With the Grenoble Walnut PDO facing a major crisis since 2022 (overproduction and sales at a loss in 2022, followed by a sharp drop in production in 2023), the Interprofessional Committee of the Grenoble Walnut (CING) intends to use its presence at the International Agricultural Show in Paris to... read more

The Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of South Africa, John Steenhuisen, announced that the country has regained market access to export fresh apples from South Africa to the Kingdom of Thailand. This market had been closed for approximately 16 years (from January 2008 to December 2024) due to... read more

Today marks the opening of the 32nd edition of Fruit Logistica, amidst expectations and uncertainties. Will it be a year of revival, or will the impasse continue in the face of the unstoppable rise of Fruit Attraction? During the days of the fair, we will try to find an answer to this question that concerns us. read more

Rijk Zwaan presents Kinino RZ F1 and Ausino RZ F1, two cherry tomato varieties suitable to meet the needs of producers for both spring and autumn/winter transplanting. These tomatoes stand out for their compact, robust plant with short internodes, capable of being grown with multiple branches. read more

Dwóch kierowników z Pacific Trellis Fruit właśnie zakończyło ekscytującą wizytę u swoich południowoafrykańskich partnerów uprawiających śliwki. Marcial Hernandez, wiceprezes ds. zaopatrzenia, oraz Patty Denson, dyrektor sprzedaży, spędzili tydzień zwiedzając sady, zakłady pakowania i zgłębiając najnowsze innowacje. read more

Jak obchodzisz powrót swoich kosta Ricańskich ananasów do Holandii? Ten holenderski importer wybrał kreatywne podejście - ułożył słowo "ananas" z pudełek z ananasami.

How do you celebrate the return of your Costa Rican pineapples to the Netherlands? This Dutch importer chose a creative approach—spelling out the word "pineapple" using boxes of pineapples. read more

The "RO-SAD" farming enterprise in the Kherson region is the only one in the area growing apricots on an industrial scale. While apricot trees grow along roadsides in the region, no one had previously cultivated them as a business. After eight months under occupation, "RO-SAD" resumed work. read more

"Miguel González of MG Fruit highlights the increasing presence of Dutch greenhouse strawberries, particularly from mid-March, and field-grown ones from late April. This trend poses a potential threat to the already short Spanish strawberry season," read more

Myzus persicae Sulzer (Hemiptera: Aphididae) is a key pest that impacts a variety of vegetables, fruits, crops, and ornamental plants. The main strategy for managing M. persicae involves the use of insecticides. This study examines the toxicity and effectiveness of bifenthrin, fenitrothion, fosthiazate, acetamiprid, read more

Nowe dane z firmy dostarczającej przesyłki tego samego dnia, Gophr, pokazują, że romantycy coraz częściej pozostawiają zamówienie kwiatów na Walentynki na ostatnią chwilę. Na podstawie analizy danych zamówień z ubiegłego roku, Gophr spodziewa się otrzymać ponad pięciokrotnie więcej zamówień na dostawę kwiatów tego samego dnia od swoich klientów... read more

By November 2024, Spain had exported 29,663 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables valued at 84.3 million euros to the United States. This accounted for 0.2% of Spain's total exports, which amounted to 10.9 million tons and 15,852 million euros. The main exports from Spain to the US are garlic, cucumber, and... read more

The Consortium for the Protection of Sicilian Red Oranges Igp has started the year with a promotional campaign that will accompany the 2024-2025 harvest. "It's the red that sets us apart" is the slogan that will be displayed in large format on trams in Milan throughout the month of February and beyond. read more

Sezon 2024/25 dla eksportu brazylijskiego soku pomarańczowego został dotknięty zmniejszonym dostępem do pomarańczy oraz ograniczonymi krajowymi zapasami soku. Comex Stat raportuje, że od lipca do grudnia 2024 roku Brazylia wyeksportowała 448,5 tysiąca ton soku pomarańczowego, przeliczonego na FCOJ 66 Brix. Oznacza to spadek o 23%. read more

According to the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, the value of exported hazelnuts has increased by 37%. From August 1, 2024, to January 26, 2025, Georgia exported 12,200 tons of hazelnuts worth $73.3 million. Compared to the same period last year, the export volume has increased. read more

Italians are more wasteful, but also a bit poorer: less attentive in managing food at home, but concerned about the possibility of accessing healthy and sustainable food: it is a snapshot that highlights the growing food poverty in the country, as shown in the report "The Italian Case". read more

Traditionally, Romania has not been known for its significant blueberry production, but that is changing. There is a large investment being made in the country, with new varieties being planted that are expected to enter the market in large volumes by 2027. "Most growers have been cultivating the old varieties, but now they are shifting towards newer ones," said an industry expert. read more

At Au Viet Farm Cooperative in Kim Thanh, Director Bui Van Duy joined farmers on February 1 to harvest crops such as tomatoes, pumpkins, and bell peppers. Favorable weather during Tet facilitated crop growth, necessitating timely harvests to maintain quality. Post-Tet, increased vegetable read more

In January, blood oranges arrive in large quantities on the shelves of large-scale retail distribution, completing the offer of one of the most relevant categories for sales in national distribution. The combination of the characteristic national production of this season, increasingly wide assortments, and spaces. read more

Kurt Ratschiller, sales manager of VIP, has a deep understanding of the apple market dynamics and offers a clear and detailed perspective on the current situation and future outlook. Highlighting an 8% increase in Italian apple production compared to 2023, as reported by Assomela, Ratschiller emphasizes that read more

Over 200 participants, including growers, agronomists, and researchers, attended the inaugural Vegetables Big Day Out in Pukekohe, New Zealand. The event was hosted by the Te Ahikawariki Vegetable Industry Centre of Excellence (VICE) with contributions from A Lighter Touch, Plant & Food. read more