The week was marked by slow business activity. According to the BLE (Bureau of Agricultural Economics), domestic apple varieties such as Elstar, Jonagold, and Braeburn continued to be predominant. From Italy, Pink Lady and Golden Delicious were the main varieties available, while France primarily supplied club varieties like Jazz and Pink Lady. read more

Sustainability is of utmost importance at Ecuadorian flower company Mystic Flowers. To showcase all the sustainable practices they have implemented at their farm, they recently launched several short videos under the theme 'Discover the story behind every flower.' read more

W Illinois, specialty growers are actively engaging in spring preparations. Tony Pferschy from Garlic Breath Farms in the northern region reports the commencement of planting 70,000 garlic bulbs and managing 5,000 to 10,000 plants, including peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes, within his. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries is showcasing its new drink-inspired varieties with a sneak peek of Echinacea DELIGHTFUL™ 'Sangria' and the popular Heuchera 'Peach Smoothie'. Echinacea DELIGHTFUL 'Sangria' is a dwarf echinacea specially bred for the potted plant market, known for its low growth habit. read more

This year, the Dutch breeder Dümmen Orange presented their rose innovations at their site on Bogota's savannah, located at the Flores Prisma farm in Colombia, from April 10 to 12. Varieties such as Sweet Memory+, Sundae+, Swan+, and Violet Hill+ were the highlights of the event, showcased in a vibrant display. read more

Jak prognozowali analitycy EastFruit przed rozpoczęciem ostatniego sezonu jabłek, ceny świeżych jabłek pozostawały stosunkowo wysokie do teraz. W Ukrainie ceny jabłek są naprawdę wysokie, ale nie osiągnęły jeszcze rekordowego poziomu. Niemniej jednak, do końca sezonu pozostało jeszcze ponad trzy miesiące, więc. read more

Schoneveld breeding has won the Japan Flower of the Year 2023-2024 with 'Illusia'. Area manager Huub van Oorspronk stated, "We were proud to present the result to Japan, as the first country worldwide. Its name is Illusia, this flowering pot plant is hitting the market by surprise. It was presented at the..." read more

Horizon has launched a new plant dedicated entirely to the global production of organic and ecological fertilizers, biostimulants, and bionutrients for bio agriculture. The

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During the World Citrus Organisation (WCO) AGM, the preliminary forecast for the upcoming Southern Hemisphere citrus season was presented to representatives from the citrus sector in Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Peru, South Africa, and Uruguay. Citrus production is expected to read more

Vidalia, GA: Danny Ray from Ray Farms Inc. in Glennville, GA, informed us on April 17th that their family's Vidalia onion season is beginning well. "We are very busy right from the start," Danny said. "The quality of the onions looks excellent, and our customers are excited to start the new season with us. Thank you." read more

South Africa's 2024 citrus season is slowly starting in a bit of an unusual way, with producers struggling to manage volume in terms of sizing. This is due to the very hot conditions experienced during the growing period at the end of last year. However, with some rain now arriving, the sizing situation may improve. read more

As the winter chill in the Northern Hemisphere subsides, it's also time to transition to sourcing oranges from suppliers in the Southern Hemisphere. Spain, the main citrus-producing country, reportedly had a successful season with prices now decreasing towards the end. However, their supply is expected to last a bit longer. read more

The Apofruit Group, including Apofruit Italia, Mediterraneo Group, and Canova S.r.l., returns to Macfrut 2024 with a focus on innovation. read more

Ukrainian vegetable growers are actively exploring storage solutions, as the absence of proper storage facilities in autumn could force them to sell their produce at rock-bottom prices. The most popular vegetables for storage are those commonly used in borscht. Oles Kapitanchuk, the manager of read more

16th of April saw the inauguration of Chiquita's largest European ripening facility at the GI.MA.TRANS logistics center in Cortenuova, in the province of Bergamo, Italy. The event was graced by the presence of the Provincial Councilor, Massimo Cocchi, as well as the company's industrial partners and customers. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries is showcasing its new drink-inspired varieties, including a preview of the Echinacea DELIGHTFUL™ 'Sangria' and the top-of-the-line Heuchera 'Peach Smoothie' variety. The Echinacea DELIGHTFUL 'Sangria' is specifically bred for the potted plant market and is a compact echinacea with a low-growing habit. read more

On Sunday, April 14th, the fortieth edition of Vivicittà took place, an international event featuring road racing and recreational walking, organized by UISP aps. Italy Ortofrutta Unione Nazionale participated in the event with its affiliated public bodies. read more

The President of Fruitimprese, Marco Salvi, opened the 75th Annual Assembly by recalling the key moments in the organization's history and emphasized that: "Today we are a true supply chain association: on the production side, some important companies are part of us". read more

Levantia Seed continues to develop its dedicated proposal for leafy vegetables for the Fresh-cut Produce sector. This is an important market segment that demands answers to face multiple challenges in the seed industry, ranging from climatic conditions to pathogens, ensuring constant volumes and characteristics. read more

Labour has criticized the Conservative Party for causing damage to the rural economy in Nazeing and has promised to introduce a new plan to support vegetable and fruit growers in order to enhance Britain's food security. During a recent visit to salad producers at a supermarket in Nazeing, Steve Reed MP, Labour's Shadow Environment Secretary, emphasized... read more