Eden Research has announced that it has received regulatory approval for the use of its leading biofungicide, Mevalone, in Germany. read more

At the Eagleview Orchard in Kirup, Western Australia, Oxair's specialized nitrogen generation technology is being utilized in controlled atmosphere cold rooms to preserve apples and pears after harvest. read more

Container distribution along the East Coast and Gulf Coast of the United States may face a halt at the beginning of October if, as it appears increasingly probable, terminal operators and port workers do not reach an agreement on a new six-year labor contract. read more

The variety, which appears somewhat rustic and is covered in rust in the stem pit, remains crisp and firm until harvest even at high temperatures. read more

The fruit growing sector is particularly affected, with an average damage level of around 80%. Similarly, in the wine sector, yield losses of approximately 70% are expected, as reported by the Ministry of Economy, Tourism, Agriculture, and Forestry. read more

The final process to resolve the dispute between South Africa and the European Union regarding citrus black spot (CBS) and false codling moth (FCM) appears to be gaining momentum. read more

The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) has announced its projection for the 2024 fresh apple season in Washington State, forecasting a harvest of 124 million standard (40lb) boxes of apples. read more

Maliny będą rosły w całym sierpniu ze względu na cieplejsze temperatury, ogłosiła organizacja branżowa British Berry Growers. read more

One of the largest agricultural organizations in Spain is calling on the European Union to provide more support to fruit growers in combating a mosquito infestation that could have a negative impact on fruit production in the eastern part of the country. read more

Egyptian producer-exporter Pico Modern Agriculture will showcase its new varieties of strawberries and grapes at the upcoming Asia Fruit Logistica exhibition in Hong Kong. The company will also introduce avocados and Barhi dates to its product range, as announced by regional sales manager Muhammad Fayed. read more

The study shows that 34% of parents are currently buying less fresh fruit than they were a year ago, as the cost of living crisis continues to put pressure on household budgets. Additionally, a quarter of parents also reported that their children are eating less fresh fruit during the summer holidays. read more

In particular, water-intensive agriculture relies on efficient solutions. In the research project HypoWave+, a farm in Lower Saxony is currently implementing a particularly water-saving method for hydroponic vegetable cultivation using high-quality recycled wastewater. read more

During the event, you will receive an overview of the legal requirements and the requirements of the individual standard setters in relation to HACCP. read more

This, together with their spicy taste, makes them a popular ingredient in soups, sauces, and salads. A large part of the onions comes from Lower Saxony, where the harvest is starting these days. How it turns out remains exciting, as some areas regionally have had issues due to the rainy weather this year. read more

Popyt na brytyjskie borówki gwałtownie rośnie, co skutkuje zwiększeniem produkcji przez plantatorów. read more

Reefertrends reports this, citing the retailer Tesco. According to them, the demand for blueberries increased by 27% last year. This surge in popularity is attributed to the growing awareness of the fruit's health benefits. Blueberries are rich in... read more

The heat in July has affected the yields of some crops, according to analysts. In particular, vegetable and potato harvests are expected to be smaller than last year. The NBU lowered its estimate for the vegetable harvest from 8.5 million tonnes to 7.9 million tonnes. The situation remains unchanged for the. read more

This is shown by the latest estimate from the Statistical Service of the French Ministry of Agriculture (Agreste). According to this, the total production for 2024 is estimated at 280,500 tons of melons; that would be 10% less than in 2023. However, the average of the past five years would still be about read more

In Switzerland, artichoke production is a small niche. According to the Agricultural Information Service (LID), Swiss artichokes are in season from July to October. read more

As QS informs with reference to the BVL, the partial revocation also applies to corresponding applications of the Carneol distribution expansion (permit no.: 006899-60). read more