Albaugh has recently become a part of the North Carolina Plant Sciences Initiative (N.C. PSI) Innovation Hub, situated in the Plant Sciences Building at NC State University on Centennial Campus in Raleigh. The Innovation Hub acts as a shared space where industry professionals, researchers, and students collaborate. read more

Ananas stał się jednym z kluczowych produktów rolniczych eksportowanych przez Wietnam, z wartością eksportu w sierpniu sięgającą 950 000 dolarów amerykańskich, co oznacza wzrost o ponad 400%, według danych Wietnamskiej Służby Celną. Łączna wartość eksportu ananasa w ciągu pierwszych dziewięciu miesięcy roku wyniosła 8 milionów dolarów amerykańskich, co stanowi wzrost o 114%. read more

In an agricultural context that is increasingly focused on environmental sustainability and economic competitiveness, Arrigoni, a leading group in Europe in the design and production of agrotextiles for agriculture, offers innovative solutions for crop protection in open fields. read more

On the evening of June 6, 2025, a severe thunderstorm cell passed through the town of Nidek in Małopolska, Poland. It lasted only eight minutes, but caused massive damage. "It was a tragedy," recalls Zbigniew Zacny, a blueberry grower. "Hail destroyed everything I had." read more

The Morocco Berry Conference 2025 will be held on November 13 in Agadir, bringing together professionals from across the berry industry for a day of technical discussions, networking, and knowledge exchange. Now in its sixth year, the conference has become a key platform for growers, researchers,... read more

Despite the self-sufficiency of many countries in domestic ginger production, the global ginger market sees annual exports totaling nearly $1.314 billion, as estimated by the industry. China leads in global trade with 52% of exports, followed by Peru with 11%, positioning it as the second-largest exporter. read more

Można śmiało powiedzieć, że pierwsza połowa sezonu warzywnego w Wielkiej Brytanii w 2025 roku była godna zapomnienia. Większość Anglii była dotknięta suszą, a temperatury sięgały nawet 30 stopni przez długi czas. "W końcu nadeszła zmiana pogody i trochę deszczu" - powiedział Nigel Clare z firmy Peloton Produce.

It is safe to say that the first half of the UK vegetable season in 2025 was one to forget. Most of England was in drought conditions with temperatures around 30 degrees for extended periods. "We eventually got a change in the weather and some rain," said Nigel Clare from Peloton Produce. read more

"Sprzedaż była dobra przez całe lato, ale gdy szkoły zaczęły się ponownie, popyt był zauważalnie bardzo wysoki" - mówi Noud van den Broek, Dyrektor Handlowy holenderskiej firmy Banken Champignons, opisując sytuację na rynku. "Popyt na białe pieczarki jest stabilny, podczas gdy na pieczarki kasztanowe wzrasta" read more

The issue of pesticide residues in organic products remains one of the most delicate and debated topics in the sector. This is not only due to technical and regulatory aspects, but also because of the commercial and trust implications along the supply chain. This was discussed in the webinar organized by CCPB. read more

W kraju, gdzie trzy czwarte świeżych owoców jest importowanych, nowa firma agritech pracuje nad zmianą sposobu produkcji i konsumpcji jagód w Kanadzie. Zlokalizowana w Chilliwack, Kolumbia Brytyjska, BeriTech rozwija systemy środowisk kontrolowanych do uprawy wysokiej jakości borówek, malin oraz. read more

The 18th edition of the Godavari (Chrysanthemum) Flower Exhibition started in Lalitpur on October 15. The flower fair, organized by the Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN), showcases a total of 90 stalls. Dr. Govinda Prasad Sharma, Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, inaugurated the exhibition. read more

The 18th edition of the Godavari (Chrysanthemum) Flower Exhibition started in Lalitpur on October 15. The exhibition, organized by the Floriculture Association of Nepal (FAN), includes a total of 90 stalls. Dr. Govinda Prasad Sharma, Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, inaugurated the exhibition. read more

The President of Cesena Fiera, Patrizio Neri, met with the Minister of Agriculture of the Dominican Republic, Limber Cruz López, along with the Vice Minister of Industry and Commerce of the same Central American country, Joaquín Antonio González Ramírez, at FAO headquarters in Rome. read more

The 2025-2026 Peruvian mango season is expected to start nearly one month later than in previous years. This delay is mainly due to the physiological stress on the plants caused by two factors from the previous season: The residual effects of water scarcity in the Piura valleys and the natural... read more

Cranberries remain the most consumed berry in Latvia due to their long shelf life, according to the Latvian Fruit Growers Association (LAA). This season, the harvest at Latgale Cranberries, based in Ludza municipality near the Latvian-Russian border, has been notably high, with 50 tons harvested. read more

The global fresh produce industry has a significant opportunity to drive the health agenda by promoting fruits and vegetables as central components of modern diets. read more

The Myanmar Avocado Producers and Exporters Association (MAVO) anticipates surpassing 10,000 tons of avocado exports in the 2025-2026 fiscal year, with intentions to venture into new markets such as India and Russia. In the 2023-2024 season, Myanmar exported approximately 7,600 tons of avocados. read more

Potato prices in Ukraine are expected to rise sharply this winter, reaching 50–55 UAH (US$1.30–1.45) per kilogram in supermarkets, according to analyst Maxim Hopka of the Ukrainian Agrarian Business Club. Currently, wholesale prices range from 19–22 UAH (US$0.50–0.57), while retail prices are expected to follow suit. read more

"Vietnam continues to be a major supplier of dragon fruit to India, with exports maintaining steady volumes over the past few years," says Vivek Aggarwal, Business Head at Angel Fine Foods Company Ltd., based in Vietnam. "We have been consistently exporting dragon fruit to India for two years now." read more

Saudi Arabia's involvement in major international trade fairs is heavily centered around, if not entirely focused on, dates. The most recent edition of Fruit Attraction in Madrid was no different. Mohammed Aldubaykhi, from the Saudi company Atayeb Altomor, shared his impressions after participating in the event. read more