"Now, the new onion season has just started. 'There are many fields with poor onion sets. That should offer some perspective, but in the end, demand will determine the state of the market,' says Leon van Meir of Van Meir Onions & Potatoes in Steenbergen. 'We're seeing reasonable demand at the." read more

The high temperatures and sunny weather have significantly accelerated the growth of soft fruit in the UK. Chris Rose from Asplin's Growers mentioned, "We began harvesting strawberries in small quantities in April, followed by larger volumes in May. The fruit is of great quality, and we have had no issues in selling it." read more

The sharp drop in temperatures recorded in week 28 is slightly mitigated by a modest recovery of the high pressure system in week 29, especially in the North. However, the values ​​still remain slightly lower compared to 2024. read more

As part of the "Blueberry Factory" project, an innovative mulching fabric has been tested for six seasons. It was first used in Poland on Dr. Paweł Krawiec's plantation in Karczmiska. The white-black Agrola agro fabric with a weight of 100... read more

A pilot project is currently taking place in Powys, Wales, on approximately 14.6 hectares of land near Newtown. The project is focused on assessing the viability of commercial fruit and vegetable cultivation. The goal of the initiative is to supply local markets, educational institutions, and potentially expand to other regions. read more

After the Asian stink bug, another Asian insect is threatening the fruit and vegetable crops of farms. Indeed, in a vineyard in the Treviso area, some specimens of Popillia Japonica, Japanese beetle, have been spotted. This beetle feeds on nearly 300 plant species. read more

The cherry harvesting season in the Jerte Valley, in the province of Cáceres, is reaching its final stages with an estimated production of 7 million kilos of certified cherries and 3 million picotas covered by the protected designation of origin (PDO). There have been no rains or other adverse conditions. read more

Jedna z technologii oczyszczania wody, pierwotnie opracowana do zastosowań medycznych, znajduje teraz zastosowanie w rolnictwie w Południowej Afryce, co ma istotne konsekwencje dla pionierskich upraw wertykalnych i hodowli hydroponicznej. SupaO², kompaktowa jednostka typu "podłącz i używaj" opracowana przez przedsiębiorcę Gilberta Bella i jego zespół, read more

Enza Zaden will organize its annual Discovery Field Days in September 2025, with events scheduled across multiple European locations including the Netherlands, France, and Germany. The gatherings are designed to bring together growers, industry professionals, and partners to explore current trends and innovations in the sector. read more

As the monsoon clouds roll over Hyderabad and raindrops kiss the city awake, a riot of colors quietly blooms in one of its busiest corners - Gudimalkapur Flower Market. Nestled near Mehdipatnam, this wholesale flower market is one of the largest and oldest in the city, and a hidden world for. read more

Meet top Polish growers, discover new suppliers, and check out the competition all in one place. Now is the best time to plan a visit, book flights, and get ready to grow your business at Green Is Life 2025. The 32nd edition will take place on September 4-6, 2025 at EXPO XXI, Warsaw. read more

It brings together territories and people, third sector entities, fruit and vegetable markets, and local producers. It is called "Logistica Solidale Emilia Romagna Mercati" and is the project that has taken root from Parma, involving also other protagonists of the Fruit and Vegetable Markets Business Network. read more

Wraz z końcem sezonu wiśni i pełnym rozkwitem sezonu moreli, potwierdzono kilka kluczowych trendów na rok 2025. „W COT International skupiamy się na odmianach samozapylających, które są przystosowane do zmian klimatycznych oraz stają się coraz bardziej smaczne, aby sprostać oczekiwaniom. read more

The small fruit campaign in South Tyrol is proceeding at full speed, although with some weather-related constraints. Markus Tscholl, coordinator of Asta Frutta Alto Adige, provides an update: "The drop in temperatures in recent weeks has significantly slowed down the...". read more

Ceny borówek w Ukrainie nadal dynamicznie spadają, zgodnie z analizą przeprowadzoną przez ekspertów z EastFruit. Uczestnicy rynku zauważają, że takie spadki cen są typowe dla tego okresu, ponieważ przypada on na aktywny sezon zbiorów i zwiększoną podaż. Kliknij, aby powiększyć. Na podstawie codziennego monitoringu rynku przez EastFruit, read more

In rejonie Uzgen w Kirgistanie rozpoczęto budowę nowego magazynu na owoce i warzywa. Centrum, usytuowane we wsi Bolszewik, ma na celu wspieranie lokalnych producentów poprzez zwiększenie pojemności przechowywania i ułatwienie eksportu ich produkcji. Będzie zarządzane przez... read more

W wyniku ustawy uchwalonej przez Zgromadzenie Ogólne Vermontu w 2024 roku (Akt 182 sesji 2024), stosowanie insektycydów neonikotynoidowych jest zakazane dla niektórych zastosowań od 1 lipca 2025 roku. Zabronione jest stosowanie ich w dowolny sposób, włącznie z wstrzykiwaniem do drzew, aplikacją na korę i podlewaniem gleby... read more

Not only tomato and bell pepper, Esasem, a completely Italian seed company, is also focusing on the watermelon segment, thanks to a multi-year research program that is bringing innovative varieties to the market. This is what Giovanni Denaro, director, tells us. read more

Following last week's announcement of a 30 percent tariff on South African products imported into the U.S., growers and shippers have expressed their disappointment but not surprise. "I hope that South Africa and the U.S. will reach a negotiated solution that will... read more

On July 13, a new fruit and vegetable processing facility was inaugurated in the city of Khujand, Tajikistan. The enterprise, operated by DoroArtFood LLC, is designed to handle up to 600 tons of raw produce per month, with an annual processing capacity of 7,200 tons. The facility consists of two. read more