The apricot campaign for the Di Pasquale company, under the Donnalia brand based in Delia, in the province of Caltanissetta, has started about a week ago. It began with a clear strategic focus on high-quality varieties to meet the demands of increasingly discerning consumers. read more

Globalization, digitalization, and an increasingly competitive market have forever altered agriculture and rural areas. These factors have also transformed the dynamics between agri-food companies in the sector, as well as the purchasing and consumption behaviors of fruit by consumers. Given this context, Bollo read more

In Spalding, UK, Worldwide Fruit has transformed its avocado ripening process with the Softripe system by JD Cooling, which utilizes Grundfos pumps at its core. The company had been struggling with issues such as inconsistent ripening and short shelf life. The implementation of the new system has significantly enhanced control and efficiency. read more

The 2025 International Blueberry Market Yearbook, prepared by iQonsulting, states that in the 2024/25 season, the southern hemisphere exported 436,431 tons of blueberries, which is 28% more than the previous season. Peru was the leading exporter of fresh blueberries, with 317,847 tons, marking a 42% increase from the previous season. read more

Ceny jabłek w głównych krajach europejskich producentów wykazały znaczne różnice w pierwszych miesiącach 2024/2025 roku, przy czym Niemcy zgłosiły największe wzrosty. W Niemczech ceny wzrosły stopniowo z 84 euro za 100 kg w lutym do 87 euro w marcu i osiągnęły 89 euro w kwietniu. These values are read more

On May 19th, storms accompanied by rain and hail destroyed many crops in the Tarn department, including the Lautrec pink garlic crop. Some producers will have no harvest this year. The French Minister of Agriculture visited the area last Wednesday to evaluate the damage and promised government assistance. read more

Efforts are currently being made to increase Nigerian participation in the global avocado market, which is expected to reach $17.56 billion this year. The market was valued at $16.24 billion last year and is projected to grow to $23.29 billion by 2029. Data from the World Avocado Organisation indicates a rising trend. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, confirms its presence at RIMINIWELLNESS this year, the most anticipated event in Italy for sports enthusiasts, wellness, and healthy eating. The event will take place from May 29th to June 1st. read more

Mycorrhizae, which have been around for even longer than dinosaurs, don't receive much attention. These fungi have been assisting plants in their survival since the early days of plant life on land about 450 million years ago. Despite their ancient importance, they are often overlooked in modern agriculture, particularly in the sanitized environment of... read more

Uprawianie moreli w Bułgarii napotyka na coraz większe wyzwania, ponieważ ocieplające się zimy skutkują mniejszą liczbą dni wystarczająco zimnych dla optymalnego rozwoju owoców. Nadezhda Shopova, asystentka w Instytucie Badań Klimatu, Atmosfery i Wody (IICAW) Bułgarskiej Akademii Nauk, omawiała te. read more

The processing plant of Sept (Société d'Exploitation des Produits de Terroir) is getting ready to export its first shipment of Senegalese cashew nuts after acquiring the necessary certificates and investing in new equipment. This information was provided by Abdoulay Ndiaye, the company's director. Ndiaye stated, "It's..." read more

The season for Polish strawberries not only has a unique taste, but also its distinctive hallmark - the traditional Polish strawberry basket made of wooden splints. This small but incredibly functional container with a capacity of 2 kg has become an integral part read more

According to forecasts, Almería is expected to produce 631,000 tons of watermelon and increase its export volume by 21.4% this season, solidifying its position as Spain's top watermelon exporter. In terms of economics, the current season is expected to surpass the 229 million euros achieved last year. read more

The Gros Group (Selex) operates in the Nielsen area 3 with multiple banners and a shared philosophy. Giancarlo Amitrano, the purchasing manager for fruits and vegetables at Cedigros, clarifies the choices that concern categories such as the IV range, which is now an important segment in the fruits and vegetables department. read more

Facing increasing market demands and variable weather conditions, raspberry growers are increasingly turning to modern cultivation technologies. During the "Tunnel Inspirations" event at Konrad Kozakiewicz's farm, the Ceres company presented their solutions. read more

This year, Uzbekistan started its large-scale export of sweet cherries in early May. According to EastFruit, there was a high demand in international markets, largely because of lower stone fruit production in Eastern Europe and Turkey caused by frosts in April. Uzbekistan, on the other hand, had a successful winter and was able to benefit from this situation. read more

At the same time, there is a lack of sufficient funds for marketing and communication, which makes it difficult to highlight the value of Swiss mushrooms compared to cheaper imported products. Nevertheless, developments in the field of sustainable nutrition, where mushrooms play an important role, are showing clear trends. read more

In the current study, plant pathologist Lindsey du Toit from Mount Vernon NWREC at WSU and former postdoctoral researcher Sanjaya Gyawali examined 68 varieties of wild spinach from the region where the plant originates - Uzbekistan and Tajikistan - and compared them with 16 cultivated varieties. read more

German bunched carrots are still a bit delicate, but beyond that they show themselves in their best form. Young, tender, crunchy, sweet, and the best part: Regional. Because bunched carrots are largely grown outside of supermarkets, for example at weekly markets or directly from the farm. read more

Juanita Esguerra Rezk, PhD in Peace and Development Studies, has researched the effects of the avocado boom on the people in the small town of Cajamarca in the Colombian Andes. Here, avocados are grown by small-scale farmers on their farms as well as by landless workers. read more