According to the Thuringian State Office for Statistics, a hectare yield of 5.9 t is expected for sweet cherries. The initial forecast for sour cherries is 10.4 t/ha. The yield for sweet cherries is expected to be above the long-term average according to this initial forecast. read more

This is a decrease compared to the confirmed total of 676,603 tonnes in 2024. The decline in production is reflected in several producer countries, including Spain, France, Portugal, Cyprus, and Greece. Spain remains the leading banana producer in the EU with read more

In fruit cultivation, diseases such as fire blight, scab, powdery mildew, or pests like the spotted wing drosophila are life-threatening. New breeding technologies could more quickly and effectively integrate resistances or robustness into varieties - without using transgenic genetic material. This allows for a significant... read more

The harvest in Turkey is significantly smaller, but in Germany, more sweet cherries are being harvested. The effects of this are already evident in the promotional offers of the retail food sector. read more

"PCH said, 'With these combined investments, we can take research to the next level and better support strawberry and greenhouse vegetable growers.'" read more

Joaquín Rubio, agricultural engineer, professional farmer, and lemon producer, has been the president of the Cooperativa El Limonar de Santomera/Murcia since 2023 and represents the Cooperativas Agroalimentarias at AILIMPO (Association of Lemon and Grapefruit Producers). The new president emphasized: "I look forward to..." read more

The experts agreed that there are numerous challenges to overcome, including labor shortages, the need to adapt cultivation methods in response to phytosanitary restrictions, and improve water management. Additionally, there is the important aspect read more

"Here, vegetable growers and retail chain partners from all over the world discover the latest varieties, innovations in seed technology, and sustainable agricultural practices. Throughout the event, there are numerous opportunities to learn about the opportunities and challenges in the industry." read more

This move is a significant step in the company's international growth strategy, as reported by reefertrends. The new area, approximately 7,200 m2, allows for sorting and packaging of the fruit on-site, increasing efficiency and reducing transportation times. Up until now, read more

Brazil exported $409.7 million worth of fruits in the first five months of 2025, representing a 5.4% increase compared to the same period last year. In terms of quantity, 442,300 tons (+24%) were exported. These numbers were reported by Agrolink. read more

The Green Media House emphasizes that edible mushrooms are easy, quick, and versatile to prepare - ideal for healthy enjoyment moments at the next barbecue. They are rich in vitamins, proteins, minerals, and dietary fibers and can satisfy without weighing you down. read more

In the food forest, research is being conducted to examine which species can cope with the changing climate. It also establishes a connection to modern fruit cultivation through agroforestry. The goal is to explore through various cultivation methods how fruit cultivation can be even more in harmony with nature. read more

But snack cucumbers and snack bell peppers are also increasingly finding their way into shopping carts. This is based on information from GroentenFruit Huis, which relies on data from Circana supermarkets. read more

The bananas bear the WWF program logo to inform customers that the products come from a cultivation program for a better banana. This way, Netto supports environmental and climate protection, and also improves working conditions on the program farms. read more

The tickets cost 450 euros until then, after which the registration fee is 650 euros. read more

This represents an increase of 5% compared to the previous trade fair. In total, over 2,500 companies are expected, occupying an area of 75,000 m2, and attracting 120,000 professional visitors from 150 countries. read more

In the Lake Constance region, sweet cherries are predominantly cultivated in protected roof cultivation. This production standard ensures uniform ripening conditions, protects the delicate fruits from weather influences, and guarantees consistently high quality. Lake Constance itself read more

After Pfalzmarkt eG started very well in the nationwide marketing of royal asparagus at the end of March with very good qualities, suitable quantities, and producer prices, the market situation quickly changed for the sales specialists at the Mutterstadt asparagus office. read more

This collaboration includes in particular the development of new table grape varieties as well as other species and varieties in production in Ecuador. read more

His second landfall, as reported by reefertrends, occurred on June 14 around 12:30 pm on the west coast of the city of Leizhou in Guangdong province, with maximum sustained winds near its center reaching 30 meters per second. Crops in the provinces of Hainan, Guangdong, and... read more