The agribusiness sector in South Africa is under pressure due to a 30% tariff imposed by the United States on agricultural exports in August 2025. This tariff has had an impact on industries like citrus, wine, and macadamia nuts, putting 35,000 jobs in the citrus sector in jeopardy. Despite a 26% increase in Q2, the sector is facing challenges due to the new tariff. read more

Po czterech i pół roku badań, europejski projekt BreedingValue zakończył się sukcesem, dostarczając nowe narzędzia, dane i wiedzę, aby zapewnić, że truskawki, maliny i borówki pozostaną odporne, zrównoważone i atrakcyjne dla konsumentów w całej Europie. "Owoce jagodowe należą do" read more

From October 6th to October 10th, an outgoing agricultural trade mission will be organized from the Netherlands to Angola. The mission will focus on key growth sectors, including sustainable agriculture (fruits, seeds, and horticulture) as well as logistics. Angola, one of Africa's largest countries, is. read more

The return migration is now behind us: unpacked suitcases, full offices, alarm clocks set for dawn once again. But along with the nostalgia for the holidays, returning to the city also brings with it small annoyances like stress, bad moods, and a few extra pounds gained from aperitifs and ice creams. read more

W dniu 1 września 2025 r. Minister ds. Przemysłu i Handlu T.G. Bharath ogłosił, że rząd stanowy wesprze plantatorów cebuli, inicjując skup poprzez Markfed. Decyzja została podjęta po tym, jak rolnicy zgłosili trudności w otrzymywaniu opłacalnych cen. Podczas swojej wizyty... read more

The current avocado season in Peru has been characterized by a delayed start compared to last year, increased export volumes, and a recovery in prices following weeks of intense pressure. While Europe continues to be the main market, Peruvian exporters are focusing on expanding their presence in Asia and adjusting to new… read more

Fresh Point is a Thai exporter of premium fresh fruits and vegetables, established in 1995. The company, which has been in operation for over 25 years, supplies fresh produce to partners across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America under the Fresh Connect brand. "We operate our own farms." read more

This year as well, Cora Seeds - an Italian seed company among the main international players in breeding - welcomed over 120 stakeholders and industry press representatives from 35 countries to its headquarters for an intense three-day program of meetings and field visits. read more

The Murcian Institute for Agricultural and Environmental Research and Development (IMIDA) is developing new grapefruit varieties aimed at increasing production, improving quality, adding value, and offering a broader range of harvest times compared to those currently available in the market. read more

McCormack Family Farms has released an update to Food Alert 2025.47 concerning the recall of spinach and mixed leaves products due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The newly identified batches subject to the recall include Fresh Choice Market Mixed Leaves, 100 g packs, with batch codes JD234 and JD238. read more

Apple harvesting in Trentino's Val di Non and Val di Sole, which is currently taking place, is about to create history. This achievement is thanks to a remarkable technological innovation that is poised to revolutionize the future of fruit farming in Italy and around the world. For the first time, newly harvested apples can be transported by cableway, marking a significant advancement in the industry. read more

Polish floral designer Tomasz "Max" Kuczyński has won the World Cup Floral Art, with the judges praising his creativity, technical skill, and unique artistic style. Hungary took second place, with France coming in close behind. Dutch competitor Franka Roenhorst also achieved success. read more

With the challenges we face today, Royal FloraHolland recognizes that logistics need to be flexible, efficient, and reliable. Logistics serve as the link that connects the entire supply chain, from growers to buyers. This is why Royal FloraHolland has introduced the RFH Dock Services app and Select Delivery in Floriday, aimed at optimizing the process. read more

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A South African exporter supplying to the Middle East and Indian subcontinent is expressing skepticism about the commonly repeated narrative of a surplus of citrus in the Northern Hemisphere at the beginning of South Africa's citrus season. He believes that this narrative is actually wishful thinking. read more

The Potato mop-top virus (PMTV) was recently identified in Northwest Tasmania, marking Australia's initial exposure to the pathogen. For New Zealand growers, this detection serves as a reminder of the significance of maintaining vigilance against a preexisting but well-controlled threat. PMTV was first... read more

The enlargement of fruits represents a key phase of the production cycle, during which the plant must support intense activity of cell division and expansion. This process requires not only a continuous availability of nutrients and water, but also a balanced hormonal system. read more

AGF Monitor compares weekly price trends of various fruits and vegetables available online. Prices are monitored by Supermarktscanner.nl, with the price poll conducted at the end of each week. In week 35, Hoogvliet supermarket promoted cucumbers by reducing the price by 10 cents. Other supermarkets... read more

Easier phytosanitary protocols concerning citrus black spot could boost South African orange exports to Russia. The Port of St. Petersburg has served as a key entry point for fruit exports from South Africa for the last 15 years. Export data indicates that as of September 1, the beginning of week 34, 5.1 million... read more

Liście pomidorów, zazwyczaj odrzucane jako odpad w uprawach szklarniowych, mogą stać się cennym źródłem białka. Badacze z Uniwersytetu i Centrum Badawczego Wageningen (WUR) zdołali pomyślnie wyizolować białko RuBisCO z liści pomidorów, otwierając możliwości dla nowych zastosowań w roślinnych. read more