During the blueberry pruning shows conducted on February 4th by Tomasz Domański from Agrosimex, interesting information was presented regarding several relatively new, yet rarely encountered highbush blueberry varieties, their response to pruning, and conditions. read more

The entry of oranges from Egypt containing residues of prohibited substances into the European market has been described by ASAJA Murcia as "reckless and dangerous" following a report from the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) on the issue. According to the European Agency, read more

A nationwide tractor rally is scheduled to take place in Athens on Friday afternoon. The tractors will gather in the city's central square, in front of Parliament, and depart the following day. The rally has been organized by associations representing farmers, livestock breeders, beekeepers, and. read more

Arrigoni Group is taking a strategic step in its international growth journey by introducing a renewed corporate visual identity that involves the logos of the subsidiary companies Arrigoni France, Artes, and Lirsa. read more

The winners of the 2026 IPM Essen Novelty Showcase were recently announced, featuring the most promising new plant introductions. A total of 42 entries from 27 exhibitors participated in this year's competition, with eight varieties receiving awards in six categories. One of the notable innovations that received recognition was the Fignomenal Fig (Ficus). read more

LogisAll and Farmers Lab, both companies based in South Korea, have recently signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on developing a rental-based smart farming platform centered around Farmers Lab's BK Conveyor Culture (BKCC) system. According to Seungwan Lee, the founder of Farmers Lab Ltd, the agreement is not structured. read more

South Africa's exports of mandarins and oranges to India doubled in 2025, causing challenges for Indian importers, according to Abdul Hadi, Managing Partner at DFC Global. "During July-September, the volume of oranges increased from 778 to 1,600 containers and mandarins from 1,000 to 2,000, leading to oversupply and price issues." read more

Fig producers in Valinhos, São Paulo, have started the 2025/26 harvest, which began in November. The output in the municipality is projected to reach 4,000 tons, which is 5% higher than the previous season, despite unstable weather conditions during the production cycle. Valinhos has 410 rural properties, of which... read more

Spiros Tampakis, owner of Greek citrus exporter Tampakis Fresh, stated that the Greek weather has caused quality issues in the last few months of 2025. He mentioned that while the clementine quality has been generally good this season, heavy rains in November and December led to quality problems. read more

WiseTech Global has partnered with Hapag-Lloyd to test the integration of real-time container data into the CargoWise platform. The project aims to incorporate Internet of Things (IoT) tracking data from Hapag-Lloyd's container fleet to enhance shipment visibility and estimated delivery times. read more

To participate in Monrovia's Bee a Winner program, garden centers must register for the annual pollinator plant giveaway. This event is a fantastic opportunity to boost sales and increase customer engagement. The deadlines for garden centers to sign up are approaching quickly. There are two giveaway timeframes available, which are determined by regional timing and key factors. read more

Tulips są zazwyczaj zaprogramowane na wiosnę. W Kaszmirze zazwyczaj tak jest. Jednak tego zimy, w kontrolowanej przestrzeni badawczej na kampusie Shalimar SKUAST, kwiaty nie poszły za kalendarzem. Według The New Indian Express, po raz pierwszy w dolinie naukowcy mieli. read more

Hunting for new trends, the latest discovery in the fruit and vegetable sector is without a doubt vegetable chips. On TikTok, these snacks are rapidly gaining popularity: users try them, showcase them in videos, and share their impressions. The mechanism is simple: a read more

The Association of Avocado Producers (ASOPROA) and the Valencian Association of Farmers (AVA-ASAJA) are advising against harvesting the late Lamb Hass variety prematurely. They emphasize that harvesting should only occur when the fruit reaches optimal ripeness, usually about a month from now. read more

The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) announced that Peru has been chosen as the host country for the next IBO Summit, which is scheduled to take place in November 2027. The decision was made after a formal selection process among IBO member countries and highlights Peru's expanding presence in the blueberry industry. read more

Valentine's Day is the most romantic day of the year—and the most important commercial date for the global rose sector. In the U.S. alone, rose sales during this period reach into the billions, with red roses making up nearly 70% of all flower sales. Globally, over 250 million rose stems are sold. read more

With around 90,000 participants from all over the world, Fruit Logistica 2026 has reaffirmed its role as a global reference point for business, innovation, and knowledge in the fresh fruit and vegetable sector. read more

The efficiency of logistics is becoming more and more important in determining the competitiveness of blueberries in export markets. At the XXXIX International Blueberries Seminar Lima 2026, there will be a panel discussion titled "How logistical efficiency is reshaping the success of agro-export business: challenges and opportunities" focusing on how operational strategies can impact the industry. read more

Proven Winners® and Pure Line Seeds have entered into an agreement to offer an exclusive collection of high-performing vegetable plants under the Proven Harvest by Proven Winners brand. As the sole licensee for the Proven Harvest by Proven Winners brand in North America, Pure Line... read more

At Fruit Logistica 2026, Fam Stumabo concentrated on engaging in discussions with fruit, vegetable, and potato processors regarding labor shortages, processing intricacies, and quality standards. Interactions with fresh-cut, foodservice, and prepared food companies highlighted an increasing need for. read more