On Friday, April 18, a hailstorm and cloud burst hit the municipality of Tarnogród in the Lublin Voivodeship, causing significant damage to crops in this local government area. The assessment of the losses is still ongoing, but it appears that the currant plantations were the most affected. read more

Dzięki ciągłym badaniom, w ostatnich latach dokonano ogromnych postępów w naukowym zrozumieniu mikrobiomu strefy korzeniowej - innymi słowy, życia mikrobowego na i wokół korzeni roślin. Ale jak rozwija się mikrobiom strefy korzeniowej w wełnie mineralnej, i co to naprawdę oznacza?

Thanks to ongoing research, in recent years there have been huge advances in the scientific understanding of the root zone microbiome – in other words, the microbial life on and around the roots of a plant. But how does the root zone microbiome develop in stone wool, and what is really going on? read more

In the Landes region of France, a new crop may be emerging. Fermes Larrère is looking to adjust its crops to climate change. Over the past few years, producers at Fermes Larrère have been testing out new crops like ginger and sweet potatoes. The most recent addition is a variety of citrus fruits. read more

Eksport przez Port Pecém dominuje w przesyłkach owoców z Ceará, Brazylii. W 2024 roku wyeksportowano ponad 160 000 ton owoców o wartości około 1 miliarda R$, Ceará zajmuje czwarte miejsce w eksporcie owoców w regionie północno-wschodnim, za Rio Grande do Norte, Bahia i Pernambuco. W tym roku, read more

The pineapple sector in Réunion Island is facing a period of uncertainty, as reported by Réunion la 1ère (France TV Info). Producers are deeply worried as the production of PRM 12, a crucial chemical growth regulator for synchronizing flowering, has been discontinued. Without… read more

The Coordinator of Agricultural and Livestock Organizations (COAG) has denounced that, as the Spanish new potato harvest hits the market, the large distribution chains continue to flood the shelves with potatoes imported from Israel and Egypt (+80,000 tons in 2024). "A strategy calculated to" read more

With the Dutch vegetable season now underway, transport activities have also picked up. "We've noticed that traffic has been increasing since the beginning of the month," says Jeroen van Leijsen of Hermus International. "Fortunately, we also have customers with winter programs and continue to." read more

Morocco Foodex announced on Thursday that the first container of Moroccan citrus fruit has been officially unloaded in Japan, marking the Kingdom of Morocco's entry into one of the world's most demanding markets in terms of quality and traceability. This achievement highlights the competitiveness of Moroccan products. read more

In the A Limia region of Spain, recent weather patterns have affected agricultural activities, especially during Holy Week. The area, known for being prone to flooding due to its geographical features, has experienced higher water levels in the area where Lagoa de Antela used to be. This has had an impact on... read more

The Marseille family has been cultivating mushrooms since 1970. "My father and grandfather began growing cultivated mushrooms in a fruit cellar," remembers Tim Marseille (on the right). Over the years, the business has evolved from a small grower to a specialized supplier. Their product range has. read more

During the recent IFN Live dedicated to the world of bananas, broadcasted on our social channels (click here to watch the live stream), an encouraging picture has emerged regarding consumption, which has been steadily increasing in recent years. This trend is driving companies in the sector to... read more

Today marks a special milestone as Dümmen Orange celebrates its tenth anniversary. On April 23, 2015, a group of established breeders and propagators, already united under one ownership, launched a single, bold new brand name: Dümmen Orange. However, while the name is just a decade old, the read more

With the beginning of the German outdoor vegetable harvest, the demand for freight forwarders is gradually increasing. "We are currently transporting significant quantities of regional asparagus from Nienburg and vegetables from the Palatinate, such as radishes, lettuce, and similar produce. read more

In a historical moment where uncertainties dominate, Unitec offers its customers solutions along the fruit and vegetable supply chain that provide certainty. From the field to the warehouse, from sorting to robotics, "we work for your results" translates into the ability to offer consistent quality. read more

Farming is undergoing a transformation with the help of advanced technologies that are changing the way fruit is harvested and handled. Autonomous drones, like Tevel's Flying Robots, are now being used to harvest fruit around the world. At the same time, innovations such as UC San Diego's GRIP-tape gripper are making progress in handling fruit gently. read more

As part of the Blueberry Factory in Karczmiska, Dr. Paweł Krawiec continues to collaborate with the company Cosmocel, which has proposed its solutions for one of the blueberry plots in open ground. The goal of this experimental approach was to improve the architecture of the shrubs.

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Agrovision has changed its name to Fruitist, aligning the company's identity with the consumer brand it debuted in 2020. The company stated that this change signifies the next chapter as it concentrates on global expansion, brand growth, introducing new superfruit product lines, and developing snackable formats. read more

The National Banana Corporation of Costa Rica, Corbana, will be hosting its 10th International Banana Congress in conjunction with the 25th Acorbat International Meeting on April 20-23, 2026 in the Mexican city of Mérida. read more

South African fruit exporters that sell their fruit in the US are facing a challenging few months ahead due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding trade tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. read more

With the publication of the decision in the Peruvian official gazette, deliveries can be resumed. Chilean Minister of Agriculture, Esteban Valenzuela, stated: "The reopening of the Peruvian market for our apples is very good news for..." read more