Latvian growers are concerned about potato storage this year due to excessive humidity during the season, said Aiga Kraukle. Moisture created favorable conditions for bacteria, and problems are already visible with tubers that were harvested immature and not properly dried. According to Kraukle, read more

The latest campaigns of Italian table grape have shown significant results, as highlighted by the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor. In 2024, exports exceeded 900 million euros, a historical record for the sector, while domestic consumption in terms of value has grown by almost. read more

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has granted provisional approval for Expo 2031 Minnesota, USA. This Expo is planned to take place from May 1 to October 15, 2031 in Dakota County, and it will be the first A1 International Horticultural Expo to be held on American soil. read more

Although the blueberry harvesting season is coming to an end, the plants are still working intensively. During this time, the differentiation of flower buds occurs, which will determine next year's yield, and the root system accumulates reserves necessary for the spring start. read more

The Frutta party celebrates its twentieth edition milestone. Over this time, the project has reached over 73,000 young people in more than twenty municipalities in Piedmont, becoming a regular appointment for food education in schools. Leggi Battaglio is investing in pineapple production. read more

The Asian market, and particularly China, has become a crucial market for Ecuadorian bananas, driven by a combination of limited global supply, increasingly demanding consumers, and historically high prices. The trade agreement with China has resulted in reduced tariffs, allowing Ecuador to read more

The Russian agency Rosselkhoznadzor has banned the import of a 20.5-ton shipment of fresh apples from Moldova due to irregularities in accompanying documents. The shipment was inspected at the Burachki phytosanitary checkpoint on the Russian-Latvian border. read more

Global Women Fresh (GWF), a global community for women in the fruit and vegetable industry, is excited to announce the First Global Networking Panel at Fruit Attraction 2025, one of the most significant and influential international trade fairs for the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

The tomato will be the main protagonist of the 17th edition of Fruit Attraction, scheduled to take place in Madrid from September 30th to October 2nd, organized by IFEMA Madrid and Fepex. The most consumed vegetable in the world becomes a symbol and ambassador of Spanish production in an edition that will. read more

Po trzech latach Sioen Fresh Foods z Ledegem w Belgii twierdzi, że udało im się solidnie ustalić jako niezawodny partner w cięciu i pakowaniu świeżych warzyw. To, co zaczęło się jako projekt rodzinny braci Franka i Francisa Sioenów, stało się teraz firmą z ustabilizowanym klientem. read more

PATS, a Dutch agri-tech company specializing in automated pest monitoring and control, has secured €2.7 million in seed funding to expedite the advancement and deployment of its AI-driven solutions. The company is already collaborating with numerous growers involved in cultivating vegetables, flowers, and plants. read more

The World Shipping Council (WSC) has introduced an artificial intelligence program aimed at identifying misdeclared hazardous cargo. This initiative is supported by shipping companies that account for over 70% of global container capacity and leverages technology from the US National Cargo Bureau. The WSC Cargo Safety Program aims to enhance safety and security in the shipping industry. read more

Wśród jaskrawo pomarańczowych motyli monarchów w cykorii w Ogrodach Ortenstone'a, Deanna Pepper ostrożnie poruszała się przez kwiaty ze swoimi nożyczkami ogrodniczymi, uśmiechając się. Tego wtorkowego popołudnia była tam na wydarzeniu zorganizowanym przez Engage i Project 412, aby tworzyć bukiety do wręczenia społeczności.

In the bright orange monarch butterflies in the zinnias at Ortenstone Gardens, Deanna Pepper carefully moved through the flowers with her garden shears, smiling. She was there that Tuesday afternoon for an event by Engage and Project 412 to create bouquets to give back to the community. read more

Adrian Scripps, one of England's largest apple growers and packers and a main supplier to the supermarket chain Tesco, has fully automated its packing line using UniPAKer technology from the Dutch company Brillopak. According to both companies, this has tripled productivity per. read more

Polska zdecydowała się na czas nieokreślony utrzymać zamkniętą granicę z Białorusią po wspólnych manewrach wojskowych Rosji i Białorusi o nazwie "Zapad". To, co początkowo miało być tymczasową ostrożnością, teraz jest otwarte bez określonego terminu, a rząd powołuje się na "troskę o bezpieczeństwo obywateli polskich". Urzędnicy powiedzieli read more

Jingold, an Italian company that is a global point of reference in the production and commercialization of premium kiwi, presents its first Sustainability Report: a crucial step in the ESG journey taken over time and an opportunity to systematize the commitments already in place. read more

The last avocado and grape season in Peru produced positive results in terms of volume, but also revealed challenges facing the sector. These challenges include higher domestic production, saturated markets, new regulatory requirements, and the need to explore alternative markets. Despite these challenges, efforts are being made to address them. read more

Retail and consumer demand have increased since schools reopened and the holiday season ended. Early season Rooster continues to be harvested, with mixed reports on yields, and some areas quoting below average. There are also continued reports of cracking on the lifted Rooster. Processing demand read more

A concept design for a LEGO fruit basket has been submitted to the LEGO Ideas platform by builder Jagamax. The set, titled Fruits Basket, contains 1,257 pieces and replicates a range of fruit types within a stylized bowl. The proposed kit is positioned as an extension of LEGO's existing product line. read more

According to a recent scientific study by the University of Verona, it prevents cardiovascular diseases and has antidepressant effects. According to the European Commission, it promotes regularity of the intestine and is the first fresh fruit to receive this recognition. The kiwi - particularly the one read more