For Little Plum Executive Chef Casey Kusaka, flowers have always been significant. They played a key role in his childhood in Kaneohe, where his grandmother made lei and ti leaf offerings, his mother and sister performed hula dances, and the house was constantly scented with blossoms. "I grew up surrounded by flowers." read more

W sektorze suszonych owoców, przełączenie na produkty z nowego zbioru odbywa się stopniowo od października/listopada. "Obecnie oferujemy tylko figi (na zdjęciu poniżej) i morele z nowego zbioru, pozyskane z Turcji" - mówi Seyfettin Kaplan, sprzedawca delikatesów na rynku hurtowym. read more

"The bill approved today in the Senate without any opposing votes and with a consensus that extends beyond the majority is particularly relevant for the protection of our agri-food system, for the traceability and safety of our products, and therefore for the" read more

The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), an organization led by CEOs representing manufacturers and retailers worldwide, has named Max Koeune, President and CEO of McCain Foods, as its new Co-Chair for a two-year term. Koeune will work together with Ken Murphy, Group CEO of Tesco plc. The CGF aims to bring together various stakeholders in the consumer goods industry. read more

The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has announced the official launch of the island's inaugural National Flower Festival, which is scheduled for November 8 to 15, 2026. The organization has said that the event will be a week-long celebration of floral artistry and community spirit. read more

The vegetable industry in Ghana anticipates a reduction in food prices if the government implements its plans to enhance agricultural enclave roads. Dr. Felix Mawuli Kamassah, President of the Vegetable Producers and Exporters Association of Ghana, stated that the road improvements proposed for 2026 would be beneficial. read more

Ports are transitioning from manual processes to sensor-driven, digitally coordinated systems. Nowadays, modern ports incorporate AI, IoT, automation, and predictive maintenance, along with energy-efficient technologies like solar power generation and real-time optimization being more commonly integrated into their daily operations. read more

Ostatni miesiąc sezonu hiszpańskich kasztanów będzie oznaczony znacznym spadkiem podaży z powodu wpływu niekorzystnych warunków pogodowych. Chłodna pogoda zwiększa popyt na ten produkt, który tradycyjnie jest najczęściej spożywany podczas okresu świątecznego. "Dla nas, kasztanowie" read more

The Ecuadorian banana sector showed signs of stabilization at the end of October after months of decline, according to the AEBE Statistical Bulletin. Between January and October 2025, banana exports reached a total of 315.26 million boxes, marking a 3.40% increase compared to the same period in 2024. After reaching its highest read more

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre has been recognized by the Government of Ontario as the winner in the Research and Innovation category at the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, presented by Minister Trevor Jones. Vineland President and CEO Ian Potter and Vice President, Research and… read more

The production of guava in India is increasing every year in various regions of the country, according to Manoj Barai, Director at Indian fresh produce exporter M.K. Exports. Barai stated, "Guava production is experiencing significant growth, with Maharashtra and Gujarat seeing a 10 to 12 percent increase year over year. Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan are also..." read more

On 1 January 2026, Marco Wolleswinkel will join the executive team of SuperFlora, a part of Dutch Flower Group (DFG). He will be working alongside Remco Salome to form the new executive team. Wolleswinkel will take on the role of Director of Supply Chain and Operations and will be responsible for leading the entire. read more

Restoring the Italian pear cultivation industry, especially the Abate Fetel variety, has seemed like an impossible mission for years. The challenges are numerous and interconnected: complex agronomic management, increasingly aggressive plant diseases, reduced yields, and post-harvest fragility. read more

Farmers in several districts in Sri Lanka have increased pineapple yields by 300 per cent and export-grade mango output by 90 per cent after adopting new cultivation practices introduced through Chinese technical guidance, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization. read more

South Africa's fruit and vegetable export performance improved in the first three quarters of 2025, reaching a total agricultural export revenue of US$11.7 billion, with fresh produce making up the majority of outbound trade. Overall exports saw a 10% increase year on year. read more

Grape shippers have been facing significant challenges in getting their shipments moving in time for Christmas. This time of year is always stressful, but this year has been particularly frustrating. During the week of November 17 to 23, the Cape Town Container Terminal was fully... read more

The mandarin satsuma is one of the most popular citrus fruits, known for being seedless, sweet, and versatile. Its precise origin has been a topic of debate due to a lack of detailed genetic evidence. A recent study has successfully created a complete reference genome and conducted an analysis. read more

Drugie wydanie Berry Forum 2025 w Ożarowie Mazowieckim zgromadziło ponad 450 plantatorów i przedstawicieli branży z całej Europy. Ponad 40 firm zaprezentowało technologie produkcji truskawek i malin, odzwierciedlając szybki rozwój upraw owoców miękkich pod osłonami.

The second edition of Berry Forum 2025 in Ożarów Mazowiecki brought together more than 450 growers and industry representatives from across Europe. Over 40 companies presented technologies for strawberry and raspberry production, reflecting the rapid development of covered soft fruit. read more

The realization of the 31st edition of Agrotica, the emblematic and largest agricultural fair in Greece, scheduled to take place from 29/1 to 1/2/2026 in Thessaloniki, has been cast into doubt following the significant withdrawal of major companies in the agricultural machinery sector. As of now, 25 companies have announced their withdrawal from the fair. read more