Sekoya has introduced a new blueberry vending machine in its latest effort to enhance the snacking market and boost the growth of the blueberry category. read more

Due to the unstable spring weather (hot/cold/wet/hail), fewer pears are hanging on the trees compared to last year. Most pears have recovered well from the hail in spring. The Conference variety, which accounts for almost 80% of the Dutch pear harvest, is estimated at 258 million. read more

With his appointment, the focus is once again placed on increasing agricultural productivity, biosafety, and expanding market access for South African products. read more

Following the cold fronts that brought floods and strong winds to the Western Cape, extreme cold conditions spread further north in the country, leading to severe frost at the beginning of week 30. This resulted in entire lemon and orange plantations being destroyed, causing significant. read more

The cultivation area of productive asparagus was 3,500 hectares, which is roughly the same as the previous year. According to the Office for Statistics Berlin-Brandenburg, the harvest quantity decreased by 2,100 tons compared to the previous year, but increased by 7% compared to 2022. read more

As QS reports referring to the BVL, the emergency authorization granted for Fonganil Gold based on Article 53 of Regulation (EC) No. 1107/2009 is issued for the control of false mildew in the cultivation of young plants of lettuce varieties and fresh herbs in greenhouses. read more

As reported by QS citing the BVL, the emergency authorization for Folpan 80 WDG applies exclusively to pome fruit farms in Baden-Württemberg in the districts of Bodenseekreis, Ravensburg, and Lindau, and is valid from July 18 to November 14, 2024. read more

The cultivation area where asparagus could be harvested covers approximately 3,100 hectares. The remaining approximately 400 hectares are allocated to young plantations that are not yet yielding any produce. This year, the total cultivation area is 4.2% larger than in 2023 (3,344 hectares). Compared to the average of the years 2018 to... read more

Fruits are a vital part of food security, thanks to their nutritious properties. As consumers worldwide shift their habits towards healthier and more sustainable options, the global market for these products must not only meet the demand but also

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Nastąpił wcześniejszy początek sezonu na borówki w Polsce w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, mówi Sandra Stefaniak-Syguła, współwłaścicielka polskiego handlowca jagodami Berrytrade: "Dla nas sezon na polskie borówki rozpoczął się 24 czerwca, czyli o około dwa tygodnie wcześniej niż w 2023 roku". read more

This high-end variety has a sweetness that can reach 15 ºBrix and a balanced acidity, guaranteeing an exceptional flavor. Its large size, smooth skin, and easy peeling make it very attractive, in addition to presenting an excellent capacity for. read more

The fruit and vegetable sector loses one of its most visionary fathers: Marino Boffetti, successful entrepreneur and founder of Boffetti Marino Srl, passed away on Friday at the age of 85. Born in Strozza, Valle Imagna, and residing in Brembate di Sopra, Boffetti dedicated his life to. read more

Rozwój rynku dzikiej tarniny: potencjał, nisze i perspektywy wzrostu read more

Second edition of Dole Summer Vibes, the itinerant event promoted by Dole Italia, which will liven up some of the most charming beaches in the Boot. Fun, sweet tastings of fresh fruit, and distribution of gadgets will characterize the 8 stops of the tour starting from Viareggio on the first. read more

Preserve fruit for a long time, sustainably, while saving on energy costs. This is the Cool-Fit solution by Gf Piping Systems. Implemented in an apple orchard in Switzerland. read more

The hot air balloon, symbol of the Cosmic Crisp apple, the apple "with a celestial taste" that has been entering the fruit and vegetable department for a few years now and promises to be a game changer in the category, is ready to take flight in the skies in Italy and Germany, after read more

Green light for the merger between the Trento Fruit Growers Society (SFT) and the La Trentina Cooperative. Indeed, during their respective assemblies today, the members of the two cooperatives approved the merger plan proposed by the Boards of Directors. This initiative, the latter, arises in response to a read more

Harvista™ 1.3 SC, AgroFresh's new pre-harvest solution, has obtained emergency authorization from the Ministry of Health for use during the apple and pear harvest of the year 2024 (for 120 days). The request was made by the main producers' associations. read more

Fruits and vegetables usually have different consumption occasions and uses, and for this reason, in supermarkets they also have two dedicated and distinct areas. Fruits are consumed more often as a dessert or as a snack, at most as a quick snack. In the case of vegetables, read more

Studying in great detail the soil in some representative sites of the fruit and vegetable sector in the Emilia-Romagna region to assess its health status, activating a pilot Soil Service, initiating field discussions with a participatory approach to share with technicians and farmers. read more