Rosmarinus officinalis, were tested for their effectiveness in controlling plant diseases caused by fungi. The results showed promising potential for these natural substances to be used as alternatives to synthetic chemicals in plant health management strategies. read more

On Friday afternoon, "The ConversAItion - Dialogues on Agriculture and Innovation" event took place at the MADE Competence Center in Milan. The event was organized by Syngenta as part of Milan Digital Week 2025, of which the company is an official partner. The initiative represented... read more

At the Fields of Innovations, during the open days at Syngenta, the company showcased not only enhanced varieties with improved disease resistance and labor efficiency, but also introduced several unique new vegetables: the bright white sweetcorn called Glacial, the vibrant orange Tangeline, and a broccoli variety with a... read more

The Association of Avocado Growers (Asoproa), promoted by the Valencian Association of Farmers (AVA-Asaja), has launched its first promotional campaign for the Aguacate CV brand, the quality label authorized by the Generalitat Valenciana. This campaign was unveiled at the Fruit Attraction fair. read more

PESCARIA and DOLCE LUCANO join forces for the "Sandwich of the month" for October: introducing "Seasonal Change," a meeting of sea culture and land flavors, Lucanian history and Mediterranean gastronomy, to celebrate premium fennel from Basilicata. read more

Biochar is becoming increasingly important in horticulture. For years, it has been considered as a potential material for growing substrates, and with increasing pressure on traditional options, it is now receiving more attention. However, biochar is more than just a substrate. Its production also generates energy. read more

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About two weeks ago, the new open-grown chicory season started again in Belgium. Despite the year-round availability of chicory from hydroponics these days, the moment when this seasonal product par excellence returns to the shelves is still eagerly awaited in Belgium. "Demand is already picking read more

At Fruit Attraction, we meet Natalino Gallo, president of Op Agricor of Piana di Sibari, who tells us about the new growth plans in foreign markets and investments in research and development of increasingly high-performing varieties. Growth is expected in other markets, in addition to Austria and Denmark. read more

Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Stefan Krajewski, appointed today Dr. Eng. Krzysztof Piotr Rutkowski as the Director of the Horticulture Institute - State Research Institute in Skierniewice. He replaced Professor Dr. Hab. Dorota Konopacka, who... read more

The Tanzanian High Commission in the UK has set a target to increase exports to £1 billion (US$1.26 billion) by 2030, with a specific focus on horticultural and agricultural products entering the British market. Tanzania's High Commissioner to the UK, Mbelwa Kairuki, stated that achieving this goal will require coordinated efforts. read more

Europe is strengthening its position as a key market for Peruvian blueberries during this export season. According to data from Proarándanos, fresh blueberry shipments to Europe have reached 31,222 tons since the start of the 2025-2026 season, marking a 166% increase compared to the same period last year. read more

Everything is ready for the fifth edition of International Asparagus Days (IAD) and the first edition of International Berries Days (IBD). The event will take place in Bordeaux from Tuesday, October 7th to Friday, October 10th, featuring technical field visits, a trade fair, workshops, presentations, and much more. The protagonists of the event read more

The Philippine government is expected to implement a temporary suspension on onion imports by February 2026 to give priority to local harvests, safeguard farmers' incomes, and ensure a stable market supply. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that the suspension would be put into effect. read more

Who will be the lucky winner of a free container with 30,000 kg of yellow onions? Following Fruit Logistica in Berlin, Wiscomex organized a prize draw campaign at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. All foreign onion importers visiting the stand were invited to drop their business card into the container to participate. read more

The members of Cso Italy expressed great satisfaction with the outcome of Fruit Attraction, highlighting the broad international presence and the perfect timing to plan upcoming commercial campaigns. In the business areas of the collective Italy, organized by Cso Italy, read more

The sixteenth participation of Linea Verdea Madrid, present with Vegetales, one of the companies of the Group in Spain. The focus is on the restyling of the fresh soups Dimmidisì, with new proposals that go beyond plant-based options, as well as the experimentation of new references for the Iberian market. read more

During the 2024/2025 season, Spain imported a record 24.57 million kilograms of cucumbers, according to data from Estacom (Icex-Tax Agency) analyzed by Hortoinfo. The imports cost €27.68 million, with an average price of €1.13 per kilogram, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

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The iconic Rocha pear harvest in Portugal remains notably smaller than it could be for the fourth consecutive year, as growers continue to grapple with adverse weather conditions and rising production costs. read more

The crispness of an apple paired with the flavor of a pear - that's just one of the many distinctive qualities that the Belgian pear brand Migo will provide to consumers starting this autumn. The variety owner, EFC, is working to increase awareness of the product across Europe. read more