Since 24 May, there has been a weight restriction for ships on one of the most important shipping routes, as well as a reduction in traffic from 29 May, because the water level of the Panama Canal has dropped due to the severe drought. In addition to lower cargo, higher
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On Wednesday, May 17, at the Vergani-Navarra Institute, Fri-El Green House presented Strabena, the De Ruiter midi cherry truss variety for which it holds exclusive cultivation and distribution rights on a national level. The variety is grown all year round under controlled conditions so
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The climatic events that hit Emilia-Romagna jeopardise the leadership position of the Italian seed sector, second in production at European level and among the top producers in the world. We hope that the government can implement all possible measures in favour of
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According to Dr. Manuel Michel, Executive Director of the National Mango Board, "we are very pleased to participate in this publication, which will address a very interesting topic such as the international dimension of Mexican mangoes, as well as the importance of the Mexican mango market in the international market.
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Fluent Cargo, an Australian technology company specializing in international shipment planning and research, announces the launch of its multi-modal routing engine and platform.   read more

More than half of the crops of the Cooperative Farmers' Cooperatives (Cab) in the province of Ravenna are submerged by the flood, a total of more than 6 thousand hectares, or 60 square kilometres. An extension of which it is difficult to give an idea: to make a comparison, it is almost
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Under the motto "The Changing Geopolitical Landscape and the Future for Potato Trade", the first Polish edition of the annual Europatat event on 6 June will focus on the impact of current geopolitics on international agricultural and food trade and on
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Kyrgyzstan obtained GSP+ status from the European Union in January 2016. However, according to National Statistics Committee, Kyrgyzstan's exports to Europe amounted to only $54.3 thousand out of the total external and mutual trade volume of $2.7 billion for January-March 2023. read more

Although it was set up only a few months ago, Leonetti Food already has clear objectives in mind, i.e. penetrating the wholesale markets and supplying big distribution chains in Italy and Europe. FreshPlaza has talked about it with Fabiana Leonetti (in the photo below), owner of the company from
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During the 2023 crop forecast webinar, Eric Hostalnou explained that the sector is “facing an unprecedented situation this year.” The current weather conditions, the drought in Spain and France as well as the recent floods in northern Italy, make it very difficult to estimate the losses that
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In April, Turkey exported 326,020 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables worth $235.7 million, according to the head of the Mediterranean Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Exporters Association, Ferhat Gürer. read more

Tychon Packaging announced their entrance into the produce packaging market with TychonVert. read more

Last week there were still 7 meters of water in the warehouse of Italy's Bagioni Technology, but yesterday much of it was gone. "We are almost ready to start the production again," says owner Aurenzo Bagioni, " in order to meet the orders of our Italian and foreign customers." read more

Terra i Xufa, a producer of quality organic food, and IMG, a marketer of agri-food at the European level, have signed an association agreement to join forces to promote the sale of organic products while expanding their network of customers, optimizing processes, and increasing the
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In 2022, lettuce accounted for nearly one-fifth of the $21.8 billion that US growers received in cash receipts from sales of vegetables and melons. Romaine lettuce sales totaled $1.54 billion, iceberg lettuce sales were $1.33 billion, with leaf lettuce sales trailing at $1.25 billion. read more

"The reduction in the use of plant protection products must be pursued with a sense of proportion and in consideration of the various interactions. Political targets should encourage, not discourage. The SUR proposal has failed to do this", Franz-Josef
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A Herefordshire asparagus farmer has helped fixed a problem for BBQ fans who love grilling the vegetable, but find the regular spears can be too delicate for cooking on a griddle.  read more

South African citrus sources have said the port of Maputo in Mozambique now provides attractive options for citrus exports from the northern parts of South Africa. read more

Frutura-branded Hass avocados will be available within months as the global sales and marketing network advances in its plan to become a significant player in the category. read more

Henry Pollard has been re-elected as the chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Markets Board. read more