The Valencian Regional Government has taken urgent measures to control the unexpected presence of Scirtothrips aurantii Faure in this year's citrus season in Spain's Valencian Community. The first warnings about symptoms compatible with the pest have been reported. read more

A recent study by the Institute of Agri-Food and Agro-environmental Research and Innovation (CIAGRO) at the Higher Polytechnic School of Miguel University

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The Emilia-Romagna Region has allocated 1.4 million euros to help fruit growers protect their crops from frost, an increasingly concrete threat to the agricultural sector. The call for proposals was published as part of the SRD06 intervention "Investments for prevention from. read more

Over the past decade, the blush pear category in South Africa has transformed significantly, driven by emerging opportunities in the East. "What occurred was that South Africa, traditionally recognized for its Forelle pears primarily sold in Germany," explains Calla du, Tru-Cape procurement manager. read more

Originally from Thailand, fragrant coconuts are highly popular for their sweet juice, soft and smooth flesh, and pleasant milky aroma. The seedlings of fragrant coconuts are protected in Thailand, prohibiting their export. Young coconuts bear fruit every 22-26 days, ensuring year-round availability. read more

The following list covers typical, commonly made mistakes in strawberry cultivation: read more

Fresh ginger had a rough start in 2025. In January, Peru exported 2,934 tons of fresh ginger for $5.9 million. This represents a 2% decrease in volume and a 26% decrease in value compared to the same month in 2024. The drop in the average price per kilogram, from $2.68 in 2024 to $2.01 in 2025, was a significant factor in this decline. read more

France, which is famous for growing more than 100 apple varieties, has managed to maintain relatively stable production levels despite the challenges brought by climate change. The country's distinctive climate and fertile soil have traditionally nurtured a wide variety of apples. However, changing global weather patterns may pose a threat to this tradition. read more

Agriculture does not allow for long breaks or sick leave for farmers, but these days in Casez, in Trentino, at the heart of the Apple District of Val di Non, solidarity prevails by coming up with "solidarity pruning" to save the plants of a sick apple grower. A group of read more

BerryWorld podpisał w tym miesiącu umowę ramową z Tropic Cool Ltd, określającą współpracę między obiema firmami w zakładaniu komercyjnej plantacji jagód najwyższej klasy w Rwandzie; "Rwanda Berries". BerryWorld, które niedawno zostało przejęte przez AgroBerries, stało się największą firmą jagodową na świecie... read more

This morning, at the International Agricultural Show in Paris, Interfel presented the results of the 2024 fruit and vegetable confidence barometer, conducted by the CSA institute for FranceAgriMer and Interfel. Generally, "confidence in fresh produce remains high, above that of frozen, canned, and... read more

W styczniu tego roku eksport bananów z Peru odstawał od eksportu z tego samego miesiąca w ubiegłym roku. Peru wyeksportowało 13 111 ton o wartości 9,9 miliona dolarów, czyli o 14% mniej wolumenu i o 17% mniej wartości niż w tym samym miesiącu w ubiegłym roku. Spadek wartości był spowodowany spadkiem wolumenu eksportu oraz 3% spadkiem. read more

W dniu 3 stycznia peruwiańska Fátima Balmelli opublikowała wideo na TikToku pokazujące ogromne winogrona, prawie wielkości cytryny, które jej rodzina produkuje na ich farmie w Ica. Wideo stało się wiralem i wywołało lawinę wiadomości od osób zainteresowanych zakupem winogron. Fátima nie ma doświadczenia. read more

Tanganda Tea Company Limited, based in Zimbabwe, is currently looking into the Chinese avocado market as a component of its export diversification strategy. The company has recorded a 9% growth in revenue, attributed to an uptick in avocado export quantities. In its annual report for the fiscal year ending on September 30, 2024, Tanganda highlighted... read more

Biosensors can help strengthen plants by providing early signals about stress, growth stagnation, or potential threats from diseases or fungi. Although the use of these sensors is still in its early stages, the potential benefits are significant. When biosensors detect these signals, farmers can take timely action to protect their crops and improve their overall health. read more

The Raspberry Webinar we conducted on Friday, February 21st was a great opportunity to present the latest products, varieties, and trends in raspberry production before the new season. Representatives from Yara company – Dr. Andrzej Grenda

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Nieoczekiwanie niskie temperatury zakłóciły produkcję rolno-spożywczą i usługi komunalne w Dagestanie, Rosja. Producenci borówek borykają się z opóźnieniami, z Mehdim Benchekrounem, CEO DMB & Co, zauważającym, że "Obserwujemy opóźnienia w dojrzewaniu owoców takich jak borówki. Spodziewaliśmy się masowego zbioru. read more

Exotic fruit is one of the most dynamic categories in the fruit and vegetable department and continues to record consistently growing sales, without experiencing any crises. For years, in large-scale retail, the consumption trend has been positive, with some years even showing double-digit increases. read more

The Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner, Mike Inglis, highlighted that the $2.4 million spent on a recent biosecurity operation in South Auckland is relatively small when compared to the potential economic consequences of a pest invasion. Last month, an Oriental fruit fly was found in the Mangere/Papatoetoe area. read more

Erik van Vugt has been working in Poland for more than half of his life. In 1998, he and his partners founded FreshWorld. Today, the company based in Bronisze offers direct sourcing of fruits and vegetables for Polish retail customers from markets including China, South Africa, and Latin America. read more