Tractors are idle and fields that cannot be worked. The incessant rain does not give respite, thus blocking activities in the fields. And there is a precipitation alert for the next ten days. read more

The 13th edition of the Blueberry Conference, hosted by the Polish blueberry industry, took place on March 6 and 7. Approximately 500 participants from various countries gathered in Ożarów Mazowiecki, near Warsaw, to discuss the challenges and future of the international blueberry sector. read more

Various stock situations are being documented among the major continental producers of Hayward kiwi fruit varieties in Italy and Greece. Sharing insights on the season that is about to conclude in a few weeks is Raffaele Lasciarrea (pictured below), the sales manager of ILFRES, a company that. read more

In this episode of The Blooms Show, the team from the rose breeding company United Selections is featured as guests. In this 40-minute video, host Sahin Nahim from New Bloom Solutions will discuss how United Selections prioritizes customers in breeding, sales, and partnerships, as well as the role of culture. read more

"Last year wasn't a bad year at all: the yield was good, and prices too," says Josua van Straaten, a pineapple farmer in Hluhluwe, northern KwaZulu-Natal. The only thing hampering now is the rainfall for January and February, far above the monthly averages, and tractors getting stuck in waterlogged fields. read more

Ventura is known as a love mark for dried fruit; in fact, for almost 90 years it has been passionately researching and selecting the best dried fruits from around the world, offering them as is or transforming them into tasty and balanced shelled mixes, salad enhancers, and meal additions. read more

Luiza, Venice, and Isadora are varieties of apples that have gained recognition for Santa Catarina in Europe. Developed by the Agricultural Research and Rural Extension Company of Santa Catarina (Epagri), these apples are grown and sold in Italy under the Sambóa brand. They have received read more

Fruit emerged as Thailand's top agricultural export last year, with durian shipments exceeding US$3.79 billion, according to the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO). Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, director-general of TPSO, attributed this success to growing global demand and the appeal of Thai. read more

In 2024, Italian fruit and vegetable exports recorded an increase both in volume (+9%) and in value (+5%), surpassing the threshold of 6 billion euros in sales. However, the increase in imports has followed an even more rapid pace in terms of value (+13%), while the volume is... read more

The Plant Protection Directorate has identified Citrus Tristeza Virus (CTV)-infected trees in Xagħra and along the Marsalforn route in Gozo. CTV impacts citrus trees, causing decline, reduced fruit yield, and potential tree death, particularly in those grafted onto sour orange rootstock. read more

"Easter is a time to enjoy and share precious moments together," says Looye. That's why the tomato grower is introducing the Focaccia Easter Board, featuring Looye Honey tomatoes as the shining centerpiece—a festive addition to any Easter table. This campaign aims to inspire and engage. read more

From field management to defense against some insects, primarily Drosophila Suzukii and the strawberry antonomo. These are the topics at the center of the 11th technical day for small fruit growers that took place yesterday in Pergine Valsugana, at the peripheral headquarters of the Fondazione Mach. read more

The arrival of the first Lower Rhine asparagus in calendar week 10 officially kicked off this year's season. The first local seasonal delicacies were also well received at the Frischezentrum Frankfurt, thanks in part to the spring-like weather. "We are starting the season about ten days earlier." read more

The vegetable production in Almeria's greenhouses is facing significant challenges this season, attributed to both climate change and the escalating impact of pests such as Thrips parvispinus. This pest has caused damage to approximately 20 to 25% of the pepper production. Yields are low, and production costs are continuing to rise. read more

Mushroom packaging is constantly evolving. For many years, Styrofoam was the industry standard, but farms have started transitioning to recyclable RPET trays. Recently, the industry has also been using various forms of plastic to package mushrooms. read more

Główny okres zbiorów cebuli w Nowej Zelandii rozpoczął się w styczniu w rejonach Pukekohe i Matamata. "Pogoda była doskonała dla nas" - powiedział Simon Vale z Balle Bros. "Nie mieliśmy zbyt wielu opadów deszczu, a nieco chłodniejsze warunki pomogły w uzyskaniu dobrego wyglądu skórek. Mamy również dobre zróżnicowanie wielkości i
read more

Kwek Global, a Singapore-based import and export company, has recently received their first shipments of South African lemons for the new season. Hong Chew Kwek, the Managing Director, mentioned that the quality of the first shipment from South Africa looked promising. "We import one to two loads a week," he added. read more

Unconventional, a company owned by Granarolo, specializes in plant-based products, with a focus on burgers. For the past three years, the brand has been bringing these products to street food events and fairs through a food truck, allowing everyone the opportunity to enjoy them. read more

With a medium maturation cycle, very vigorous plant with complete resistances, high capacity for setting fruit and equally high productivity, the new Torricelli F1 melon presented by BASF | Nunhems responds ideally to the needs of the retail sector and modern consumption trends. read more

Vegetable production in the greenhouses of Almeria is proving to be particularly challenging this season, mainly due to the effects of climate change and the growing impact of pests. One such example is the presence of Thrips parvispinus, which has caused damage to around 20 to 25% of the pepper crop. Yields are currently low and... read more