Under the slogan "What does summer taste like? Broccoli!", it seeks to raise awareness of the benefits of incorporating this vegetable into menus during the summer season, while highlighting its culinary versatility. read more

After a career spanning more than 19 years, nearly eight of which were as CEO, Steven Martina will bid farewell to The Greenery on August 31. In his pursuit of organizational impact and personal growth, he has accepted the role of Zespri International's Europe-North America Director. He began
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According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN), the global trade of blueberries was valued at $2.77 billion, along with an export volume of over 459,000 tons in 2021. Meanwhile, the total production of blueberries was estimated at around 1.79 million metric
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As the search for a new buyer for the Ashton and Langburg Fruit Factory continues, the livelihoods of 300 farmers, 4,550 factory workers, 2 000 permanent farm workers and countless seasonal workers hangs in the balance. The factory, owned by Tiger Brands, will remain open for another season, but
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According to EastFruitanalysts, Uzbekistan is likely to harvest a record apricot crop in 2023, which will contribute to higher exports and return of this country to the top positions in global ranking of leading exporters. Currently, apricot prices in Uzbekistan are at historically low levels
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In 'The future is sky' series, Rijk Zwaan visited its partner Nemeskert Kft. in Hungary to discuss their partnership and the cucumber variety, Bluewin RZ. In this video, Füsti-Molnár and Bús explain why they decided to grow Bluewin RZ and what makes this such a successful variety for their
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The European Commission will shortly present the impact study of the proposed regulation on the sustainable use of plant protection products, and this will be one of the issues to be analysed during the upcoming Spanish presidency, according to the Director General for Production and Markets

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As part of the Preferential Trade Agreement signed between Turkey and Uzbekistan, customs duties on imports of a number of goods from Uzbekistan were canceled, UzDaily.uz reports. The decision and order will come into force on July 1, 2023. read more

After a few days on the shelf, raspberries are likely to join millions of tonnes of produce that are wasted every year. This unnecessary loss of food can be reduced thanks to technology. Food tech driven by the purpose of combating food waste, revealed trial results showing that raspberries
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In a few days, European pear professionals will meet in Lleida (Catalonia, Spain) to take stock of the past season and prepare for the next one. In addition to a day of conferences, the organisers have scheduled a series of technical visits to present
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According to EastFruit analysts, the outbreak of a civil war in Russia with the capture by rebels and former prisoners of at least one large city and several important military facilities in the regions, led to a collapse in fruit prices in many countries of the region. read more

Maersk (Maersk) has ordered six medium-sized container ships, all equipped with dual-fuel engines that can run on green methanol. Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group will build the six 9,000 TEU vessels, which the company says will be delivered in 2026.
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On 27 June, the Ministers of Agriculture of the EU Member States will meet in Luxembourg for the last time under the Swedish Council Presidency. The agenda includes the progress report on the sustainable use of plant protection products (Sustainable Use Regulation,
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Morocco has a well-organized potato production structure but relies on imports of seed potatoes for it, as reported by EastFruit. Imports of seed potatoes had been growing in Morocco and reached their at least five-year high of 60,000 tonnes in the MY 2022/23! read more

Fruit and vegetable display is often the winning weapon to attract consumers, to involve them in a colourful feast, to send a clear message of freshness and quality. Then there are those who convey this experience on social networks to complete a communication that starts from the
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In week 24, the average wholesale prices of bananas from Latin America stood at €101/100 kgs in Spain. read more

In a few days' time, European pear professionals will be meeting in Lleida (Catalonia, Spain) to take stock of the past season and prepare for the next. Besides a day of conferences, the organisers have scheduled a series of technical visits to showcase the region's most modern orchards and
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Good practices do not go on holiday, at least this is the hope of the Last Minute Market's Zero Waste campaign, which, with the onset of summer - from Wednesday 21 June - has launched the call for entries for the 12th edition of the Living Zero Waste Award, the contest aimed at
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The vital role that women play in New Zealand’s $6 billion horticulture sector has received a significant boost as United Fresh gears up to lead the industry collective, Women in Horticulture (WiH). read more

Highline Mushrooms has launched its limited-edition White Grill Caps in time for 4th of July. Grilling caps offer an easy way to incorporate mushrooms into summer holiday cookouts. read more