W Zimbabwe, producers are working hard to meet the growing global demand for blueberries, despite facing financial challenges and limited government support. Willard Zireva, a farmer who funds his own operations, emphasizes the difficulties in securing financing and the lack of government assistance as major obstacles. read more

Dutch greenhouse strawberries are currently experiencing high demand both domestically and internationally. "Availability is currently very limited. The outdoor crop season is coming to an end, and we will have to wait until week 40 for the first greenhouse-grown Elsanta strawberries," says Frank van der Kwaak, who is responsible. read more

Floodwaters from Typhoon Yagi have caused widespread destruction in northern Vietnam, resulting in the devastation of more than 250,000 hectares of agricultural land. The impact is particularly severe on rice, vegetables, and fruit trees. Following the typhoon, farmers in the region are struggling to cope with the loss of their crops. read more

Czy osiągnięto punkt zwrotny w zakresie robotyzacji w sektorze agrospożywczym? Eksperci uważają, że jest on nieunikniony, zgodnie z informacjami podczas Dnia Innowacji w Asperge. Wydarzenie odbyło się w nowo zbudowanej szopie Teboza i było poświęcone robotyzacji. Czternaście firm zaprezentowało innowacje w mechanizacji. read more

Jeden z wirusowych trendów na TikToku w Wielkiej Brytanii promuje noszenie cytryny jako sposób na zwalczanie choroby lokomocyjnej. Trik opiera się na założeniu, że silny zapach cytryny może łagodzić nudności poprzez stymulowanie układu węchowego i odciąganie uwagi od dyskomfortu. Chirurg NHS, dr Karan Rajan, popiera ten trik. read more

Le Tresacois, a French family-owned business, is currently carrying out its grape harvest, with a variety of white and black grapes being produced between July and December. Maxime Gervasoni, the 4th generation leading the company, is assessing the progress made during the initial weeks of the harvest season and their recent developments. read more

"The fruit and vegetable season has picked up in recent weeks after a sluggish and problematic summer due to prolonged heat and drought. Among the crops that have improved significantly are tomatoes and, in the last week, table grapes, which had suffered a downturn, especially in August, after a…" read more

Today we present the ninth edition of the column dedicated to the evolution of the profile of the national fruit and vegetable purchasing manager, made possible through the collaboration between Monitor Ortofrutta by Agroter and Consumer Panel by GfK Italia. read more

SanLucar, the premium brand of fresh fruit and vegetables, has been awarded the prestigious Global Brand Award '24 for its "Excellent Brand Reputation in Fresh Produce." This important international accolade is presented annually by "Global Brands Magazine," one of the read more

It is the season for setting up multi-layered, above-ground strawberry plantations. These systems are designed and produced by the Italian company Combimetal Carrera, located in Policoro (Matera). While some are trying out these innovative systems for the first time, others are... read more

Nanovel, an Israeli AgTech startup, has introduced an AI-powered autonomous fruit-harvesting robot capable of picking tree fruits for the fresh market. The robot provides a solution for growers worldwide facing a shortage of farm labor and rapidly rising costs. read more

W Zachodniej Zatoce Nowej Zelandii sektor ogrodnictwa, znany z produkcji kiwi i awokado, odgrywa kluczową rolę w gospodarce. Minister Imigracji, Erica Stanford, niedawno ogłosiła ulepszenia w programie Rozpoznawalnego Pracodawcy Sezonowego (RSE), który jest integralny dla. read more

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"Około 22,000 ton jest oczekiwanych na nowy grecki plon kasztanów, co stanowi 30% zmniejszenie w porównaniu z ostatnią 8-letnią średnią, zgodnie z prognozą ogłoszoną w piątek, 13 września, na EuroCastanea 2024. W tym roku wydarzenie odbyło się w Agia-Melivia, Grecja, będącym gospodarzem." read more

The prolonged summer season in Estonia has led to an impressive cranberry harvest, particularly in the country's many bogs. Experienced cranberry pickers have observed the exceptional quality of this year's crop, with some saying they have never seen anything like it before. read more

After the state of Veracruz, Tabasco is the second largest pineapple growing region in Mexico. The region benefits from ideal temperatures and optimal hours of sunlight, making it very suitable for pineapple cultivation. Consequently, there is a consistent supply available for about 48 to 50 weeks a year. However, the absence read more

Vietnamese coffee farmers are shifting away from traditional coffee cultivation and turning to durian instead, attracted by the increasing demand for the fruit in China and its higher profit potential. This shift is transforming Vietnam's agricultural industry, as reported by the BBC. With Vietnam being the top global producer of durian, this change is expected to have a significant impact on the country's economy. read more

Autumn is just around the corner, bringing with it a wave of seasonal products, fresh and full of flavor. With La Borsa della Spesa, the service by BMTI and Italmercati Rete d'Imprese, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, consumers will be able to make the best choices. read more

During Asia Fruit Logistica 2024, Tzone Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (Tzone) presented its USB and wireless temperature and humidity data loggers, receiving positive feedback from new and returning customers. Mr. Liao, Tzone's director, stated, "We participate in Asia Fruit Logistica" read more

"Filipe Gomes, export manager for Portuguese fresh produce exporter Twinkle Green, stated that the lower production of Portuguese kiwiberries is attributed to unstable weather conditions. He mentioned, 'This year, the kiwiberry cultivation period in Portugal was challenging due to the constant instability of the. read more

According to a recent DiMarket report, the peaches and nectarines industry is expected to reach a value of $24.2 million by 2032. This growth corresponds to a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.46% over the forecast period. read more