"A poor summer also results in a weak market for stone fruit," says Van Dijk Foods to FreshPlaza. "The unfavorable weather conditions impact us in two ways. Firstly, there is simply not much demand for peaches or nectarines. Secondly, it prompts people to..." read more

In agriculture, sustainability starts with the soil. At Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, researchers are working to find innovative methods to preserve the soil and, at the same time, provide growers with protection solutions from the early stages of crop operations. read more

Renew or die. When the latest Downy Mildew race appeared last year, seed companies had to get to work to avoid being left out.

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A unique product in terms of taste and aroma, unrivaled in the market during the summer season. It is the Val Venosta cauliflower, which represents a true specialty of the VIP Consortium, as well as a product with a long and successful tradition, marked with the logo of two ladybugs, a guarantee. read more

In this campaign, Bayer has showcased in the field its variety of Dutch cucumber Estelar, the first of the QR Generation. read more

A highly innovative and custom-designed processing plant for flat peaches, nectarines, and pears to ensure optimal packaging of these particularly delicate fruits, while also automating various stages to reduce. read more

After several years of development, Top Seeds now has its first commercial variety of broccoli. It's called Nilo and marks a new milestone in their journey. read more

In comparison to other horticultural crops, the ongoing war and broader conflicts have had a minimal impact on the production of subtropical or exotic crops in Israel. read more

A merger between two of the major apple producers in north-east Italy, Società Frutticoltori Trento (SFT) and Cooperativa La Trentina, has been approved. read more

The project designation "NEmGem" stands for the reduction of "nitrogen (N) emissions in vegetable cultivation." The main goal of the project, as communicated by the Magdeburg-Stendal University, is to reduce nitrous oxide emissions through the removal, processing, and re-application of crop residues in field vegetable cultivation. read more

The product is grown by Brookberries, one of eight 'Inno Growers'. They are a group of greenhouse growers with a passion for innovation. read more

South Korea was the fastest growing market for exports of Ecuadorian bananas in the first half of 2024, according to the latest trade data shared by industry associations Aebe and Acorbanec. read more

Agrintesa, one of Italy's largest fresh produce suppliers, has recently installed a new, highly automated packing line with the aim of taking advantage of the growing demand for premium-grade fruit in Europe. read more

In order for agricultural crops such as vegetables, fruits, or potatoes to achieve their maximum yields even during dry periods, artificial irrigation is increasingly being used. read more

Tesco has partnered with Ella’s Kitchen to promote healthier choices by providing customers with free vegetables when they purchase products from the brand. read more

The harvest quantities are increasing, and thus the regional supply as well. Prices have significantly decreased at the German wholesale markets. read more

Living plants, flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, seeds, cuttings, flower bulbs, and all other plant parts are referred to as plants or plant products. This recommendation applies especially when traveling from countries outside the EU. This also applies to places like the Canary Islands. read more

Catalonia's apple harvest is expected to reach 268,770 tonnes this year, which is 13 percent higher than in 2023 and 3 percent above the five-year average. All varieties have seen an increase compared to last year, especially Fuji, Granny Smith, and Gala. read more

As part of the current social media campaign, Tokio Hotel band members Gustav and Georg, along with influential figures such as @niklasunddavid, @fabiundphil, and @dorothy.js, hosted the evening. Participants of the event had the opportunity to purchase tickets in advance. read more

The Mojito Fresh™ developed by Bloom Fresh was considered atypical due to its very special herbal and mint flavor. Despite the uncertainty that such an unusual taste could cause, the Uvasdoce Fresh team recognized the unique opportunity to offer this. read more