The Raspberry Economics in Production project has received £1 million in funding from the UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI) Innovate UK programme to enhance the sustainability of raspberry production in the UK. Some of the challenges it aims to address include increasing production costs, labor costs, and the... read more

According to Sjraar Hulsman of Frankort & Koning from Venlo, the supply peaks that sometimes occur in the strawberry market in October are absent this year. "There is sufficient product available on the market to meet customer demand, and the supply is well balanced with demand. read more

Kewpie Corporation, in collaboration with Wayo Women's University, has confirmed that adding mayonnaise or emulsified dressings significantly improves the ease of consuming vegetables and other challenging foods, particularly for elderly individuals with reduced bite strength. The study was presented at the 35th. read more

October 15th marked the official start of the new Greek kiwi harvesting season. According to Mr. Thanasis Eythymiou, President of O.P. Pyrgetos Kiwi, "nationwide, a production slightly higher than last season is forecasted. It is expected to be about 10% higher, and this is thanks to" read more

Długo oczekiwani producenci i eksporterzy truskawek w Egipcie wreszcie mają organizację, która ich łączy. Rada Producentów i Eksporterów Truskawek została utworzona w tym miesiącu, pomimo że Egipt był jednym z wiodących producentów i eksporterów świeżych i mrożonych truskawek przez wiele lat. read more

The Green Line continues to bring innovation and expands the range of fresh ready-made meals branded DimmidiSì with the new Vegetable Tartlets. A unique, simple and genuine proposal, prepared with only a few ingredients, designed to meet the needs of consumers who prefer food. read more

Hort Innovation and Apple & Pear Australia Limited (APAL) have launched the Developing Orchardists of the Future pilot program under Hort Innovation's Frontiers investment program. This initiative aims to provide advanced professional development opportunities for apple and pear growers in Australia. read more

Z Kandaharu zostało niedawno wyeksportowanych 9 500 ton cebuli, o wartości rynkowej przekraczającej dwa miliony dolarów amerykańskich, do Indii i Pakistanu, co stanowi istotną aktywność w handlu rolnym regionu. Kandaharska Izba Handlowa i Inwestycji aktywnie poszukuje sposobów na zwiększenie... read more

After several seasons in the experimental field, the first sales campaign of the spiny parthenocarpic cucumber Auspero, branded by Seminis, ended with excellent results in the agricultural companies of the province of Verona that tested it. Auspero, the latest variety launched by Bayer Crop. read more

In Shan State's Taunggyi fruits market, the avocado trade has seen an increase, with Yangon and Mandalay emerging as the main buyers. The current season has witnessed a rise in sales, mainly due to Shan State's prominent role as the top avocado producer in Myanmar. The season, which read more

Davon Johnson, a 20-year-old farmworker from Theewaterskloof Farm in Villiersdorp, Western Cape, balances his passion for farming with his dream of becoming a musician. By day, he works in apple orchards, but by night, he writes hip-hop songs inspired by his idol, Travis Scott. Now, as a read more

Ceny truskawek sięgające nieba z września są teraz za nami. "Wolumen trochę wzrósł, ale wciąż pracujemy przy solidnych cenach. Nawet mniejsze truskawki sprzedają się dobrze, więc możemy powiedzieć, że mamy całkiem przyzwoitą jesień do tej pory" - mówi Philip Van Overbeke z firmy Maatschap Van Overbeke. read more

During the month dedicated to breast cancer prevention, OrtoRomi, an Italian player in the fruit and vegetable sector, renews its commitment to supporting women's health by presenting two important concrete initiatives. In the areas where the company's facilities are located, in Borgoricco (Padua). read more

Namibia and Botswana have imposed a ban on South African citrus and vegetables, extending it until 2025. This decision is aimed at promoting local production and reducing dependency on South African imports, which are substantial given South Africa's role as a major food supplier in Africa. read more

Verdant™ Technologies has announced that the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) has approved HarvestHold Fresh® for use on a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. This approval allows growers in California to utilize this innovative post-harvest solution. read more

Marie Nygren is stepping down from her position as CEO of Coop Sweden. Nygren announced that she will be leaving her role in November. She first joined the group in 2019 as CEO of Kooperativa förbundet, KF and chairman of CSAB, before taking on the role of CEO of Coop Sverige AB. read more

Satisfaction from the Italian Consortium of Nurserymen who participated in Fruit Attraction 2024. The Italian Consortium of Nurserymen, specialized for over forty years in the genetic improvement of apple and strawberry, presented in Madrid the latest innovations and the results of ongoing research projects. In addition to that, read more

Z chorobami układu sercowo-naczyniowego wciąż będącymi główną przyczyną zgonów na całym świecie, nowe badanie podkreśliło truskawki jako naturalny i pyszny sposób wspierania zdrowia serca oraz regulowania poziomu cholesterolu. Badania te ujawniły znaczące korzyści zdrowotne związane z regularnym spożywaniem truskawek. read more

What is the state of the art in IV range fruit and what can we expect for the future? This is the question we asked Stefano Aiello, Marketing Director at Spreafico, during the last edition of Fruit Attraction: "It is a strategic asset for our group that now possesses a know-how. read more

Hydroponic cultivation is proving to be a very efficient option for growing strawberries, not only for fruit production but also for producing seedlings. Moreover, it has become an increasingly attractive option, especially now that the European Union is banning disinfectants from the market. read more