The Suzuki fruit fly has encountered a new natural adversary in the Netherlands. Scientists at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) have introduced Asian parasitic wasps for the first time as biological control agents to combat this invasive pest. "This represents a significant advancement towards a more sustainable ecosystem." read more

Produkcja jabłek w Estonii może się różnić w zależności od regionu i ogólnie będzie poniżej średniej ze względu na zimną wiosnę i deszczowy początek lata. W środkowej Estonii zbiorów będą znacznie mniejsze niż w ubiegłym roku, przy czym około połowa odmian jabłek nie wyda owoców. W Rebane... read more

The interannual inflation in Serbia is nearly two percentage points higher than what the National Bank of Serbia (NBS) had predicted, leading to a downward revision in the projected GDP growth. NBS Governor Jorgovanka Tabaković pointed out a 36% year-on-year rise in fruit prices in July as a major factor. read more

Blueberries continue to dominate the market share of imported berries in India, with origins from the USA, Chile, Peru, and Poland gaining popularity in fresh and frozen formats, according to Manish Kumar Sharma, an importer-exporter based in New Delhi at Best Fruit. He points out that the quality of berries this season has been high. read more

A company like Netafim knows exactly how to apply this year's HortiContact theme. According to Stefan Bakker, product manager at Netafim, ensuring that water and nutrients reach the plant as evenly as possible through a complex network of pipes is crucial. This may sound straightforward, but in practice, it is a significant challenge. read more

India's domestic plum supplies, which are available from April to August, are coming to an end, and importers are getting ready for the transition to international supply, according to Zain-ul Abdin, Managing Director of fresh produce importer Al Hassan. "Chinese plums have started arriving since July, and... read more

The Future of Veg event by Syngenta Vegetable Seeds in Salinas, California, showcased innovations highlighting new disease resistance, new varieties, and adaptability for cauliflower, romaine, and spinach growers. The event took place on August 12-13. "Our Salinas event introduced new solutions for lettuce, read more

The Institute for Market Agents of South Africa (IMASA) has been persistently fighting against the official indifference towards their fresh markets. Their legal dispute with the Tshwane municipality has now led to the municipal manager receiving a suspended jail sentence, which will be in effect for a year. read more

For eight years now, "Rübenretter" (in English: beetroot rescuer) Pascal Lukas has been dedicated to sourcing and marketing fruits and vegetables that do not meet the high standards of the retail sector. The concept of "Retterboxen" (in English: rescue boxes) is now ready for the market, and they are being... read more

Coop has decided not to implement a flat-rate refund of 3 percent for suppliers of vegetables, fruit, and berries. The retailer terminated the controversial agreement at the end of July, as announced by the Fair Trade Switzerland (FMS) association on Tuesday. Coop ultimately stated that it had had good reasons for this decision. read more

Botanicoir has expanded its production capabilities by upgrading its fully automated mechanical dryer at its manufacturing facility. This investment has more than doubled the company's daily drying capacity. This advancement is crucial as there is currently a high global demand for high-quality coir. read more

W przeciwieństwie do kampanii z dynią i arbuzem, sezon cebuli w hiszpańskiej regionie La Mancha układa się dobrze w tym roku, dzięki kombinacji różnych czynników. Ceny nadal rosną, jakość i wielkość odpowiadają temu, czego wymaga rynek. Natomiast "Murcja, Sewilla i read more

Until recently, access to exotic citrus fruits in Europe was much more unreliable. Products such as finger lime, yuzu, or calamansi were available, but rarely at the time and in the way that was needed. The seasons didn't match with consumption times, the logistics were slow, risks were high, and... read more

Since June, seven Intratuin garden centers in the Netherlands have been implementing a unique pilot project: rather than using chemical pesticides, they have been releasing beneficial insects directly onto the shop floor. These small allies are combating pests, providing a greener and more sustainable solution. read more

Po tym, jak tureccy eksporterzy owoców doświadczyli wielu trudności z powodu przymrozków w kwietniu, teraz z niecierpliwością oczekują na pozytywny sezon figowy - powiedział Akin Soyleyen, menadżer ds. marketingu tureckiego eksportera owoców Aksun: "Tegoroczny sezon czarnych fig rozpoczął się z wysokimi oczekiwaniami, szczególnie po" read more

The development of the blueberry industry in Peru and the opening of new markets are progressing alongside the introduction of new varieties to meet specific producer requirements. On August 12, a visit was held at Danper's Compositán farm in Virú, La Libertad, where five new University of read more

On many blueberry plantations in Poland, the presence of the spotted wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii) is increasingly observed. This invasive pest attacks healthy, ripening fruits, causing them to soften quickly and lose their commercial value. Blueberries affected by this pest read more

The exports of flowers and plants from Spain from January to May 2025 amounted to €404 million, equal to the value recorded in the same period in 2024. Plant international sales in the first five months of 2025 decreased by 1% compared to the previous year, totaling €329 million, and remaining the top selling category. read more

The Bloom Show Takeover with Tim Huckabee, founder of The Profitable Florist and now an official Bloom Show Correspondent, delivered a message for every retail florist: many of the challenges holding flower shops back are self-inflicted. With over 26 years of coaching experience, 6,000+ flower. read more

The Grand Magal of Touba is one of the largest pilgrimages in the world, drawing millions of followers from the Mouride community to the city of Touba in Senegal each year. On the 13th of August, six million pilgrims from Senegal and other places gathered for the 130th edition of this event. read more