Avocado has become an important agricultural export and source of livelihood for many small-scale producers in East Africa. Avocado production has seen significant growth in the region, especially in countries like Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The region's diverse climatic... read more

Listed New Zealand produce company Seeka has released its unaudited interim results for the six months ending on 30th June 2024. Seeka's chief executive Michael Franks stated, "Seeka has improved its financial performance due to higher kiwifruit volumes in New Zealand and Australia." The company reported a net profit before tax. read more

Preparations for the upcoming Moroccan soft fruit season are advancing as the sector bounces back from challenging years that were characterized by climatic risks and business setbacks. Zouhir Disouria, a producer in the Larache region, stated, "Growers in the region are getting ready, tending to the soil, placing orders for plants, and... read more

Cengiz Bostanci, an agricultural engineer for the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in Bartin, states that the aronia fruit is gaining popularity among consumers seeking a healthy diet. "Aronia is one of the medicinal aromatic plants that thrive in Turkey's fertile soil," he explains. read more

While the season for conventional top fruit has already started, the organic supply is also in full swing. At VerKen Bio Deli-Vers, we have finished picking the organic QTee© apples and will soon begin harvesting the Conference variety. "With the resistant varieties, we are pleased to see that there are not many issues to complain about." read more

W Ukrainie ceny białej kapusty zaczęły spadać. Według danych monitorowania dziennego EastFruit, obserwuje się tendencję do obniżenia cen w tym segmencie z powodu niskiego popytu na produkt. read more

A key sector for Africa's development. This is how Renzo Piraccini, the president of Macfrut (a fair scheduled to take place in Rimini from May 6th to 8th, 2025), spoke about the fruit and vegetable industry during the event "Africa, Italy, Europe: a new cooperation for sustainable development". read more

The laborious task of applying budbreak chemicals to every node expected to start flowering at the end of this month has been completed. Each kiwi plant has been pruned to approximately 32 canes of 2.5 meters in length, with nodes spaced every 75mm to 100mm. Now, farmer Danie Meyer of Nooyenskopje says that the task is done. read more

Amid a challenging summer marked by heatwaves and unpredictable rainfall, Moldova's agricultural sector, a key source of income, is undergoing a significant transformation. The European Union is experiencing a rise in fruit imports from Moldova as the country diversifies its export markets. read more

A month ago, Hillfresh launched the FreshControl quality app, designed for fresh produce companies and fruit and vegetable growers to efficiently and accurately inspect batches. Sven Ronken, a business consultant at Hillfresh, has lauded the app's implementation, stating, "My experience with the system is positive." read more

The Celina QTee® pear, which has been cultivated in Belgium since 2015, was harvested in Canada for the first time this year. This red-blushed variety is a hybrid of a Williams pear and a Broket July. Since its creation, the variety has seen worldwide expansion and is now grown not only in Belgium, but also in other countries. read more

Although it is estimated that around 10% of the food available to consumers in the European Union may go to waste, there are more than 37 million people in the EU who cannot afford a quality meal every two days. In light of this scenario, reducing... read more

As an organic pioneer from the very beginning, he has been actively involved in cultivating and importing organically produced pumpkins since the start. He has also committed himself to niche products like organic wild garlic, garlic, and various delicatessen items. On April 1, 2014, read more

A study conducted by the technical services of the Valencian Farmers Association (AVA-ASAJA) confirms that the production costs of citrus fruits have increased by 18% since 2020, so that in

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"Australia's distinctive ecosystem enables a successful agriculture industry to flourish. Essential for both international and domestic trade of fresh produce is the effective management of biosecurity risks to prevent the spread of pests, weeds, or diseases. Australia has established a solid reputation in handling biosecurity risks, which we can." read more

The Belarusian government has introduced a new regulation that mandates one-time licenses for the export of fresh or chilled tomatoes. As of November 1, 2024, exporters will be required to obtain these licenses from the Ministry of Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade. The application process also includes obtaining approval from local authorities. read more

Artykuł prezentuje dziesięć unikalnych budynków inspirowanych owocami z różnych zakątków świata. Obejmują one konstrukcje takie jak Japoński Dom Truskawkowy i Przystanek Autobusowy Arbuzowy, Południowoafrykańska Restauracja Ananasowa oraz wieża ciśnień Peachoid w Południowej Karolinie. Te kreatywnie zaprojektowane budynki... read more

The mango harvest season has started in Alanya, a city in the Antalya province in southern Turkey. Alanya, known for its favorable climate, has experienced an increase in mango production. Local consumers show a preference for domestic mangoes over imported ones because of their exceptional taste and aroma. Currently, mango cultivation encompasses about read more

Citrus greening, also known as Huanglongbing, poses a significant challenge to citrus farming as it causes infected trees to die within a few years without a known cure. This disease is transmitted by the Asian citrus psyllid and leads to the production of fruits that are unsuitable for sale, except for. read more

The volume of sales for the 2023-2024 United States mushroom crop reached 659 million pounds, which was a decrease of 9 percent compared to the previous season. The total value of sales for the crop was $1.09 billion, reflecting a 4 percent decrease from the previous season. The average reported price per pound was $1.65, representing a 9 percent increase. read more