For a few days now, the harvesting of one of the flagship products of the local fruit and vegetable industry in Sardinia has begun: the artichoke. And who better than Salvatore Lotta, the commercial director of Op Agricola Campidanese, can describe the feelings after the first harvests and what the prospects are for it. read more

The Spanish company group Saica is now offering a comprehensive and sustainable approach to fruit and vegetable packaging under the name Saica Fresh. This includes using films and packaging made from recycled and refined waste paper. The goal is to help reduce waste and promote sustainability. read more

The Valencian company Citrosol has introduced the world's first automatic control system for fungicide treatments, known as CATsystem®, at the 6th conference on technology for the agri-food sector at the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV). This innovative system can significantly contribute to. read more

The Uzbekistan Trade Development Company will reimburse transportation costs for exporting fruit and vegetable products, according to the report by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan. The funds will be allocated to Uzbek exporting companies after the products have been shipped overseas. read more

ALDI will buy 2,190 tons of sweet potatoes and pumpkins this season, all of them sourced 100% from national farmers. Specifically, the supermarket chain plans to acquire around

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Morocco is on track to establish a new annual export record for sweet peppers, as reported by EastFruit. This year, tomato exports, a crucial element of Morocco's fruit and vegetable industry, have also displayed a positive trend. The growth in sweet pepper exports has been particularly noteworthy. read more

At the foot of Dai Hue mountain in Nam Anh commune, Nam Dan district, Nghe An province, there are ancient rose gardens with a unique aroma, as well as persimmon trees that have weathered a difficult season. This region is renowned for two particular varieties of roses: the rose apple and egg rose. read more

In response to a parliamentary inquiry from Bernard Durkan, a Fine Gael TD from Kildare, Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, revealed that Ireland imported over €400 million worth of vegetables last year. The Central Statistics Office (CSO) regularly provides data on this topic. read more

Recently, a shipment of 28,800 kilograms of onions from the Boquerón department in Paraguay was exported to Argentina. This milestone, which added onions to the list of fruits and vegetables exported by Paraguay, occurred last Friday (October 25) and was commemorated at the Boreal Dry Port. read more

As Malaysia prepares for the monsoon season, vegetable farmers are taking proactive measures by increasing their cultivation by 20% to counter potential yield reductions. The Federation of Vegetable Farmers Associations, led by President Lim Ser Kwee, recognizes the unpredictability of the 2024 season. read more

The envy™ experience is back to engage consumers' five senses and take the apple category beyond the produce department. With a new excellent harvest and increased quantities, envy™ will be available to delight even the most discerning audience until mid-year. read more

W 2024 roku wzrosła znacznie eksport jesiennych owoców z Abchazji do Rosji - w tym mandarynek, feijoi i persymonów. Według agencji TASS, powołującej się na dane Komitetu Celnego republiki, dostawy mandarynek wzrosły o 12%, feijoi o 64%, a persymonów o 75%. read more

During the first nine months of 2024, farming enterprises and small agricultural producers in Uzbekistan have produced 8.6 million tons of vegetables, as reported by the country's Statistical Agency. This represents a 6.1% increase compared to the same period in 2023. The majority of the harvest, read more

A recent study conducted by Stanford University suggests that following a vegan diet for eight weeks could help reduce the biological age of the body, positively influencing our overall health. The news was reported by fruitgourmet.it. read more

The most recent cut-off low weather system that moved across South Africa left behind between 100mm and around 200mm of rain over two days in the Langkloof region. Fortunately, apart from some gullies formed on slopes, no damage has been reported from the apple and pear orchards. More rain is predicted for next week. read more

A York-based family-owned potato supplier, R S Cockerill, is gearing up for a busy winter season with Aldi. They are aiming to deliver a record quantity of potatoes to the retailer's stores across the country. Having started their partnership in 1990, R S Cockerill has become a key supplier for Aldi. read more

Popyt na import czosnku na amerykańskim rynku rośnie. Zgodnie z Juanem Pablo Ríosem, menedżerem ds. sprzedaży dla USA i Kanady w firmie Flavor King Produce LLC, dostępność czosnku będzie dobra, a kontekst handlowy wygląda "bardzo dobrze". Amerykańska firma specjalizująca się w czosnku i imbirze. read more

Taj Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced plans to enhance the screening of fruits and vegetables for consumer safety. Following the discovery of 50 types of toxic residues in Shine Muscat grapes, there is increasing concern about the safety of imported produce among Thai consumers. read more

Suitable for recycling and composting, while also extending the shelf life of the fruits placed on it - Elliott Absorbent Products announced the introduction of an innovative pad for berry fruits to the market.

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The Westhof Bio Group reflects on a challenging year of cultivation for tomatoes and bell peppers. Unusually low sunlight due to extreme weather conditions, as well as rising energy and labor costs, presented a significant challenge for the vegetable farm. Despite these obstacles, the team was able to persevere. read more