The area dedicated to pepper cultivation is estimated at 12,700 hectares, which is at the same level as the previous year, but with a one-week delay. The dominant variety continues to be Type California, although Type Palermo is gaining ground. read more

While an average operation had 7.9 hectares of greenhouse space in 2024, this has increased to 8.6 hectares in 2025. read more

"Not too long ago, the media reported on the ongoing phenomenon of farmers dying out, but now Austria's financial guardians are planning a direct attack on farmers themselves. Not only consumer prices, but also the prices of operating materials and energy are constantly" read more

A cutting-edge diagnostic tool that is set to revolutionize Australia's banana industry is being developed through a new project that is co-funded by Hort Innovation, scientists, and growers. read more

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The EcorNaturaSì Impact Report confirms the retailer's commitment to the Planet specializing in organic products. As stated by CEO Fausto Iori in the presentation of the document, "we are committed not only to supporting, but also to identifying new read more

At Mr. Mirosław Garliński's blueberry plantation in Dolecko, a demonstration of mechanical blueberry harvesting using the latest Jagoda JPS combine harvester model took place. During the operation, the machine harvested Sierra variety berries known for their large size. read more

Discounter Aldi plans to open an average of one store per week between now and the end of the year, with new locations in Eastbourne, Chesterfield, and Shoreditch. read more

The price increase is particularly concerning for global chocolate manufacturers like the Italian company Ferrero, as it sources about 25% of Turkey's annual production and relies on hazelnuts as a key ingredient for chocolate products. read more

The Lincolnshire vegetable supplier AH Worth has introduced a new trial of red kale as part of its efforts to broaden its range of brassica vegetables. read more

Swiss plums are now being produced under the sustainability program "Sustainability Fruits" for the first time. This is a significant step towards an even more responsible and sustainable fruit production in the future. Consumers can therefore not only expect read more

FernMark is New Zealand's official trademark of origin, awarded by the government to products that meet strict standards of authenticity, quality, and governance. While individual avocado exporters have held licenses in the past, this new read more

According to its own statements, the University of Queensland's program aimed to strengthen the banana industry's ability to diagnose disease outbreaks. read more

Fischer Farms, the company responsible for one of the world's largest vertical farms, has announced that it has successfully passed its first BRC audit, achieving AA - the highest possible grade. read more

Dziewięć miesięcy po uzyskaniu dostępu do Stanów Zjednoczonych, Gwatemala nadal nie przeprowadziła żadnej wysyłki awokado Hass na rynek amerykański, zgodnie z raportem opublikowanym w Prensa Libre. read more

The prices of apples in Europe have reached record levels during the first half of 2025, as the market undergoes an unusual season due to low European production and increasing demand, as reported by the analysis from the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development. read more

Westfalia Fruit has won four awards at the first South African Food and Beverage Awards 2025 for their avocado oil products. Their Lemon Flavoured Avocado Oil and Lemon variant oil won Gold, while both the Garlic Flavoured and Plain Avocado Oils received Silver Certificates. read more

"Thanks to national and international supply capacity, Rocoto can not only meet domestic demand but also maintain a constant presence in international markets," said Chávez. read more

Spain's fruit and vegetable exports to the EU reached €7.697bn in the January-May period, accounting for 81 percent of the country's total fresh produce exports of €9.46bn. read more

Dole has announced the sale of its Fresh Vegetables Division to Holdco, the parent company of organicgirl, a portfolio company of Arable Capital Partners, for US$140 million. read more