SanLucar is continuing its expansion in Asia, with its most recent market entry being Singapore last year. The brand is now also present in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and central China. read more

"With a special focus on Chinese purple garlic, this Andean region stands out not only for its geographical location but also for the high yield of its crops, which exceeded 10 tons per hectare in the last season," he says. read more

Plant Sciences Genetics is a research field that focuses on understanding the genetic mechanisms underlying plant traits and behaviors. This field combines principles of genetics and plant science to improve crop yield, resilience, and quality.

In terms of operations, researchers in Plant Sciences Genetics use various techniques such as genome sequencing, gene editing, and quantitative genetics to study plant genomes and identify genes responsible for specific traits. By identifying these genes, scientists can develop new plant varieties through selective breeding or genetic engineering.

Additionally, Plant Sciences Genetics research often involves studying the interactions between plants and their environment, including responses to stressors such as drought, pests, and diseases. This research aims to develop plants that are more adaptable to changing environmental conditions and can contribute to sustainable agriculture practices.

Overall, Plant Sciences Genetics plays a crucial role in advancing plant breeding and biotechnology to address global food security challenges and improve agricultural sustainability. read more

In 2024, about 300 nests were reported. As of early September this year, there are already 1,213 nests. It is expected that this number will continue to rise in the coming months. This growth indicates that the Asian hornet has permanently established itself in Zeeland. read more

Consumers are still looking for value in their grocery shopping as children return to school, according to the most recent data from Worldpanel by Numerator. read more

After the record year of 2019 with 430 tons, the harvest of parsley root has increased again in the last three years, as reported by the Agricultural Information Service (LID). According to the Swiss Central Office for Vegetable Growing and Special Crops (SZG), the quantity has doubled since then. read more

Phoebe Scherer, the technical lab manager at Apata in Tauranga, has won the prestigious 2025 Young Grower national title hosted by Horticulture New Zealand. Scherer was also the champion in the Bay of Plenty region. read more

But what does this mean for the fruit and vegetable industry? Where are the opportunities? Where are the limitations? read more

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Asiafruit Magazine, the Asia Fruit Knowledge Centre organized a three-day program that kicked off with a high-level panel discussion at the Asiafruit Congress. The discussion focused on reflecting on the changes in Asia's market over the last thirty years. read more

The members of AGUAPAN - farming families who act as "guardians" preserving hundreds of traditional varieties - are not only safeguarding a unique cultural heritage, but also a crucial foundation for future food security. The old varieties possess read more

Thanks to the pioneering spirit of brave farmers like Clemens Wurm from Oftering, the regional SPAR Natur*pur organic physalis, according to SPAR, are now available nationwide in Austria in the fall at SPAR, EUROSPAR, INTERSPAR, and Maximarkt. read more