Akorn Technology, Inc. has been granted a National Science Foundation (NSF) Phase IIB Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award to further develop plant-based edible coatings for fresh produce. This innovative solution will facilitate the initial commercial use of essential oils in post-harvest applications... read more

The Naivasha Horticultural Fair is one of Kenya's largest outdoor agricultural events, and over the years it has become a crucial gathering point for the floriculture sector. The fair attracts growers, breeders, suppliers, and stakeholders from the region and beyond. read more

Fall Creek® Farm & Nursery, Inc. has announced the appointment of Marc de Beer, Ph.D., as chief executive officer, effective October 13, 2025. De Beer brings two decades of leadership experience in animal nutrition and genetics to the company. Most recently, he served as president of Aviagen North. read more

Według wyników badania Nutrimétrie przeprowadzonego dla UNILET (francuskiej organizacji branży puszkowanej i mrożonych warzyw), 9 na 10 Francuzów nadal nie spożywa wystarczająco warzyw. W związku z tą sytuacją, przetworzone warzywa - "łatwe w przygotowaniu, dostępne przez cały rok i odpowiednie dla" read more

The competition in the date market is increasing, with harvests in North Africa taking place between September and April, depending on the region. The primary focus is on the Moroccan market, which is the world's second-largest importer of dates after India. Mohamed Shalash, an Egyptian exporter, stated, "The Moroccan market is highly competitive due to the high demand for dates." read more

The advance in April to avoid overlapping with other fairs (should remain so until at least 2029); a new layout, with the division into three main areas (Pre-Harvest; Post-Harvest; Healthy Food Area); two additional pavilions; avocado and mango as symbolic products, focus. read more

Ostatnie "Porozumienie Ramowe" osiągnięte między USA i UE obejmuje orzechy drzewne jako jeden z amerykańskich produktów, na których UE zamierza zlikwidować cła. Jednak według greckiego handlowca orzechami, to wydarzenie nie zwiększy ich świeżego udziału w rynku. Pan Christos Balestravos, właściciel read more

Indie is a leading producer of oranges, however, imports continue to play a crucial role in meeting off-season and premium demand, according to Suresh Ramakrishnan, CEO of Swaanush Fruit Oasis Pvt. Ltd., a fresh produce importer based in Tamil Nadu. "Import volumes from Egypt and South Africa remained stable," he said. read more

Bridgett James jest asystentem menedżera nasion w spółdzielni nasion ziemniaków w Ashburton, która przechowuje, kroi i klasyfikuje nasiona ziemniaków dla producentów dostarczających ziemniaki dla McDonald's dostarczających restauracje McDonald's. James powiedziała, że sezon zaczyna się pod koniec lutego lub na początku marca, gdy nasiona ziemniaków przybywają od producentów. "To read more

Ciężkie wiosenne deszcze i późne sadzenie spowodowały, że południowestońscy plantatorzy ziemniaków zmierają się z plonami o około połowę mniejszymi niż zwykle. Plony różnią się w zależności od plantatora, ale są niższe niż oczekiwano, jak twierdzi Rasmus Kolberg, członek zarządu spółdzielni ziemniaczanej Eestimaa Kartul. "Nasi ludzie jeszcze właściwie nie zaczęli... read more

Seeka Limited has successfully introduced a new red nashi pear under the brand name Ruby Roo™. The variety was initially launched at Australia's Hort Connections Conference in Brisbane in June. Recently, Seeka also showcased the new variety at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, receiving positive feedback. read more

"Between February and June 2025, the quantity of PGI new carrots from Ispica increased from approximately 4,000 tonnes in 2024 to 4,500 tonnes in 2025, representing a 14% increase," reports Massimo Pavan, president of the Ispica Protection Consortium. "The quality was average, with good crispness and flavor." read more

Po uszkodzeniach spowodowanych przez Thrips parvispinus na plantacjach papryki w hiszpańskiej prowincji Almeria w zeszłym sezonie, plantatorzy odkrywają, że nie ma naprawdę skutecznych zabiegów fitosanitarnych przeciwko temu szkodnikowi, a upał tylko pogarsza sprawę. "Pomimo problemu z thripsami w zeszłym roku, my read more

Amir Karimi of fresh produce exporter Faina Universal Co. has stated that banana exports from India are showing signs of recovery as the export window approaches. He mentioned that although exports are not yet at peak levels, they are steady, with shipments still being sent to the Middle East, including regular deliveries to Jordan. read more

Strategically and sustainably planning the 2026 production campaign was the purpose of the recent visit by some members of the Selenella-Patata Italiana di Qualità Consortium from Sicily. read more

The Member States of Mercosur (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay) and the States of EFTA (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland) signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on September 16, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The agreement was signed by Argentina on behalf of Mercosur. read more

Coveris and TIPA® Compostable Packaging have signed an exclusive agreement to produce and sell compostable labels for fresh produce in the United Kingdom. This partnership is in response to growing market demand and regulatory standards related to the compostability of produce. read more

Maiora, a company operating in the Central-Southern regions through GDO and Cash & Carry channels under Despare Altasfera brands, has obtained the Italian Gender Equality certification according to the UNI/PdR 125:2022 standard, issued by the accredited body Si Cert Italy, as a testament to a model. read more

Viking Roses will be participating in Hortifair Naivasha on 19-20 September (booth located on road A1). Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the company's latest sprays and standards, as well as the new Selection Manager, Irene Njihia, who will be officially introduced on the Viking longboat during the event. Irene Njihia is taking over the position. read more

On Tuesday, September 16, the President of Assomela, Magnani, and the Vice President, Kössler, together with the Director, Missanelli, met with the Agriculture Committee of the European Parliament during a visit by European parliamentarians to Italy. The meeting took place in Parma. read more