The collection of Romagnole strawberries produced using the out-of-soil technique from the Zavoli farm in Poggio Torriana (Rimini) is in full swing. We spoke with the producer Stefano Zavoli to discuss the cultivation process, which is part of the "Heart Beyond the Obstacle" project. read more

Cyclone, one of the latest varieties of peppers introduced by Blumen (click here to learn more), has shown excellent tolerance to abiotic stresses generated by climate change and excellent uniformity and continuity of production throughout the entire production cycle. Additionally, the excellent read more

Po kolejnym nietypowym wiośnie z zbyt dużą ilością deszczu i zbyt mało słońca, europejski przemysł przetwórstwa owoców ma poważne obawy dotyczące dostaw surowców. Zmiany klimatu są obecne, rzeczywiste, a ich wpływ sprawia, że "normalne lata" stają się wyjątkiem. Kilka upraw owoców zostało read more

Osiem lat temu irlandzka gospodyni domowa Maria Flynn z Ballymakenny Farm Heritage Potatoes zaczęła uprawiać ziemniaki dziedzictwa. Wtedy miała tylko jedną odmianę, Violetta. Traktowała to jako swoje hobby. Przesuwając się do roku 2024: Maria obecnie uprawia osiem różnych odmian ziemniaków dziedzictwa i jest read more

Hendrix Fruit & Vegetables BV and P. Seelen Grubbenvorst BV signed a cooperation agreement on 8 July, formalizing the creation of the new company Hendrix & van Leeuwen BV. Jeroen Hendrix, the owner and director of the eponymous company, will assume the role of managing director in this new venture. read more

Another week has passed with lemon prices reported to be below the average of the last 5 seasons. In fact, in the last week of June, they were 52% below the average, with a national average price of 0.18 €/kilo, according to data from the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. Source: read more

Cena granatu, znanego ze swoich właściwości odżywczych i uważanego za superfood, wzrosła na międzynarodowych rynkach, szczególnie w tych o wysokich dochodach. Pomimo tego korzystnego scenariusza peruwiański granat napotyka przeszkody w wykorzystaniu tego trendu. Tradycyjnie read more

The mountain cherry harvest of VIP started on Monday, July 8th in Val Venosta; it is expected to last until mid-August. A handful of weeks that offer true taste gems: very sweet cherries, with firm and crunchy flesh and intense color. The volumes are expected to. read more

Romagnoli F.lli doesn't leave empty-handed. On the occasion of the 2024 Gdoweek Brands Award, the potatoes by Vita Armonia Gourmet won the prize as the absolute winners of the new entry for the 25th edition of the event. "Through a long research work," Giulio comments. read more

Gullino Group, a company based in Saluzzo (Cuneo) and active since 1969 in the sustainable production of fresh fruit, specializing in kiwi, has formed a partnership with Jingold to obtain a license for the cultivation of its innovative yellow-flesh kiwi, known and appreciated worldwide. read more

Rathgeb Bio is constructing a greenhouse at the location of its partner company, Kellermann Gemüsekulturen in Ellikon an der Thur. Fresh vegetables will be produced in 2025 utilizing a sustainable energy source. As is widely known, the family businesses Rathgeb Bio and Kellermann Gemüsekulturen have been. read more

Atypically low temperatures in South Africa, dropping to -6oC just before dawn in some parts of the Bushveld, have resulted in fields of vegetables collapsing and citrus fruit freezing in orchards across various areas of Limpopo Province. Low-lying orchards and fields in the Limpopo region have been particularly impacted. read more

The 2024 potato campaign did not start off in the best way in the Bolognese region, one of the most suitable areas in Italy for this crop. According to the analysis of Confagricoltura Bologna, there are several reasons for this: difficulties in sourcing seed potatoes, whose prices have increased. read more

Wilco, a leading agricultural cooperative operating in the Pacific Northwest and Northern California, has declared its intention to sell off its Hazelnut Growers of Oregon (HGO) business. This move enables Wilco to redirect its investments and resources towards achieving sustainable long-term growth and improving its services. read more

With an average of 900-1,000 tonnes transported on Emirates flights around the world every day, perishables are by far the largest business unit for Emirates. Air-freighted perishables usually include fruits, vegetables, seafood, meats, and dairy products, as well as flowers, seeds, and plants. read more

HM.Clause's Dharma F1 zucchini variety, from its NO-ND - New Delhi resistance range (ToLCNDV), has become "a reliable choice for farmers specializing in this horticultural crop." "It was the first zucchini variety to have resistance to the New Delhi virus that the company introduced, and it has read more

The Ministry of Economy of Georgia announced on Tuesday that 500 tonnes of blueberries will be exported to the European Union and the United Kingdom as part of the Lead Generation Programme. This initiative is designed to link domestic producers with foreign buyers and enhance international market opportunities. read more

In Val Venosta, the mountain cherry harvest of Vip has begun: the campaign will last until mid-August. The volumes are expected to reach around 650 tons, in line with the previous season, with larger sizes (28+). Debut in the premium line of a major retailer. read more

In deep southern Illinois, larger orchards have seen an increase in peach production, in contrast to a challenging year for a grower located east of St. Louis. Austin Flamm, from Flamm Orchards near Cobden, reports a complete recovery to 100% production levels this season. read more

W większe zapotrzebowanie i wyższe ceny imbiru na początku tego roku, teraz przesunęły się na niższe zapotrzebowanie i ceny z półkuli północnej w związku z dobrą letnią pogodą. Peru zaoferowało się, aby zaspokoić zapotrzebowanie, a plantatorzy i eksporterzy przewidują, że zapasy imbiru zostaną zmniejszone później w sezonie. read more