The strong international demand for oranges and lemons for juice production has helped to increase the export forecast for South Africa for 2025. Favorable growing conditions and improved production efficiency have also contributed to the rise in this year's... read more

Thailand and China are set to open five more fruit trade checkpoints under the Third Country Fruit Transport Protocol starting from 1st September, as reported by The Nation. read more

As Hong Kong navigates a period of economic uncertainty, several pressing concerns are shaping the daily lives of its residents. Among the most significant are increasing food prices, a potential economic downturn or recession, and growing worries about physical health and rising healthcare costs. read more

The carrot harvest in North Rhine-Westphalia has had a very successful beginning this year. "We haven't had much rain recently, but we were able to irrigate our fields as needed. Additionally, the weather has been favorable, leading to consistently stable conditions." read more

The sales of locally grown potatoes in the Canary Islands are sluggish during the peak supply season, impacting the early and mid-season crops harvested between spring and summer. Farmers are noting that wholesale prices are frequently dropping below the average production costs, leading to a delay in releasing local stocks. read more

Plans to reinstate a ferry connection between Scotland and mainland Europe have advanced with a potential solution to border control requirements. Danish operator DFDS is preparing to launch a passenger and freight service between Rosyth, Fife, and Dunkirk, France, in spring 2026. read more

At the end of 2024, twenty greenhouse growers across the Netherlands started creating 250 m² biodiversity strips right next to their greenhouses. These experimental fields are part of the project "Biodiversity in and around the Greenhouse." Researchers are monitoring them for two consecutive summers. read more

"The mitochondrial genome (mitogenome) of plants exhibits remarkable structural complexity and evolutionary plasticity, yet remains poorly characterized in many ornamental species. Hydrangea chinensis Maxim. (H. chinensis), an indigenous plant distributed across China, serves as a vital genetic" read more

Galilee Export, a global fruit export company based in Israel, has announced the appointment of Mr. Eitan Zvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 1, 2025. Mr. Zvi, a respected co-founder of Galilee Export, has played a key role in developing the company's international presence since. read more

The Protected Designation of Origin Peras de Rincón de Soto has begun its harvesting season today with the Blanquilla variety. The Conference pear will be harvested starting on August 22. The season has kicked off in La Rioja Baja, Arrúbal, Agoncillo, Logroño, and Fuenmayor, and will progressively spread to other areas. read more

A British plant retailer has chosen the newest Air-Pot range to enhance sustainability and demonstrate how the new generation of horticulturists are collaborating with the environment. Roots Plants, located in Hampshire, is utilizing Air-Pot containers that are constructed from recycled plastic. read more

The seedless Cotton Candy grape variety, developed by Agricommerce Fresh and marketed under the Grain de Plaisir brand, is now permanently available on French supermarket shelves. This fruit, which meets consumer expectations, continues to be a great success. "Since its creation in 2021, Grain de Plaisir" read more

Egypt exported approximately 56,000 tons of fresh produce last week, as reported by the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC) and released by the National Food Safety Authority (NFSA). These shipments were part of a total of 210,000 tons of food and agricultural products. read more

Niezwykle silne fale oceaniczne - najgorsze od dziesięcioleci - wpłynęły na dostawy produktów spożywczych z portu Caldera w Kostaryce, chociaż ostatnio zaczęły się one rozjaśniać, głównie ustając. "Z wyjątkiem dni następujących po trzęsieniu ziemi na Dalekim Wschodzie Rosji, read more

Michigan State University's Institute of Agricultural Technology is offering an online course on Greenhouse Structures and Management this fall. The course will be held from August 25 to December 7, on Mondays from 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. The course will cover topics such as the importance of greenhouse structures and management. read more

UK: New Morrisons Daily arrives in Castleford in partnership with Avon Retail

Morrisons announced: "Morrisons has launched a new Morrisons Daily store in Castleford, West Yorkshire, in collaboration with Avon Retail to offer a convenient and budget-friendly shopping option to the community. Avon Retail is undertaking their largest venture yet." read more

According to the Federal Research Center, around 99% of seed potatoes in the Novosibirsk region are infected with viral diseases. This figure is significantly higher compared to neighboring regions like Kemerovo (Kuzbass) and Altai Krai, where infection rates are around 52-54%. read more

The first part of the material presents information regarding, among other things, the usefulness of forecasting harvests and packaging needs. Important areas requiring improvement in the operation and management of a berry farm also include planning. read more

The harvest of the new Belgian Qtee® pear crop is now finished. "The final batches were collected on Monday and Tuesday, just in time for the heatwave. This is beneficial for the fruit as well as for the workers, who would have otherwise been in the fields during the hot weather. read more

While on July 14th the decision was made to terminate the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement, this week Mexico implemented minimum export prices for fresh tomatoes. What does this signify for tomato importers into the U.S.? "It's been a wild ride," says Skip Hulett,… read more