The first commercial campaign for the new Dulcis kiwifruit is underway following successful trials last season. The exclusive all-Italian green variety, developed by New Plant in collaboration with the Universities of Udine and Bologna and grown and marketed by Alegra, Apofruit Italia and
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The diverse and fast-growing fresh produce supplier Nationwide Produce has been confirmed as the host of Fresh Produce Journal’s summer celebration, Festival of Fresh 2024. read more

The organic seedlings are propagated on selected, qualified organic farms in Northern Europe. The organic propagation area is centred in Germany and extends across the whole of Germany. The propagation farms not only work in accordance with the statutory
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Bioland President Jan Plagge comments: "Perhaps it is now dawning on one or two members of the German government that the planned abolition of important agricultural subsidies was not the best idea. But it was already clear last week that agriculture cannot be
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UK growers are working hard to ensure a smooth supply of traditional seasonal vegetables during the festive period in the face of unprecedented climatic challenges. read more

Italian agro-textile specialist Arrigoni has launched a hi-tech solution to help citrus growers improve yields in even the most challenging conditions. From today, its crop protection covers can be fitted with a network of sensors, allowing growers to digitise orchards in line with the
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A new German-made three-bed folding haulm topper is being introduced to the UK in time for 2024’s potato harvest. read more

The level of digitalisation in German agriculture is still low - despite the profession's great interest in this topic. At least that is what the results of a survey of 76 farmers conducted by students at the North Rhine-Westphalia-Lippe University of Applied Sciences and employees of the
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Among other things, the Lake Constance Fruit Growing Days will focus on a fair value chain, sustainability, business management aspects and agrivoltaics. Separate thematic blocks focus on organic production, the cultivation of pears and digitalisation in the fruit sector.
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Peruvian agri-exports failed to live up to expectations in 2023 due to the weather. An in-depth analysis by Fresh Fruit Peru shows that despite a favourable outlook at the start of the year, a combination of heavy rainfall at the beginning of the year and the high temperatures generated by El
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Snake cucumbers fetched 0.95 euros/kg to 0.80 euros/kg, cucumbers francés 0.70 euros/kg to 1.40 euros/kg and cucumbers corto negro 1.65 euros/kg to 1.30 euros/kg, courgettes fino 1.65 euros/kg to 1.40 euros/kg, courgettes gordo 1.50 euros/kg to 1.25 euros/kg, striped aubergines 1.30 euros/kg to 1 euro/kg
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He continued: "The Genussführer 2024 is a reliable guide to good regional cuisine that can be experienced at our restaurants in Baden-Württemberg."  read more

The government has officially kicked off its review into fairness in the fresh produce supply chain. read more

As we move into 2024, how do you see the banana market performing? read more

Horticulture businesses will have access to the Industrial Energy Transformation (IETF) Fund to help cut their energy bills. read more

Although the FAO does not differentiate between grapefruits and pomelos, it can be assumed that pomelos only make up a small proportion of the statistics. With a total of 297.46 million tonnes, global production of grapefruits and pomelos increased by 13% in 2021 compared to the previous year. One
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The lack of rainfall for several months together with limited pollination in spring, increasing pest pressure and high production costs are responsible for this decline. After the record crop of 2022/2023, Poland, the largest producer in the EU, is likely to reduce its output to under 4 million
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The EU and Kenya have signed an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) to boost bilateral trade in goods, increase investment flows and contribute to sustainable economic growth. The EPA provides a platform to support job creation on both sides, along with targeted cooperation to enhance Kenya's
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Kanzi® apples have achieved a milestone in the apple industry, with Nielsen total US apple data showing a +478 percent sales dollars increase and +613.2 percent growth in volume over the latest 13-week period ending December 2, 2023. This growth rate is four times higher than other branded
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According to EastFruit analysts, consumers in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan enjoy record low prices for popular citrus fruits as if this was some kind of a compensation for the record high prices for grapes due to abnormal frosts in January 2023. read more