The management of kiwifruit cultivation requires increasing precision to ensure high-quality fruits that meet the demands of increasingly demanding markets. In this perspective, Fometha conducted a field trial to evaluate the effectiveness of Kappabrix®, a foliar fertilizer studied. read more

The quarterly report from the Cashew Nut Association of Cambodia (CAC) shows a 15% increase in export volume over a five-month period. This increase is linked to higher costs for farmers, mainly due to the use of pest control measures. The report was released in conjunction with a May report, where the CAC also discussed the impact of climate change. read more

Obecne dostawy australijskich awokado pochodzą głównie z regionów uprawnych w Australii Zachodniej i Tristate, z mniejszymi ilościami z południowo-wschodniego Queenslandu i Nowej Południowej Walii. Wygląda na to, że w tym roku będzie mocne zaopatrzenie, a odmiana Hass jest obecnie najbardziej dominującą dostępną odmianą. W... read more

A piękny słoneczny dzień, nowa lokalizacja wydarzenia i świetna frekwencja - to były kluczowe składniki Dé Appeldag 2025 w skrócie. Ponad 2000 odwiedzających i ponad 125 wystawców zebrało się w czwartek w Van Haaften Fruit w Wadenoijen na to ważne spotkanie branży owocowej. read more

The floral world is getting ready for the World Cup Floral Art, which will take place from August 28 to 31, 2025, at the World Forum in The Hague, the Netherlands. This event is a major attraction for top florists from all over the world, showcasing craftsmanship, creativity, and flair in a competition that pushes the boundaries of floral design. read more

TNO is collaborating with the greenhouse construction sector on innovative solutions to further professionalize and optimize building processes. This is particularly relevant following a recent incident in which a Dutch greenhouse collapsed due to human error. One such innovation is the rollout. read more

This is the week when growers and shippers are awaiting news about President Donald Trump's global tariffs on products imported into the U.S. The Trump administration has stated that it sent letters to some trading partners on Monday regarding potential tariff increases. In the meantime, the current tariffs are still in place. read more

As of June 2025, EU orange imports for the 2024-2025 season totaled 549 tons, which is below the 636 tons recorded in 2023-2024. South Africa supplied 9,973 tons, Egypt 37,785 tons, and Morocco 3,127 tons. Other suppliers included Turkey (9 tons), Argentina (96 tons), and Zimbabwe (9,850 tons). read more

Woland is a new automated ventilation system for fruit and vegetable orders developed by AF Robotics, the industrial automation division of the AF Ferrari Group. Woland has been designed to meet the needs of distribution centers. The core of the solution is a read more

Średnie ceny na rynku dla kilku miękkich owoców znacząco spadły w porównaniu z poprzednim tygodniem. Jeżyny odnotowały największy tygodniowy spadek, spadając z £9,70/kg do £6,73/kg, co stanowi zmniejszenie o £2,97 lub 31%. Jest to największy spadek procentowy wśród obserwowanych. read more

Wanding Port, located on the China-Myanmar border in Yunnan, is currently experiencing a significant increase in imports of mangoes from Myanmar. Trucks carrying Sandelong mangoes are arriving daily, passing through the customs supervision area before continuing to major Chinese cities such as Kunming, Chengdu, and. read more

Cameroon's banana exports decreased by 2% in May 2025 compared to the previous year, according to the Cameroon Banana Association (Assobacam). The reduction amounted to 321 tons, with a total of 15,222 tons exported, down from 15,543 tons in May 2024. The Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) and Compagnie des Bananes de read more

Very good quality and consistent demand characterize the melon campaign, which is progressing smoothly: a slowdown this week for watermelon, due to bad weather. With Portici and Faralia, different varieties of apricots are coming to the market. The commercialization of peaches and nectarines continues. read more

In Wouwse Plantage, white buckets have been placed in recently planted onion and leek fields. These containers are still visible in mid-June but will become less noticeable once the crop canopy closes. Field signs will be added later in the season to indicate the presence of biological control. read more

The Val Venosta is known worldwide as the land of apples, thanks to a rooted production tradition and ideal pedoclimatic conditions. But the apple is not the only fruit that grows abundantly in these valleys. In fact, there is another corner of horticultural excellence, less known. read more

During a visit to the 'Enrosadira' variety headquarters, planted in June of the previous year and managed as part of the "Raspberry Factory 2025" project, Agrosimex company representative Wojciech Niemiec presented current recommendations regarding protection and stimulation. read more

At the Edition Spéciale, an international event for sustainable packaging, Italy's Krill Design introduced ReKrill, a biopolymer derived from orange peels. This next-generation solution, showcased in a complete jar and lid prototype, was selected for the LUXE PACK Green Award. It reflects the growing trend towards sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. read more

LIDL GB's initiative aims to revive a familiar practice from British football: The half-time orange slice. This campaign taps into national nostalgia, especially among those over the age of 55. Research shows that 64% of this demographic recall the orange slice tradition, whereas only 29% of those aged 18-24 do. read more

In Marneuli, a municipality situated halfway between Georgia's capital, Tbilisi, and the Armenian border just 20 kilometers to the south, there is a vineyard with Muscat Hamburg, Italia, and Sugraone grape varieties. The vines were planted five years ago and are now gradually reaching full maturity. read more

This year, Carlini Avocado made history by sending Brazil's first shipment of Hass avocados to Chile, marking a significant milestone for the Brazilian avocado industry. "We had been working towards entering the Chilean market for years, given its high consumption of Hass avocados and its close proximity. Approval from the SAG finally allowed us to achieve this goal." read more