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With the Voluntary QS Sustainability Inspection (FIN) module, QS has developed a standardised, practical approach for the entire fruit, vegetables and potatoes value chain.
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Antagonistic yeasts such as Metschnikowia pulcherrima are an attractive alternative to conventional plant protection products because they are usually easy to produce and are considered safe. M. pulcherrima inhibits other fungi and some bacteria very strongly and suppresses germs of greater importance
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German Fruit Award: Are you the YOUNGSTAR of the O+G department?
2024-02-20 09:00
The German Fruit Prize has been one of the most important industry awards for more than 27 years. This year, we want to do more to promote young talent: We are looking for the YOUNGSTAR for the first time.
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DFHV Juniors: Attractive programme presented for 2024
2024-02-20 09:00
More than 20 young managers from all areas of the fruit trade met to discuss current topics in the industry, according to the DFHV. This year's event was hosted by Gemüsering Stuttgart GmbH.
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Due to the expected cold weather, there won't be significant volumes of Spanish green asparagus until mid-March
2024-02-20 00:00
The warm weather in Andalusia so far this year has resulted in the green asparagus harvest in Granada being about a month ahead of schedule. Indeed, although volumes are still limited, the asparagus harvest has already been ongoing for a week. However, with the forecast of falling temperatures
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The sale of fresh table potatoes has seen a notable increase this season, reports Bart Nemegheer from De Aardappelhoeve. "After years of declining consumption, it seems consumers have rediscovered their appreciation for fresh potatoes."
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Fruit and vegetable price trends in Italy as at 19 February
2024-02-20 00:00
The strawberry campaign has started, with strawberries from Campania and Sicily, and the first quantities of Sabrosa from Basilicata. Underwhelming sales for oranges, the consumption of which was adversely affected by the high temperatures. There is low or static demand for several
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Extreme" situation in tomato due to unfair competition
2024-02-20 00:00
The HORTYFRUTA Interprofessional Organisation is aware that during these months of the campaign the climate has influenced production, as spring temperatures have been recorded in the middle of winter, but it also considers that the greatest handicapto
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"There is already significant interest in Egyptian onions"
2024-02-20 00:00
In the Netherlands, the open-field vegetable season at Freeland is proceeding somewhat quietly. "Dutch onion exports aren't particularly strong at the moment. Prices are good, but there's not an overwhelming demand yet. Also, the quality is what you'd expect two months from now. We do, however,
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SOS pero: research strikes (more than) a blow
2024-02-20 00:00
During the recent conference 'Innovative and sustainable methods for combating adversities in pear tree cultivation: brown spot, Asian fruit bug and abiotic stress', organised by Agrinet and moderated by founding member Camillo Gardini, there was a clear feeling that in the face of the
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Onions, the situation favours Egyptian exports
2024-02-20 00:00
Onion producers are faced with a changed international scenario, where product shortages have forced many countries to stop production for domestic markets only.
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"The latest upgrades have made our chain flail mowers unbeatable"
2024-02-20 00:00
After having achieved great commercial results in 2023, with the sale of about 150 flail mowers in Italy and in Europe, the company Pellerano is ready to start again and to face the new campaign of 2024.
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Romano (Aiab): 'The organic world must have a unified position'
2024-02-20 00:00
The president of the Italian Association for Organic Farming (AIAB), Giuseppe Romano, participated yesterday in the meeting convened by Undersecretary Luigi D'Eramo at the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry on the state of the art of the
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Moroccan grower introduces new mandarin variety 'SweetCott'
2024-02-20 00:00
Les Domaines, a prominent Moroccan producer, unveiled its latest mandarin variety, 'SweetCott,' at an event coinciding with the Fruit Logistica trade fair. The event, held on February 8th in Berlin, drew international attention from agribusiness stakeholders and the global press. Kenza Ouali,
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Whether it’s an apple, a cherry, a blueberry, or any other fruit, as soon as it has been harvested, the product is no longer getting water and nutrients and the process of senescence starts. During this process, the fruit consumes O2, and produces CO2. Not only does the quality deteriorate,
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Solid result Royal HZPC Group and announcement of CEO change
2024-02-20 00:00
Potato breeding company Royal HZPC Group expects to achieve a similar result for the financial year 2023 / 2024 (July - June) as the year 2022 / 2023. In addition, Gerard Backx, CEO of Royal HZPC Group, announced he is stepping down from the breeding company. Hans Huistra, COO of Meatable will
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Azerbaijan's potato exports witnessed a 9% decline in 2023, with shipments to Russia plummeting by 15%
2024-02-20 00:00
Azerbaijan's potato exports witnessed a 9% decline in 2023, according to data from the State Statistical Committee. The country exported 71,192 tons of potatoes amounting to $30,930,250, marking an 11.9% decrease compared to the previous year.
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In January 2024, Azerbaijan exported 49,606 tons of fruits and vegetables worth $54.611 million to foreign countries.
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Moldovan table grape exports see significant growth in 2023
2024-02-20 00:00
Last year, Moldova's table grape sector reported a notable increase in both the volume and value of its exports. Specifically, there was an 11% rise in the quantity of grapes exported and a 33% boost in their overall value. This growth allowed Moldovan grapes to penetrate markets in ten
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