The approach is to combine scientific facts with show effects, explain the organizers; in addition, well-known (Italian) faces are supposed to speak as ambassadors of healthy eating. Five talks are part of the program of the Healthy Food Show, with each. read more

As part of the Aldi Süd dietary change, the discounter has already started in 2023 to optimize its food offer for children. This includes food that does not meet the criteria of the World Health Organization (WHO) but may appeal to children due to their appearance. read more

The plant protection product is mainly used worldwide in conventional banana cultivation. Mancozeb is considered to be highly harmful to fertility and can, according to the European Food Safety Authority, induce thyroid cancer. Its use has been banned in the EU since 2022. read more

"It's really cool that I already have completed the additional training, as this will allow me to achieve my first career goal of becoming a manager of the fruit and vegetable department even faster," says Aid Rahmani, an apprentice at the Spar Academy in Vienna in the first year of training. read more

By the end of 2035, the market is expected to reach a volume of 5.8 million tons and a total value of 6.3 billion US dollars. Overall, there will be an upward trend in consumption in the EU over the next ten years. In 2024, banana consumption in the read more

Based on two fruit fly species, researchers have discovered that even small differences in gene regulation can influence the development of eyes. This was the same gene, whose activation timing significantly affects eye size and therefore vision. read more

This year, the Association of German Mushroom and Specialty Mushroom Growers (BDC) was able to participate as an associate member and present the challenges and achievements of specialty mushroom cultivation. The BDC presented mushroom cultivation in the flower hall as vividly as possible: from the read more

"The possibility to export our lemons to Brazil has been solved by the publication of a decree clarifying the phytosanitary conditions for the import of lemons from Portugal," assured José Manuel Fernandes. Now, "it is time to..." read more

According to a report from the RVO, the organizations will receive a total of around 165 million euros in EU subsidies. These subsidies are primarily intended for measures to promote the ecological sustainability and improvement of the Dutch fruit and vegetable cultivation. Key areas of the programs include energy conservation, read more

The Federal Minister for Food and Agriculture, Cem Özdemir, has repeatedly called on the EU Commission to make EU aid for frost damage available to German fruit and wine growers. read more

With 253 tons sold, Gala was the top-selling variety in February 2025. In second place is Topaz with 113 tons, followed by Jonagold with a decrease of 47 tons. The inventory of premium apple varieties was reduced by 100 tons. The total inventory by the end of February amounts to. read more

"For direct marketing, the first plots have been ordered. This is good, about a week earlier than usual. Now we have to see how the weather continues to develop and then gradually plant more of our delicious tubers in the ground," explains Joachim Hasberg. read more

The inventory reduction is 1,059 tons above the five-year average of 7,401 tons, according to Swisscofel and the Swiss Fruit Association. read more

The European Union was the largest market with 32.61% of the total volume, followed by Russia with 19.42% and the USA with 13.99%. Other markets included the Middle East (11.36%) and the Southern South America (6.84%). read more

The Pijnacker Innovation Center has a state-of-the-art greenhouse where around 300 varieties of tomatoes are grown, including those with advanced hybrid lighting systems (90 mmol HPS and 120 mmol LED). The greenhouse is designed to be more efficient than a traditional one. read more

High-ranking representatives of the berry industry will gather at the Ahoy Convention Centre in Rotterdam for a one-day conference and networking event, followed by a morning of visits to nearby production, logistics, and research sites. read more

The sales in the Fresh segment increased by 9.4% or 70.4 million US dollars in the fourth quarter, primarily due to higher global volume of bananas sold, higher global prices for pineapples, and higher prices and volume for plantains in North America. read more

In the past ten years, South Africa has increased the quantity of grapes it exports to its key traditional markets, the United Kingdom and the EU. This occurred in line with the overall growth in the volume of exported grapes. read more

According to a report from the newspaper Diario Vanguardia, domestic demand is increasing due to the growing popularity and nutritional benefits of the fruit. The country offers favorable conditions for its development, including fertile land, abundant water resources, and a read more

In the first edition of its nutrition report, Aldi Suisse presents binding goals. The newly released report was created in cooperation with the Swiss Society for Nutrition SGE and underscores the clear commitment of the discount retailer to promoting conscious nutrition. read more