Ukrainian farmers are experiencing a significant challenge this spring due to unusual weather conditions. According to a report by EastFruit, continuous nighttime frosts are expected to destroy almost half of the country's blueberry crop. Some agricultural businesses are preparing for losses of up to 90%. read more

W pierwszych dniach maja nagły spadek temperatur nocnych w regionie Dniepropietrowskim na Ukrainie spowodował znaczne szkody w sadach. Petro Liahovicz, właściciel farmy z wioski Władymirowka, zgłosił, że spadek rtęci do -1°C spowodował szkody mrozowe na jego drzewach morelowych i śliwkowych. read more

The only expected direction for ginger prices to move is upwards, as the supply from Peru is forecasted to decrease by approximately 20% in the second half of 2024. This decline is attributed to the adverse weather conditions that have led to bacterial rot in ginger farms. Antonio Méndez, Sourcing Manager LATAM from Only read more

Melinda's efforts in logistic innovation continue unabated. This time, the focus is on developing transport systems capable of ensuring product shelf life even during extended sea transit times resulting from issues at the Suez Canal. Francesco Pizzolli, the sales manager at Melinda, and Gabriele are spearheading this initiative. read more

Since the end of the pandemic, China's export volume of mushroom growing logs has been steadily increasing over the past two years, almost reaching pre-pandemic levels. However, in the recent month, various expenses have been continuously rising, posing significant challenges for. read more

In the marketing year (MY) 2023/24, unusually high temperatures at the beginning of winter and a slow accumulation of chilling hours led to a delay in the harvest of most deciduous fruits, which in turn caused a delay in export shipments. However, it is expected that production and export volumes will eventually catch up. read more

Yesterday, at the wholesale market in Bergamo, the first Mantuan melons made their debut. They were welcomed by a humid climate that was not exactly favorable for consumption, but this did not stop the sale of the 80 crates that arrived, thanks to the excellent organoleptic quality of the fruits. read more

Rocznik Eksportu Rolniczego USA z 2023 roku zawiera statystyczne podsumowanie eksportu rolniczego USA w ciągu roku 2023, skupiając się na głównych rynkach i głównych produktach. W 2023 roku wartość eksportu świeżych owoców i warzyw z USA na cały świat wyniosła 7,0 miliarda dolarów, co stanowi wzrost o 2 procent w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem. read more

"The weather conditions have always had a decisive influence on crop cultivation. In the specific case of new potato productions in the Siracusan area, the winter period has seen low precipitation and above-average temperatures, strongly affecting the preparation." read more

Coorected: Every year, the world experiences approximately USD 220 billion in annual global economic losses due to damages to plants and crops from invasive pest species. The International Day of Plant Health, with the theme "Plant health, safe trade, and digital technology," advocates for taking decisive action to ensure. read more

From the slopes of Mount Etna to the Benelux countries and back throughout Italy. This is the successful journey undertaken by the branded "Extra Red" oranges from Barbera, oranges that are four times redder than traditional ones. It's a story, or rather a journey. read more

The agricultural sector is getting ready for an unprecedented event in the heart of Vícar: PAPAYALAB, a technical session dedicated to exploring emerging opportunities in papaya cultivation. Organized by read more

At the vegetable company Compliment in Volkel, the Dutch season has started again. "On May 3rd, we were already harvesting iceberg lettuce, which was extremely early. The product was planted under favorable conditions, and due to the relatively high day and night temperatures, we were able to." read more

The Protected Designation of Origin "Cereza del Jerte", located in Cáceres, has begun certifying the first cherries of the Navalinda variety, the only cherry with a peduncle in the Jerte Valley. This marks the beginning of this season's marketing of top-quality cherries with a special back label... read more

Peeled pomegranates packed in trays will be the main processed product for the Italian company Masseria Fruttirossi, a first-time exhibitor at the Cibus International Food Exhibition (7-10 May 2024). Italy's largest pomegranate producer has invested in the fresh-cut segment, launching ready-to-eat products. read more

The supply of papayas is "a disaster," according to a South African retail buyer, "for the third season in a row. It was anticipated that the papaya crop would improve in March and April, but in my twenty years of experience, I have never seen papaya supplies this low." At the Johannesburg municipal wholesale market, papayas are equally scarce. read more

"The horticultural chain is constantly evolving, as legislation, regulations, and market forces impose stricter sustainability requirements on the cultivation practices and transparency of floriculture, vegetables, and fruit. This necessitates an adjusted approach." read more

The woolly apple aphid (Eriosoma lanigerum) is a formidable parasite of apple trees present all over the world; in recent years, it has been proving to be increasingly dangerous even in Italian apple orchards. Thanks to Michele Mariani and Alessandro Zago from the Navarra Foundation, we are discovering more. read more

Simplification of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), halt to Nutriscore labeling, staunch defense of the Mediterranean Diet for citizens' health, principle of reciprocity in imports, synthetic foods. These are some of the topics at the center of the important meeting at Palazzo Rospigliosi in Rome between the... read more

A sunny day, fresh pepper plants, and spectral-filtering solar modules. With these ingredients, the team at Voltiris gained several insights into the energy yield of their solar modules and how it affects the growing climate underneath. In collaboration with Horconex, the company is currently validating. read more