Global demand for avocados is on the rise, leading major producers to expand their markets. Guatemala, an emerging player in the industry, is striving to establish a strong presence in the United States. The recent approval for the entry of Guatemalan avocados into this market is a significant achievement that required years of effort. read more

In Kerala, local farmers are facing challenges despite high demand and favorable market prices for pineapples, as they are struggling with a shortage of lorries for transporting their produce to northern markets. This logistical issue has been exacerbated by a decrease in the number of lorries traveling north from Kerala. read more

Currently, the total area of tunnels used for raspberry cultivation in Poland exceeds 1000 hectares, and this trend is continuously increasing. It is estimated that an additional 200 hectares of new tunnels (for raspberry and strawberry cultivation) will be established in the upcoming year, which is a positive signal for the industry. read more

W sobotę, 9 listopada, Aktalanfruit dumnie świętował wielkie otwarcie swojej nowej siedziby. "Przeprowadzka była zdecydowanie wyzwaniem, ale jesteśmy zachwyceni fantastycznym rezultatem. Chcielibyśmy serdecznie podziękować naszym cenionym klientom i dostawcom za umożliwienie tego. Jesteśmy również read more

Ausveg has released its Federal Election Priorities which highlight the essential commitments required to tackle the cost-of-production crisis and low morale that are jeopardizing Australian vegetable growers and food security. The 2024 Ausveg Industry Sentiment Report exposes a crisis in the farming sector. read more

At the beginning of the year, it was widely acknowledged that potato planting would be delayed due to wet weather. Robert Doig from Caledonia Potatoes in Perthshire had mentioned that as long as planting began by April 15th, everything would be fine for Scottish growers. read more

Citrus gummosis, caused by Phytophthora spp., affects the trunk and main branches. It is characterized by the abundant appearance of gum on the affected tissues.

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Managing the shelf life of fruit and vegetable products is essential to avoid waste and provide optimal products to consumers. This was the idea of Laura Rabasco, Francisco Jiménez, Arícia Possas, and Fernando Pérez, researchers from the HIBRO group at the University of Córdoba. read more

The new season of Rong'an kumquats from Guangxi, China, officially launched on November 8, with strong demand driving high prices. Compared to previous years, prices have risen by 8%-10%, reflecting the growing popularity of this premium fruit. "In recent years, Rong'an kumquats have gained read more

For 2024, Apofruit Italia confirms its presence at Interpoma, the vertical trade fair dedicated to the apple sector, scheduled to take place in Bolzano from November 21st to 23rd. The cooperative's management, in particular, will meet with buyers, professional visitors, and producers. read more

A hundred attendees, including farmers and technicians, participated in an open house event last Wednesday to learn about HM.CLAUSE's latest tomato release. read more

"The production of oranges in Egypt is at a stable level, and there may even be higher volumes this season," says Gehan Elsherif, Executive Manager of G Fresh Export & Import. "Egypt is one of the largest exporters of oranges globally, and its production has been steadily increasing due to improved..." read more

The summer of 2024 concludes with a more than positive balance for Perla Nera, the mid-sized watermelon that has captured the hearts of Italians. This is confirmed by Bruno Francescon, president of the Perla Nera Consortium, Andrea Peviani, commercial director of Peviani S.p.A, and Sergio Giardina of Op La. read more

These are potatoes that are not often seen, the ones we want to talk to you about today and are in high demand in the UK, especially during the holiday season, as can be learned from a press release by Tesco. read more

The Leanri is a relatively new mandarin variety, with the first plantings taking place in 2017 and plantations only starting to expand significantly during the 2020-2021 season. The first small volumes were sold during the 2021-22 season, and it is anticipated that this season will be the first one with significant... read more

W Ukrainie straty owoców i warzyw są najwyższe w Europie, gdzie nawet do 60% produkcji trafia na śmietnik po zbiorach. Kluczowym powodem tego, jak donosi Ministerstwo Polityki Rolnej i Żywności, jest brak odpowiednich obiektów przechowalniczych, co hamuje zdolność Ukrainy do... read more

Between January and September of the current year, Georgia's tangerine exports reached $5.4 million, a significant increase from the $1.1 million recorded in the same period last year. A large portion of these exports, $4.85 million or 86%, were sent to the Russian market. read more

Według Andriya Maruschaka, dyrektora handlowego Van Dyk Technics, stan uprawy kapusty jest szczególnie niepokojący. "Podczas gdy sytuacja z marchwią i cebulą jest nieco lepsza, kapusta ucierpiała straszliwie z powodu ekstremalnego upału latem. Pomimo podlewania, kapusta read more

In Quincy, Washington, agriculture is a crucial industry, with apple, cherry, and peach orchards dominating the landscape. The city, which is home to around 8,000 residents, has packing sheds in its downtown area and is located near railroad tracks that run alongside the Columbia River. read more

The Lark Seeds Italia S.r.l. is born, the Italian branch of Lark Seeds International, a professional vegetable seed company operating in markets since 1997 with headquarters in Woodland, California (USA) and presence in 5 other branches in Mexico, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, and Canada. The company boasts 6. read more