It's been 12 years since a Dutch horticulture entrepreneur took the initiative and tasked two students with developing a horticulture concept for emerging economies. The goal? With those countries' populations increasing, to grow healthy, sufficient food locally. read more

Sudden changes in temperature and the presence of pests and diseases are two of the major crop problems affecting plant development and yield quality. Knowing how to combat these two adverse factors, or at least counteract and minimise them,
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The supply of potatoes is looking very different than this time last year. “The harvest yields were good and the acres were up significantly so the total sacks available are up quite a bit,” said Ryan Wahlen of Pleasant Valley Potato. “I do think we’re still seeing the effects of the
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'Tis the season for brassicas, vegetables that are cooked and enjoyed everywhere and that shine in their different facets and form the basis of culinary traditions throughout Europe. It is not just a matter of taste or gastronomic versatility but, above all, their values
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Avocado laborers from a Uruapan-based plant in Michoacán have lodged a labor rights complaint with the United States government against RV Fresh Foods. The National Central Confederation (Cocena), a labor group representing approximately 400 workers, has accused the company of violating
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"We have been working with the cooperative S'Atra Sardigna (Italian: the other Sardinia) for around 30 years. We are no longer just buyers, but we're now also involved with our own greenhouse. For several years, there have been fixed agreements regarding cultivation with the local producers,
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In Italy, the dried fruit market closed a very important 2023, with a turnover of 63,600 tonnes, up 4.9% on 2022, for more than EUR 813 million, up 8.5%. The figure refers to the Iper + Super + LSP channels (from 100 to 399m²)*; if these,
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Europe is witnessing an unprecedented wave of farmer protests. The past week has seen a surge in demonstrations across the continent, from France to Romania, with a significant escalation in Germany. These protests highlight deep discontent over agricultural policies and economic challenges. read more

The Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers-Exporters of the Region of Murcia (Proexport), and its associated companies, will be present from 7 to 9 February at the 'Fruit Logistica 2024' fair, which is being held in Berlin. It is an important annual meeting point, halfway through the year.
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The Dutch company, M.J. Pronk, warns sector colleagues about a scammer. read more

A tomato enriched with antioxidant molecules, useful for the diet of astronauts on long-duration missions and able to withstand the radiation of the space environment. It is produced by Eneanin the framework of the Hortspace and Bioxtreme projects financed by the Italian Space Agency,
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The bankruptcy process of the Cítrics de Nules cooperative is moving toward the liquidation phase. The citrus company is at this stage after having filed for bankruptcy last September due to significant financial challenges. However, there are investors interested in acquiring the cooperative's
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Tomato prices have escalated sharply in recent years and are projected to surge further. This is concurrent with inflation ticking up to 4%, contrary to predictions of a downtrend. According FreshPlaza, unlike other commodities where price hikes are decelerating, tomatoes are forecasted to get
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A recently introduced pear variety, with more than 50 hectares planted to date, including 35 in southern Italy, has shown excellent adaptability to different soil and climate conditions. Uzi Cairo of Cairo & Doutcher plant nursery, the exclusive distributor for Italy of Eden pear trees,
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The Staay Food Group is expanding its range with the 'High Color', an extra sweet pineapple variant. This pineapple, for connoisseurs, is harvested later, allowing it to ripen and color for longer. It tastes noticeably sweeter and is yellower in color. That deep yellow is why this fruit is
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In January, the wholesale markets appear 'flattened' somewhat throughout Italy. After the Christmas holidays, January is a month of transition, in which customers limit their purchases and are generally disoriented in their choice of products. Only citrus fruits seem
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The tomato chain will have a good memory of 2023; in fact, despite the adverse weather and agronomic conditions, the season went very well with steady sales and important quotations; read more

Tomatoes, apples, greenhouses, energy solutions, and approximately every 3 meters, some bottles of wine. This was the Sival 2024 in a couple of words. The trade show closed its doors last night. After 3 days of visits, conferences, competitions, and other events, it's now time for the
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Jakob Van Poucke recently joined Sealogis Freight Forwarding Belgium. After several years at Luik Natie, the experienced logistics specialist has taken on a new challenge at this logistics service provider, focusing on expanding the perishable/agro division. "I had some great years at Luik
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Lidl Italia, the leading supermarket chain in the large-scale retail trade with 730 shops in the country, opened a new store in Nettuno (RM) last week in Via Santa Barbara; read more