between 8 to 10 UAH/kg, which is equivalent to only 20 cents USD based on the latest exchange rates. This pricing is similar to the figures seen in 2020. read more

The president of the Andalusian Institute of Agricultural, Fisheries, Food and Organic Production Research and Training is... read more

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a new electrochromic device for smart windows utilizing sustainable materials like amylose sourced from corn, potatoes, and beans. This advancement meets the demand for more sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions. Guihua Yu, a read more

The "Fruit Day" event will be held in Moldova at the modern orchard of the VelFruct-Prim SRL enterprise and will gather local and international companies showcasing their latest innovations and techniques in fruit cultivation. Iurie Fala from Moldova Fruct is looking forward to welcoming many participants. read more

Shipments of fruits and nuts from China to Kyrgyzstan increased by 1.6 times in the first quarter of 2024, as reported by the Main Customs Administration of China. During this period, fruits and nuts worth a total of $118.3 million were imported from China to Kyrgyzstan. This included items such as mandarin oranges and walnuts. read more

With a selection of five blueberry varieties, the Sekoya® program now extends to global cultivation in 18 countries across 10,000 hectares in zero- and low-chill, as well as mid- and high-chill environments. "We are excited to introduce a new variety in the late low-chill segment for cultivation." read more

A new study has suggested that a sequence of different interventions could be crucial in increasing the consumption of fruits and vegetables. read more

According to seed specialist Enza Zaden, two major themes are prominent in the tomato category. The first is the emergence of Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) and its impact on the industry. The second is the influence of retail trends in reshaping the category. read more

Canada's Oppy has teamed up with DEEP Earth Energy Production to construct an integrated greenhouse powered by geothermal energy at the location of Canada's inaugural geothermal power facility. read more

The Co-op is transitioning to using 100 percent British strawberries in all of its own-brand products, making it the first retailer in the UK to do so. read more

Ecuador exported 99.47 million boxes of bananas in the first quarter of 2024, which was a decrease of 0.4 percent compared to the same period the previous year. read more