Zespri International is funding research to understand the lifecycle of the brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) on organic and conventional kiwifruit in China, part of its native range. Now, Chinese scientists are making progress which could help prevent the brown marmorated stink bug
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The benefits of brackish soil for crops are well known by now but never before have tomato plants been seen on the seafront. It happens in Bari where - as reported by Corriere del Mezzogiorno - the fruits grow among the accumulations of posidonia (an aquatic plant, ed.). read more

"Vegetable production in Ukraine in 2023 will not return to pre-war 2021 production volumes, and the overall market decline is estimated at 25-30%, although this percentage differs for different crops"- Ivo Kyumyurdjiev, director of Rijk Zwaan Ukraine. read more

They not only feed entire communities but also help save lives. The role, too often mistreated, of agricultural producers is back in the limelight in these days of climate disaster in Emilia-Romagna. read more

Eating foods like apples and blackberries may help lower your chances of developing frailty. Frailty is generally characterised by issues like reduced muscle strength and fatigue. Now, new research suggests plant-based foods that contain dietary compounds called flavonols could potentially be
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Dole Food Company Hawaii, part of Dole plc, has launched a hands-on, behind-the-scenes agricultural tour of the original Dole pineapple farm on Oahu in Hawaii. For visitors and locals wanting an authentic, small-group, locally guided tour, it’s the only experience of its kind on Oahu. read more

The potential of artificial intelligence (AI) is an important key to reducing food waste. That's why a total of 31 partners from industry, trade, research as well as associations and NGOs have joined forces in the
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For more than half of the Dutch, meeting their daily O+G needs is a challenge. Every week Albert Heijn offers O+G (out of season), fresh packs with many seasonal varieties and of course the price favourites. Now the supermarket chain is going even
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The cedar from Santa Maria del Cedro has finally entered the European Register of Protected Designations of Origin and Protected Geographical Indications (see Official Journal of the European Union, 17/05/2023). read more

UK: Asda extends popular £1 kids café meal deal this May half term read more

The cultivated mushroom sector is looking back on an eventful year due to inflation and cost increases since the start of the Ukraine war. "The harvest volume of organic mushrooms from our exclusive supplier Bio Pilzhof Leipzigerland has been stable and is still around 14 tons a week, but the
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Cooperativas Agro-alimentarias Castilla-La Mancha and Globalcaja have re-signed their collaboration agreement with the aim of continuing to strengthen ties between the two organisations and to carry out training and promotional activities, with a focus on internationalisation, among other initiatives. read more

"The Ministry of Agriculture has earmarked EUR 100 million for compensation for agricultural companies and a further EUR 75 million from the innovation fund for the purchase of machinery for damaged companies.   read more

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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