The Dutch floriculture sector is on the verge of a significant transition, as it moves towards predominantly using natural alternatives and biological control agents instead of chemical crop protection agents. This shift is expected to impact the final product, including its quality, appearance, and the presence of biological factors. read more

NC State University graduate, Dr. Lauren Redpath, achieved success by making a significant contribution to the development of the world's first seedless blackberry variety. According to her, fruits with a more uniform, velvety texture will attract a larger following, which

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Anecoop Group, the leading agri-food cooperative in fruit and vegetable marketing in Spain, is continuing its international expansion. As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, its subsidiary in the Czech Republic, Anecoop Praha, inaugurated its new facilities at the end of July. read more

On August 22, the Ministry of Agriculture and Welfare of Farmers of the Republic of India published phytosanitary import requirements for blueberries exported from Poland to India. This marked the end of the process that began in March 2022.

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Once again this year, Egyptian sweet potatoes have entered the market in significant quantities. The crop's success in the commercial sector in recent years has attracted many new growers to the industry, leading to occasional drops in prices. Mohamed Maatouk, CEO of Egyptian Emirati, remains optimistic about the... read more

No matter how experienced you are, something as simple as misplacing a sensor can spiral into a never-ending troubleshooting nightmare, disrupting your entire operation. This nightmare doesn't just stay in the grow room, it manifests in your final product. Proper sensor placement in cultivation... read more

South Africa, a major greenhouse gas emitter, is considering options to reduce its reliance on coal. A study proposes that the country could shift its coal-rich Mpumalanga province, which currently plays a significant role in coal production and electricity generation, towards cultivating citrus fruits and marijuana instead. read more

The apple harvest at Lake Constance has started in the past few days and fresh, crunchy apples are being harvested again at Lake Constance. "It is always a great joy when such a beautiful harvest is in the crates in the autumn. The fruit-growing families have been working hard all year for this." read more

Anecoop's Czech subsidiary, Anecoop Prague, has opened a new facility at the Lipence market, which is the hub for wholesale fresh fruit and vegetables in the Czech Republic and a key location for supplying Eastern European countries. The center was officially inaugurated at the end of July. read more

Moisture and viral diseases have affected the cucumber plants in recent weeks, reducing the available supply. By mid-month, the scarcity has worsened and prices have further increased significantly. In the current 35th week... read more

Ponad 250 osób wzięło udział w Dniu Pola Winogron Stołowych na średnim i późnym sezonie organizowanym przez Sun World International 22 sierpnia w Centrum Innowacji firmy w Wasco, Kalifornia. read more

After years full of challenges, Italy is still the leading pear producer in Europe and is expected to regain its position in the 2024/25 season with a production that is likely to be acceptable in terms of both quantity and the aesthetic and organoleptic quality of all varieties. read more

In comparison to the average of the last five years, the purchasing quantities of fresh vegetables are even up by 2%. With the high temperatures prevailing this year, not only did the fruit vegetables lead the way. The top spot for the most purchased types of vegetables was taken by read more

The Ecuadorean Federation of Blueberry Producers and Exporters (Fepexa) has elected Luis Ponce, general manager of Nobis Fruit Company, as its new president. read more

According to reefertrends, Peru concluded the 2023/24 campaign with nearly 62.7 million exported crates of 8.2-kilogram grapes and could potentially match the 71.4 million crates from the previous season (2022/2023). In order to achieve this, the association hopes that the northern part of the country... read more

Leading market development agency CSO Italy will once again showcase a number of Italy's most important fresh produce companies at this year's Asia Fruit Logistica. The companies featured on its stand will include Apofruit Italia, European Fruit Group, F.lli Clementi, and Infia. read more

After the appearance of the Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) in Switzerland near the German border, the population in Germany is also being sensitized to be vigilant. In Saxony-Anhalt, this task is taken on by the responsible State Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture (LLG) based there. read more

The Italian marketer Jingold announced that its sales of red-fleshed kiwifruit more than doubled in 2023. As the company prepares to participate in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, which it considers one of the most important events in the calendar, Jingold predicts that it will experience significant further growth. read more

Overall, a below-average apple harvest is expected for the Rhineland region. The reason for this is the frosty nights in April, which caused significant damage, especially in the southern Rhineland. read more

The aim is to bring together the visions of primary producers, processors, packagers, and suppliers of fresh fruits and vegetables. "Sisters" is now approaching the final year of its development, and Proexport is participating in it along with 17 other partners from eight countries. read more