Tomatoes and eggplants bigger and tastier: that's the promise of a new scientific discovery that could change the face of global horticulture. A team of researchers from Johns Hopkins University and the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in the United States has identified the genes. read more

High-tech greenhouse growers in Florida and throughout the U.S. are paying close attention to the effects of trade policies implemented by the Trump administration. Florida, a major player in the citrus industry, harvested around 20.2 million boxes of citrus during the 2023–24 season, with oranges being the primary crop. read more

The citrus season is almost coming to an end, and it's time for OP Esperidio's Pure Red oranges to take stock. The results recorded so far have been decidedly positive, while the marketing of late-season Tarocco varieties and blonde oranges continues. read more

Embrapa has initiated a groundbreaking space farming experiment involving sweet potatoes and chickpeas, which are being cultivated in suborbital conditions as part of a Blue Origin mission launched on April 14. This research is a collaboration between Embrapa and the Brazilian Space Agency under the Space Farming Brazil Network. read more

Wraz z nadchodzącymi ostatnimi dniami kwietnia, ostatnie przesyłki południowoamerykańskich winogron trafią do Stanów Zjednoczonych, a producent-eksporter Divine Flavor przeniesie swoją uwagę z Chile na swoje główne regiony upraw w Jalisco i Sonora, w Meksyku. W ostatnich latach kwiecień i maj stały się...
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The Midelt region, situated in the high Moroccan plains at an altitude of over 1400 meters, is known as the apple-growing hub of the country. This region used to be famous for its abundant water resources and regular snowfall. Unfortunately, seven consecutive years of drought have caused significant damage to the growers in the area. read more

Namibia is close to finalizing an agreement to enter China's grape market, which consists of 1.3 billion consumers. It is expected that this deal will result in approximately US$10.5 million in seasonal revenue from this market. Currently, Namibia's grape sector brings in about US$68.4 million. read more

The Ukrainian agricultural sector is currently facing the challenges of full-scale war and global changes, with the onion market attracting attention from producers. Previously neglected, onions now offer export possibilities thanks to their price advantage over European competitors. This change indicates a new trend. read more

Santàl launches Santàl Fruitz!, a new line of lightly sparkling non-alcoholic fruit drinks. The brand from the Lactalis Group, targeting the fruit-based beverage market, expands its portfolio by entering the aperitif world. A range of zero-alcohol products, read more

Morocco is rapidly becoming a key player in the global fruit and vegetable trade, as reported by EastFruit. Despite its arid climate and chronic water scarcity, the country has emerged as the third fastest-growing exporter of fruits and vegetables in the world, thanks to a resilient and read more

W Hiszpanii, nowe regulacje nakazują, aby szkoły włączały owoce, warzywa i ryby w swoje tygodniowe menu obiadowe. Ta inicjatywa, wprowadzona drogą królewskiego dekretu, ma na celu przeciwdziałanie otyłości dzieci poprzez ograniczenie spożycia smażonych i tłustych potraw. Szkoły są teraz zobowiązane do zapewnienia opcji wegetariańskich. read more

Fertilizing blueberries in the early stages of the season is a very important element in building yield and the health of the bushes. Dr. Michał presents several interesting and practical pieces of information regarding treatments that can be done on blueberry plantations at this time.

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Trendy clean eating habits in the United States are affecting consumer preferences in the fruit and vegetable industry. According to a recent study by LendingTree, organic produce is priced at a premium of 52.6% compared to conventional produce. Matt Schulz, chief consumer finance analyst at LendingTree, stated, "We've seen a significant increase in the demand for organic produce in recent years." read more

On the occasion of the 42nd edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector, scheduled from May 6th to 8th, 2025 at the Rimini Expo Centre, ILIP confirms its participation as an exhibitor and will also be a protagonist in the new Berry Area as a Gold exhibitor. read more

In the Strawberry Farm operated by Farmer Truskawki, located in Mieszkow near Krakow, strawberry cultivation has been carried out for over 20 years, with the last five years being done in foil tunnels. In recent years, the farm has become one of the first in Poland where harvests begin. read more

Oishii has introduced the Nikko Berry, its third variety of vertically-farmed strawberries and its most budget-friendly option so far. Priced at $7.99, the Nikko marks a major cost reduction for the company, which was previously known for selling $50 punnets, indicating an increased ability to expand its premium indoor farming operations. read more

We conclude the analysis dedicated to perenella Gdo, after a first in-depth examination of numbers, exhibition spaces, and the origin of the varieties (click here for more details), which revealed a surprisingly high number of references - especially considering the seasonal period - in the read more

Popyt na owoce cytrusowe, zwłaszcza pomarańcze, nadal rośnie ze względu na niedobór podaży, co powoduje wzrost cen i sprzyja producentom, takim jak Argentyna, na różnych rynkach. W tym roku Nobel, argentyńska firma specjalizująca się w eksporcie mandarynek i pomarańczy, planuje eksportować. read more

Imports of fruits and berries to Kazakhstan reached a record level in 2024, with over 835,000 tons imported into the country, marking a 33.3% increase compared to the previous year. The total value of these imports was $455.7 million. A significant surge was observed in the import of apples. read more

Prudac is always looking for innovations - something fresh, unique, and unlike anything currently on the market. After years of research and development, Prudac is introducing: Mini Melon Honey Drops F1 Dara. What makes it special? Honey Drops F1 Dara is a compact melon variety showing read more