With over 15 years of experience in manufacturing greenhouse equipment, Soteng Company has become a trusted partner for commercial growers worldwide. Based in China, the company provides customizable, affordable, and long-lasting solutions that meet the changing needs of the industry. read more

In the context of Controlled Environment Farms (CEF), the future of urban agriculture does not revolve around a single farm or flagship building. Instead, it centers on creating a distributed system where each facility plays a part in a dependable, localized food network. This system is guided by a centralized control layer and designed to. read more

New Brunswick's wild blueberry growers are experiencing a challenging start to their season. This comes after concerns were already raised by growers in the Atlantic Canadian province due to the drought conditions they faced this summer. Just as the harvest season was about to begin, New Brunswick... read more

Ecuador's yellow pitahaya is increasingly becoming popular in international markets, particularly in Asia and Europe. However, the sector is encountering challenges due to climatic conditions, high logistics expenses, and more stringent certification standards. Additionally, the recent trade agreement with... read more

North Carolina is currently experiencing a challenging season for cultivating chili peppers. "We have had prolonged periods of heavy rain and a week of intense heat," said Randy Bailey, owner and president of Bailey Farms. However, he mentioned that the supply levels are comparable to last year, and that last summer was also challenging. read more

On October 8th and 9th, the towns of Cota and Funza will host Exporuta, the first event of its kind organized by Colviveros to showcase Colombia's thriving nursery sector. Companies like Sáenz Fety, Darwin Perennials, and LYG Agroflowers will actively participate, unveiling the latest plant innovations. read more

Ostatni sezon był zaznaczony przez niezwykle wysokie ceny greckich kakis. Według Nikosa Minasa, plantatora i pakowacza kakisów ze Skydry, "Rojo Brillante był płatny dla plantatorów po 0,70 euro/kg, a Jiro po 0,40 euro/kg. Greckie kakis Jiro zostały wyeksportowane do Jordanii, podczas gdy Rojo Brillante był eksportowany do" read more

The season for the Corina pear, an early selection of the Conference variety, has already ended. This pear, which is sold by five distributors in Belgium and the Netherlands, signifies the beginning of the new season. "And I believe it has been a good indication of how the upcoming Conference season will unfold," says Louis De. read more

Contracting company KDR Venlo has gone bankrupt. Local media in Limburg report that creditors initiated the bankruptcy of the company, which had two employees. The company was engaged in greenhouse roof cleaning services, both in the Netherlands and internationally. KDR Venlo B.V. has been operating under this name. read more

The UK supermarket Waitrose announced that its CEO, James Bailey, will be stepping down from his position at the end of next month. No specific reason was provided for his sudden departure by Waitrose, but Bailey stated, "This feels like the right time to hand over the..." read more

Od 2024 r. branża żeglugowa jest zobowiązana do płacenia podatku od swoich emisji. "To sprawia, że emitowanie CO₂ staje się drogie, dlatego armatorzy aktywnie szukają sposobów na zmniejszenie emisji" - wyjaśnia Rolf Bakker z Value Maritime i Value Carbon w rozmowie z firmą Shell. read more

Apple prices in major producing countries across Europe are showing varying trends, as indicated by the most recent monthly data. Some markets are experiencing significant price increases, while others are more stable, with only slight fluctuations observed during the summer. read more

Ukraine is experiencing a long-awaited increase in the construction of vegetable storage facilities, with farmers actively investing in new capacities. According to Andrii Marushchak, the commercial director of Van Dijk Technics, this initiative is mainly driven by small and medium-sized producers. read more

The state of São Paulo is Brazil's largest lemon producer and continues to expand exports. According to the Institute of Agricultural Economics (IEA – Apta), part of the São Paulo Secretariat of Agriculture and Supply (SAA), more than 1.1 million tonnes were harvested in 2024. read more

With Pakistan's mango season underway, Mohsin Mubarak, Founder of grower and exporter Mustafa Mango Farms, notes positive trends in demand and quality: "We're seeing a growing interest in premium Pakistani mango varieties. Chaunsa, particularly the white-flesh Chaunsa, continues to be a favorite." read more

The Jeju Agricultural Research and Extension Services has implemented an artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D modeling system to enhance forecasting accuracy for the island's citrus harvests. This technology is particularly focused on predicting yields for Jeju's mandarin oranges, which are a significant agricultural export for South Korea. read more

The global mango market is currently experiencing contrasting trends, with oversupply and decreasing prices in some regions, while others are seeing consistent demand and increasing export opportunities. Factors such as weather conditions, trade policies, and changing consumer preferences are influencing production, pricing, and market dynamics. read more

Belarus will introduce export licensing for apples from September 1, 2025, for a period of six months, as announced by the government. The decision was signed by the Prime Minister and published by the state news agency BelTA. Apples' exports, regardless of their country of origin, will only be allowed with a valid license. read more

The heatwaves that occurred in Morocco this year had a notable effect on crops in the Loukkos region, especially raspberries, blueberries, and avocados, in different extents. Zouhir Daissoria, a farmer from Larache, gives an update on the situation. Daissoria mentioned: "We encountered two read more

A 3.48% increase in the import of fresh fruit and vegetables into Greece from January to July 2025 has been reported by the Association of Greek Enterprises for the Export and Distribution of Fruits, Vegetables and Juices, Incofruit Hellas, as stated by its Special Adviser, Mr. Giorgos... read more