Since June 2025, the coating applied to the seeds marketed by Sakata no longer contains microplastics. It is now 100% sourced from biological materials and biodegradable, in compliance with European regulations. The purpose of the coating is to adhere the active ingredients (fungicides or bio-stimulants) to the seed. read more

India's mango exports were affected by issues with the May rains. The Konkan region experienced crop losses during the peak season, leading to reduced Alphonso yields. Ekram Hussain, the owner of Essar Exports, stated, "It was a promising season, but unfortunately, the rain in May resulted in a shortage of mangoes." read more

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K-Adriatica, an Italian company with over 50 years of experience in the European agricultural market and a leading player in crop nutrition and specialized inputs, announces the transfer of key assets to Advanta Seeds, a global seed company part of the UPL group. read more

As is well known, the mushroom sector is very sensitive, and the risks of inaccurate weighing are common. "With our solution, we increase companies' margins by 30-60%," says Michael Saltuari, CEO of TopControl. "Harvesting and packing companies are under significant cost pressure." read more

The "Golden Channel" is transforming the tropical fruit trade in China, as reported by People's Daily Online and noted by News Iqilu. With durian prices decreasing and quality improving, the fruit is now reaching Chengdu in just 72 hours, thanks to the China-Laos Railway and efficient cold chain logistics, cutting transportation time in half compared to road transport. read more

Na Interpera konferencji, która odbyła się 25 czerwca, przedstawiciele branży omówili obecne i przyszłe wyzwania stojące przed produkcją gruszek, w tym niedobór siły roboczej, dostosowanie do ograniczeń fitosanitarnych, zarządzanie wodą oraz malejące spożycie wśród młodszych konsumentów. Flamandzki Minister Rolnictwa. read more

Products like lucuma, passion fruit, cherimoya, and organic pineapple have gained popularity, not necessarily due to their quantities, but because of their potential for differentiation in specialized market segments. Companies like Mariposa Andina, operating in the Andean and Amazon regions, are leveraging these unique products. read more

Georgia ranks among the top countries worldwide when it comes to walnut consumption per capita. You'll be hard-pressed to find a Georgian village without at least one walnut tree, or a restaurant in Tbilisi without a dish that features walnuts. Have you ever tried Pkhali, a cold vegetable purée blended with walnuts? read more

Air cargo operations continue to have a significant impact on the global transportation of perishable goods, meeting the demand for fast delivery and high-quality product preservation. Perishable items, like fruits and vegetables, rely on air freight to ensure they remain fresh as they travel across various industries such as retail, hospitality, and. read more

As China transitions into summer, Mexico embraces the rainy season. During sunny intervals, lychees, imported from China, liven up Mexican streets. Contrary to visitors' expectations, lychees have long-standing roots in Mexico, tracing back over a century. In the late 19th century, Chinese read more

After closing 2024 with exports totaling 3.6 billion dollars, Ecuador shipped abroad 2.5 million tons of bananas in the first four months of 2025, registering a 3% increase compared to the same period of the previous year, as reported by fyh.es. Despite this, read more

A South African delegation, led by Deputy President Paul Mashatile, visited the port infrastructure of St. Petersburg. They were impressed by a modern terminal that can store up to 11,000 tons of fruit. The delegation arrived just as a fruit shipment was being unloaded. read more

Praktycznie wszystkie jagody są obecnie uprawiane krajowo o tej porze roku, a popyt na nie jest wysoki przed Świętem Niepodległości. Ten artykuł zawiera zwięzłe podsumowanie jeżyn, malin, borówek i truskawek. Jeżyny Jeżyny są obecnie dostępne z naszych upraw. read more

Optimizing the packaging of fresh fruits and vegetables to reduce costs throughout the supply chain, while enhancing the value of the products. In pursuit of this goal, a project has been launched by the interprofessional organization Ortofrutta Italia, in collaboration with partners Consorzio Bestack and Cpr System. read more

Jest obecnie sezon na morele w Xinjiangu, Chinach. Spośród różnych odmian, zbieranie moreli Xiaobai zostało zakończone, morele Mango są w pełnym sezonie, a sezon na morele Diaogan właśnie się rozpoczął. "Morela Mango jest uprawiana w Xinjiangu od dawnych czasów i jest również. read more

The Tropicals Congress took place in Antwerp on Tuesday, 24 and Wednesday, 25 June 2025. Organised by Fruitnet, the event brought together stakeholders from around the world at the Hilton Antwerp to address the ongoing challenges facing exotic fruit. While these challenges are nothing new, it read more

The MV Commodore Clipper will resume daily winter sailings between Poole and Cherbourg, as confirmed by Brittany Ferries, marking a return for the route since its last operation in 2011. The service will run continuously from December 14, 2025, to March 29, 2026. Christophe Mathieu, chief read more

These are busy hours, with dozens of quotes being sent to European buyers daily. The majority of the shipments currently are trials aimed at comparing our product with those of other suppliers. There is a significant amount of skepticism among operators regarding watermelons this year. Nonetheless, sales have been positive so far. read more

In less than a month, the First Symposium of the Mantuan IGP Melon will bring together Italian and European production and distribution operators in Mantua for a three-day event dedicated to discussing current topics in the melon supply chain. The program will include guided tours of experimental fields, moments of discussion, and more. read more