The first ASEAN Avocado Seminar will be held from July 18 to 20 at Robinson Lifestore in the Tak region of Thailand, specifically in the Mae Sot district. The Italian company Amenduni Nicola Spa will participate in the event as well. The company specializes in manufacturing machinery for extracting avocado oil. read more

The UK Fruit and Vegetable Association (UKFVA) has been created to advocate for UK growers in obtaining funding for the horticultural sector. It works to ensure government support for strengthening domestic food production and protecting UK food security. The organization aims to urge the government to... read more

All-America Selections (AAS) has announced three new AAS Winners, the first for the 2026 gardening season. All AAS Winners are trialed throughout North America by professional, independent, volunteer judges who grow new, never-before-sold entries next to comparisons that are considered. read more

In reference to the Decree of the Ministry of Health dated June 27, 2025 authorizing the exceptional use of Lambda-cyhalothrin on Persimmons against the fruit fly (C. capitata) and on Kiwifruit against the brown marmorated stink bug (H. halys), pursuant to Article 53 of Regulation (EC) No. 1107/2009, valid for Kiwifruit. read more

"Peace of mind, clarity, and fewer mistakes. It brings all of that," begins Nannette Lammerts of Berries Direct in the Netherlands, referring enthusiastically to the Freshino ERP system. These days, anyone selling fresh produce must do more than just buy and sell: they need insight, efficiency. read more

During the night from Friday to Saturday, a major fire broke out at the Horafrost frozen vegetable company in Staden, Belgium, as reported by KW's Bert Feys. Due to the thick smoke, all residents of Westrozebeke were evacuated, including those in the nearby residential care center. The fire brigade... read more

Importing mandarins has been a challenge this year for Al Hassan Group, a fresh produce importer located in New Delhi, India. Zain-ul Abdin, the Managing Director, explains that the Indian market has been flooded with high volumes of mandarins from South Africa. "We are currently facing an oversupply of South African mandarins in our market." read more

Uzbekistan's export policy has shifted towards various markets, marking a new phase in its economic outlook. According to the Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR), between 2019 and 2024, the country exported fruits and vegetables to 73 countries. This represents an increase of five countries from the 2019 figure. read more

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Last week, Metazet Poland celebrated its 30th anniversary. It was a special moment for a branch that has been a significant player in the Polish and international horticultural sector since 1995. The journey began with Piotr Budny, who, after gaining experience at Metazet Netherlands, returned to Poland and started the endeavor. read more

Wafex USA has announced two significant leadership updates. Effective July 7, 2025, industry veteran Steve Dionne has rejoined Wafex USA as Managing Partner, while Ben Dobbe joins the team as Business Development Director. Dionne, a two-time winner of SAF's Floral Marketer of the Year award. read more

SPAR Denmark continues to expand its store network. The company recently opened a new SPAR Supermarket on Rømø, an island in the south of the country. This 700m² supermarket offers freshly baked bread, fresh Danish fruits and vegetables, and classic summer favorites, catering to both residents and tourists. read more

The currant harvest has entered a decisive phase - a significant portion of the fruits have already been collected, while further harvesting remains uncertain due to the weather - many growers complain that rain showers are complicating the harvesting process, alternating with

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New data indicates that the consumption of fruits and vegetables in the UK is decreasing to even lower levels, with less than one in ten 11-18 year-olds consuming their recommended five portions a day. The low intake of fiber is particularly alarming, as only 4% of adults are meeting the recommended intake. The recently published National Diet and Nutrition Survey highlights these worrying trends. read more

An increasing number of florists are now calculating their environmental footprint using FlorIT, the Florist Impact Tool. This tool was specially developed by Greenhouse Sustainability in collaboration with the Dutch florist trade association VBW. "Awareness around sustainability is growing, and read more

The Dutch garden plant company Yarinde has launched a new online tool that enables gardening enthusiasts in the Netherlands and Belgium to receive a personalized planting plan for free and in just minutes. By inputting their specific preferences and garden conditions, users can generate a customized plan. read more

Even in the 2025 campaign, HM.Clause confirms its leading role in the yellow melon segment, thanks to a strong varietal proposal built around tradition, innovation, and genetic evolution. Among the highlights is Atos F1, a variety that has stood out for. read more

Fruit markets in Chennai, India, are currently experiencing a well-stocked influx of both imported and domestically grown fruits, signaling the commencement of the new season. Supermarkets and wholesale vendors at Koyambedu are offering a selection of imported varieties, including pears from. read more

Farmers from ten associations in Vojvodina and central Serbia are requesting a one-time aid of 300 euros per hectare for spring crops and fruit plantations registered in the e-agrarian system. If denied, they plan to protest in August. During a meeting in Stajicevo, Banat, the Vice President of read more

Niezwykle obfite opady deszczu w czerwcu wpłynęły na plony zieleni w niektórych regionach uprawy fasoli w Meksyku. „Nasza fasola jest uprawiana w dwóch kluczowych regionach uprawowych, w Guanajuato w środkowym Meksyku oraz w Baja California na północnym zachodzie” - mówi Francisco Sanchez, dyrektor generalny ASL Produce. Ta dwuregionalna read more