In a global scenario marked by climate change and plant diseases, Italian kiwi is facing crucial challenges. To respond with innovation and vision, QUALITY KIWI is born, a project promoted by Apofruit Italia, with the contribution of Ri.Nova, CREA, and partners. read more

The severe thunderstorms with hail that occurred over the past weekend have resulted in significant damage to horticultural businesses, especially in North Rhine-Westphalia. Preliminary estimates suggest that the total losses amount to a seven-figure sum. In the aftermath of the hail, broken glass can be seen among the tomatoes in the greenhouse. read more

The table grape season started with promising signs for the 'La Bella Assai' winery in Mazzarrone (CT), one of Sicily's emblematic production areas. Harvesting operations commenced on May 3rd, with high-quality yields and a favorable market response already in place. Antonio Bellassai, the company's owner, read more

Household consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables shows positive signs in the first quarter of 2025. The volumes purchased by families have increased by 2% compared to the first quarter of 2024, reaching approximately 1.29 million tons. Even more significant is the growth in the value generated by these purchases. read more

Late last year, the new apple variety GoodnessMe® was introduced at Interpoma 2024. The apple was presented for the first time in Bolzano, where a larger hall had to be booked at the last minute due to overwhelming interest. Wouters Fruit holds the exclusive European license for the GoodnessMe. read more

In just a few days, Amsterdam will become the horticultural technology capital with the hosting of Green Tech, scheduled to take place from June 10 to 12. Companies from around the world will showcase their products and latest innovations in intensive greenhouse agriculture at the event, demonstrating that this industry is flourishing. read more

Shoppers in the UK will now have more options when purchasing bananas, thanks to a new initiative by Tesco aimed at reducing household food waste. Bananas are one of the most commonly bought items at UK supermarkets, but they are also one of the most wasted due to their quick ripening. read more

The 2025 season was supposed to be a breakthrough for many Polish raspberry producers conducting modern cultivation in tunnels. Unfortunately, instead of success, many of them are struggling with a dramatic situation. Despite preparing the infrastructure and investing hundreds of thousands of złoty. read more

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Several premium berry varieties from Berryworld have been honored at the 2025 Superior Taste Awards, organized by the International Taste Institute in Brussels. The 2025 Award-Winning Berry Varieties. BerryWorld was pleased to see products from its entire berry range recognized by the jury. read more

The global banana market is experiencing a combination of stability, supply constraints, and changing demand in 2025. In Italy, prices are holding steady due to high household consumption rates, but a seasonal decrease is anticipated, with Ecuador continuing to be the main supplier. In the Netherlands, there is a shortage of supply. read more

Kalimullah Khan, często nazywany "Mango Man" Indii, wprowadził nowy gatunek mango w swoim sadzie w Malihabad, nazwany "Rajnath Aam" na cześć Ministra Obrony Rajnatha Singha. Znany ze swoich unikalnych metod szczepienia, Khan nadał nazwy odmianom mango na cześć znaczących postaci indyjskich. read more

The Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) has radically changed the tomato production scenario, imposing new choices and strategies on growers. To address this phytosanitary emergency, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is introducing a new range of rootstocks that include resistance. read more

In Turkana South, Kenya, a recent outbreak of locusts has disrupted greenhouse operations and pastoral facilities, affecting the agricultural supply chain. The locusts are widespread in areas such as Lochwa-ang'ikamatak, Kanaodon, and Lokapel, and are targeting acacia trees, fruit trees, and Prosopis juliflora. John Lungi, a read more

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Tozer and KWS Vegetables Netherlands B.V. have renewed their exclusive distribution contract in the UK for spinach, chard, French beans, and beetroot. The contract was initially established with Pop Vriend Seeds, which was acquired by KWS in 2019. This agreement confirms Tozer's position as the exclusive distributor of these products in the UK. read more

Digitize the productive management of kiwi through the development of a dedicated Decision Support System (DSS-Kiwi) for the cultivation. Quality Kiwi was born, a project promoted by Apofruit Italia, with the contribution of Ri.Nova, Crea, and scientific and technological partners. read more

The kenyan export industry is currently going through a period of transition. "We anticipate that our initial batch of fresh garlic will be delivered via air freight by the end of June. We used to offer this product a few years ago, but due to intense competition, especially from Egypt, we chose to stop. Nonetheless, it is an... read more

Cartarredo Se.Ma is an Apulian company with over 30 years of experience in producing packaging for the fruit, vegetable, and agri-food industries. Founded by brothers Nicola and Domenico Centrone, the company distinguishes itself through its commitment to environmental sustainability and the adoption read more

This week, growers and shippers of Mexican grapes are evaluating their crops after Sunday's rains, which had different effects in various regions of the country. "In Guaymas and La Costa, there was minimal rainfall. In Pesqueira, our farm received 4.4 mm of rain, and in Caborca, the amount varied depending on the location." read more