Ahead of the 100th anniversary of the United Nations in 2045, the Vision 2045 campaign presents a series of documentary films featuring prominent figures who are championing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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This was stated by the Director of the Centre for Crop and Food Innovation at Murdoch University, Professor Rajeev Varshney. "The project will also focus on integrating genomic insights and molecular markers into practical breeding programs to remain globally competitive."
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According to the Federal Statistical Office, due to the cool and wet weather this year, an estimated 734,000 tons of apples are expected to be harvested - 15.7% less than last year, but still more than enough to fill the shelves of supermarkets and storage.
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Turkey: Five percent fewer cherries
2024-08-27 11:00
This information comes from a recent report by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The total quantity consists of 700,000 tons of sweet cherries and 200,000 tons of sour cherries. The production is mainly concentrated in the western part of Turkey, specifically in the coastal province of Izmir.
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EU agricultural exports have increased significantly.
2024-08-27 10:00
While especially the Spaniards repeatedly complain about increasing tomato and fruit deliveries from Morocco, the European Union was able to significantly expand its agricultural exports to the North African country in terms of value. This information comes from a recent Trade Report of the European Union.
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Staay Food Group: Mangos and avocados from Eat & Care on the market - Launch of melons and pome fruit
2024-08-26 11:00
The first products in this new line are mangoes and avocados. According to its own statements, Staay is partnering with the Belgian company Special Fruit for the delivery of these products. Thanks to years of experience in ripening fruits into Ready-to-Eat (RTE) products, the company offers.
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Australia: Good prospects for the stone fruit harvest
2024-08-23 13:00
This information is provided by reefertrends and is based on a report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). According to the report, cherry production is expected to increase by 8% to 20,000 tons, while a 6% increase is forecasted for peaches and nectarines. The exports...
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Egypt: Strawberry exports to Kazakhstan have skyrocketed
2024-08-23 10:00
In the economic year 2022/23 (July-June), Egypt has risen to become the third largest supplier of fresh strawberries after Kazakhstan, with a total of 280 tons leading the way. For comparison: In the previous four economic years, the annual export of this berry was
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Peru: Dragon fruit with great potential
2024-08-22 17:00
Accordingly, the fruit has become an important crop in several regions of the country, utilizing its adaptability to various climates and soils. The cultivation of pitahaya in Peru originated in the Peruvian jungle, where it has been grown since ancient times.
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Seeka reports a significant net profit in the first half of 2024.
2024-08-22 12:00
The CEO Michael Franks stated that the kiwi volume has recovered after two difficult seasons. "In New Zealand, our fruit production increased by 17 million trays, a 53% growth compared to 2023, and our Australian production also experienced an improvement."
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Claudio Scalise, who was born on May 21, 1958 in Calabria, moved to Bologna after finishing school, where he obtained a degree in agriculture and specialized in economic and trade policy issues. Later, he became the founder and managing director.
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QS Academy: Live online seminar on the origin label Germany.
2024-08-22 12:00
Since that time, among other things, fruits, vegetables, and potatoes can also be labeled with the origin mark "Germany - Good from German Agriculture". The requirement for labeling is the complete production in Germany. A new live online seminar is also available.
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Poland: Vegetable production suffers first from excess moisture, then from drought.
2024-08-21 11:00
This year's cabbage harvest is estimated at around 593,000 tons, with the yield of late varieties expected to have a crucial influence on the final figure. Cauliflower production is estimated at 111,000 tons. The onion harvest could increase this year due to an expansion of.
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Wastewater utilization: Pilot plant in vegetable cultivation
2024-08-20 10:00
According to ISOE, the plants in the facility are supplied with nutrients through a solution in containers without soil. These systems were chosen because they have already proven to be water-efficient. The HypoWave system is expected to shine by using treated water instead of fresh water as typically used.
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Lower Saxony promotes future prospects for the people in Ukraine.
2024-08-20 09:00
With this funding, Lower Saxony demonstrates solidarity with the people in Ukraine. The money will go towards a center for organic vegetables in the Mykolaiv Oblast, aiming to convert seasonal jobs in vegetable processing into year-round positions in the medium term. The region is...
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Fresh Del Monte presents the fruit snack Fruitini.
2024-08-19 14:00
"In recent times, 'healthy snacking' has gained popularity and fruit has increasingly become a go-to snack. Children and adults are opting for fruit-based snacks more frequently, especially when they come in the form of 'convenience food'. The Fresh Del Monte Fruitinis offer a"
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Egypt: Increase in fruit exports
2024-08-19 12:00
reefertrends reported this, citing a report from the Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk. According to the report, a total of 2,077,386 tons of citrus fruits accounted for a large portion of these exports. Fresh potatoes followed closely behind with 957,481 tons.
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Austria: 100 million euros in drought damages
2024-08-19 12:00
In this estimate, 100 million euros are attributed solely to the risk of drought. Especially in eastern Austria, autumn crops such as corn, soybeans, and sugar beets, as well as grassland, would suffer from the lack of rainfall and the heat of the past weeks, explained the.
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Straw as a valuable resource in mushroom production.
2024-08-19 11:00
The so-called mycelium, which is the entire underground network of hyphae of a fungus, is, according to the Green Media House (GMH), much larger than the aboveground fruiting bodies. "For the fungus, the fruiting bodies are - according to current knowledge - more of a means to an end: they serve as."
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Lower Saxony: Fruit farmers expect a good harvest.
2024-08-19 10:00
Climate extremes have always existed, but their frequency has noticeably increased due to climate change. "The Alte Land, with its moderate climate, however, has a real location advantage," says Schliecker gratefully.
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