Badanie sugeruje, że ludzkie preferencje alkoholowe mogą wywodzić się od przodków naczelnych, którzy polegali na fermentujących owocach jako źródle pożywienia. Badacze donoszą, że dzikie szympansy spożywają dziennie równowartość małej butelki piwa poprzez swoją dietę dojrzałych owoców. read more

During the AIPH Industry Conference on Tuesday, a panel discussed a critical issue in horticulture: the future of growing media. Moderated by Tim Briercliffe, Secretary General of AIPH, the panel gathered perspectives from various European regions on reducing peat use, exploring alternatives, and promoting sustainability. read more

The FRESH Foundation announces the conference "Health and soil fertility - Preserving and improving natural fertility, a heritage of every agricultural company", scheduled for October 24, 2025 at the Unitec Campus in Lugo (RA). The initiative is born as a moment of discussion between the world read more

For the Thailand-based exporter Fresh Point, fresh produce is a global business. From its headquarters in Bangkok and packing house in Nakhon Pathom, the company has been shipping fruits and vegetables worldwide for over 30 years. Business Development representative Nachanon Chingthong says that. read more

A new fruit variety named red berry grapes, sold under the Boombites brand, has been launched in UK supermarkets. These grapes have a red pulp similar to berries or cherries, while their appearance is similar to table grapes. The product is exclusively available at M&S and Ocado for £3 (US$3.80). read more

With cranberry season in full swing, the Cranberry Institute has released an updated version of The Berry Best Guidebook, a digital resource that compiles scientific research on the health benefits of cranberries. The new edition includes recently published studies that explore additional potential areas of impact. read more

Dümmen Orange hosted its Orange Festival during Chrysanthemum Week 2025 in Antioquia, Colombia, where hundreds of visitors from across the Americas and beyond gathered to discover the company's latest chrysanthemum innovations. Guests included Colombian growers as well as industry professionals. read more

With the last few seeded Victoria grapes and the first few seedless ones from patented varieties, Kavala—the latest grape-growing region in Greece—is currently on the market. "These days we're working at a relaxed pace. Personally, I've run out of my own Victoria stocks, and since August 24, read more

Sezon jagód, cytrusów i awokado z Peru znajduje się w punkcie zwrotnym. Ograniczona dostępność owoców, skutki klimatyczne i rosnąca globalna konkurencja definiują ceny, rynki i strategie. Tymczasem peruwiańscy eksporterzy starają się wykorzystać nowe możliwości w Azji, Indiach. read more

At Biologische Tuinderij De Waog in Neer, the sweet potato harvest is in full swing. Owner Joep van de Bool expects a total gross yield of over a thousand tonnes this year, which is a positive outlook despite earlier challenges with planting material, resulting in a 30% reduction in planting. read more

Sicily confirms its reign as the queen of the Italian fruit and vegetable market: a unique basket of products in the world, capable of conquering markets and palates. However, behind the abundance and quality, there are knots that are hindering the race towards a truly bright future. read more

From mid-October, Tailwind Shipping Lines' Dolphin Express Service (DEX) will transition into an intra-European short-sea service with an expanded port rotation. The Moerdijk–Barcelona route will be extended to include ports in Antwerp (Belgium), Setúbal (Portugal), Cádiz (Spain), and Casablanca (Morocco). read more

Sun World International and Pairwise have announced the establishment of a joint venture to work together in the specialty fruit sector, starting with the creation of a pitless cherry. Sun World will hold exclusive commercial rights to this genetic innovation as they aim to be the first to enter the market with a high-quality product. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce & Floral Show, scheduled for October 16-18 in Anaheim, CA, will showcase the highest number of global buyers in the event's history. Retail, foodservice, and wholesale industry leaders from various countries will be present on the show floor, engaging with exhibitors. read more

SunGold kiwifruit has been marketed as a potential opportunity for affluent foreigners to secure New Zealand residency through the government's Active Investor Plus visa scheme. The program was revised earlier this year to attract foreign investment, as stated by Immigration Minister Erica. read more

Bioline AgroSciences has announced that Viridaxis, a Belgian company renowned for its high-quality parasitoids, is joining the Bioline AgroSciences group. Viridaxis has developed a unique technology for the large-scale breeding of various parasitoids that effectively control aphids on crops. read more

In Moldova, recent September rains have caused cracking in table grape varieties, sparking concerns about their quality and export potential. Cracking happens when berries split due to abrupt shifts in moisture and temperature, and is seen as a significant problem for late-season grapes. read more

Vine tomatoes were mainly sourced from the Netherlands and Belgium, while round tomatoes came from Poland and Belgium. Almost all beef tomatoes were sourced from Belgium. Cherry tomatoes primarily came from the Netherlands and Italy. The selection was completed with domestic shipments, as per the... read more

During the Blueberry Factory final, ICL experts - Andrzej Miąsko and Dr. Eng. Diana Wieczorek - summarized the experiences of growers with products from this company and presented new interesting directions in fertilizing American blueberries. read more

Wattie's New Zealand has clarified that the decision to decrease peach production in Hawke's Bay is due to a decrease in demand, rather than the recent announcement of the parent company Kraft Heinz splitting its global operations. Peach growers in Hawke's Bay were informed that their fruit would no read more