The New Jersey blueberry harvest is beginning. Tim Haines of Haines Berry Farm in Pemberton Township, New Jersey, says, "We're just getting started now but some of the areas south of here have been going for a week." This marks a slightly earlier start to the season by a week. read more

Ważnym krokiem dla sektora eksportu świeżych owoców Indii było ułatwienie przez Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), działającego pod patronatem Ministerstwa Handlu i Przemysłu, udanego eksportu pierwszej partii ananasów odmiany MD 2 do Zjednoczonych Emiratów Arabskich. read more

As gardeners across the country incorporate Black Diamond® Crape Myrtles into their landscapes or Hollywood Hibiscus® into containers this summer, the company behind these brands is quietly supporting community organizations in its local area, boosting their bottom line. J. Berry Nursery founder Jim Berry believes that read more

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"It is expected that Turkey will produce approximately 6.5 million metric tons (MMT) of citrus in MY 2023/24, 39 percent more than the previous season. However, yield increases have brought concurrent marketing and consumption issues. Due to the low profitability many farmers face, citrus fruits..."

Oczekuje się, że Turcja wyprodukuje około 6,5 miliona metrycznych ton cytrusów w sezonie MY 2023/24, co stanowi wzrost o 39 procent w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem. Jednak wzrost plonów przyniósł równoczesne problemy z marketingiem i konsumpcją. Ze względu na niską rentowność, z którą boryka się wielu rolników, owoce cytrusowe... read more

In Portugal, a new decree on simplified food labeling has come into effect, replacing the previous text which was deemed flawed in the way it evaluated the nutritional profiles of products. This concerns the Nutriscore tables, which use a labeling system. read more

An online florist has introduced a heartwarming Father's Day bouquet created by children. On Sunday, June 16th, numerous dads, grandfathers, uncles, step-dads, and other fatherly figures will wake up to a day dedicated to celebrating and honoring them. They may be treated to a freshly cooked full English breakfast. read more

After at least three years of production difficulties, the Consortium for the Protection and Valorisation of Romagna PGI Peaches and Nectarines will officially launch the commercial campaign on June 27, 2024, with a launch event at the Maritime Museum in Cesenatico at 10am. The 2024 campaign is set to begin. read more

The availability of papayas is somewhat limited, but not scarce. There is not an excess of fruit due to cool weather in Mexico two to three months ago, which led to many papayas having marks or spots. As a result, a significant amount of fruit is being discarded as it does not meet export quality standards. read more

Traditionally, melon sales are often influenced by the thermometer, making this year particularly tough. "Sales and prices are determined by the weather, and due to the cold, wet, and windy spring we've had, the melon market is quite disappointing. With temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 degrees, it's simply not possible to achieve... read more

Belgian pear growers are currently facing major challenges in the fruit growing season. They have had to deal with frost and severe hailstorms earlier in the season, and are now grappling with a significant problem of the bacterial disease pseudomonas, as reported by FreshPlaza. Belgian TVL has already covered this issue. read more

One ton of peaches and nectarines, good for consumption but destined for disposal, saved in one month. This is the result achieved by Op Agritalia, a table grape producer organization based in Barletta, which reinforces its commitment to fighting food waste by entering the marketplace. read more

Named Group - the Italian hub of natural health - acquires LIFe Italian Fermented Laboratory - the Italian company pioneering in the production of organically fermented vegetables - confirming itself as a solid tradition ready to embrace health trends. read more

"In conclusion, this project has exceeded our expectations from the initial planning phase to the final production results, including surpassing our return-on-investment goals in the first year. All of our objectives related to capacity, efficiency, quality, and cost reductions were achieved." read more

The conference day of Interpera on June 27 will feature international experts in agriculture. In the morning, the first panel will bring together representatives from the main European countries. read more

There's no point beating around the bush, pear growers continue to uproot - in the last year, a further 10% of land has been lost nationally - but the sector, since the establishment of UNAPera just three years ago, has made enormous strides at all levels: read more

Sunny Cal Farms is introducing its organic and conventional grape season featuring a selection of specialty grapes chosen for their unique gourmet characteristics. The company cultivates and delivers Thomcord, Victoria Muscatta, Kyoho, and Niabell varieties. Thomcord and Victoria Muscatta are seedless, while Kyoho... read more

The International Pear Congress will take place on June 26 and 27, 2024 in Óbidos, Portugal. There are only two weeks left before the event begins. Registration will close on Monday, the 17th, and the organizers are finalizing every detail to welcome the participants and ensure. read more

The event will take place at the farm of farmer Germán Ruiz Fernández, in La Mojonera, offering farmers and technicians the opportunity to learn in detail about this outstanding variety. The event, which will run from 11am to 2pm, will be led by Hiedra Muñoz, a commercial technician. read more

W 23rd week, the average wholesale prices of bananas from Latin America were €112/100 kgs in the Netherlands, €96/100 kgs in Belgium, €114/100 kgs in Spain, and €117/100 kgs in France. The average wholesale prices of bananas produced within Europe were... read more

The chicory market is experiencing an unusual year of extremes. "What's happening right now is really bizarre; I've never seen anything like it. But despite the high prices, it's certainly not enjoyable. We can supply our regular customers, but only with great difficulty," says Dennis Blankendaal of Frysk. read more