Australian researchers are testing new technologies to decrease manual labor in fruit production.
2025-07-30 13:00
Badanie technologii zaawansowanych w stanie australijskim Wiktoria ma na celu obniżenie kosztów, a zwłaszcza zmniejszenie potrzeby do pracy manualnej, która staje się coraz droższym i rzadszym zasobem.
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Semillas Fitó wins Retina ECO Award
2025-07-30 12:00
Barcelona-based Semillas Fitó has been awarded a Retina ECO Award for its innovation in developing new, more efficient vegetable varieties and pioneering the first specific methodology for calculating the ecological footprint of vegetable crops at the varietal level.
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New Bayer herbicide Icafolin to support sustainable fruit growing
2025-07-30 11:00
Icafolin is the first new mechanism of action for post-emergent weed control in field crops in over 30 years. Bayer expects a peak sales potential of 750 million euros and plans to launch Icafolin in Brazil in 2028, followed by the USA.
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Bayer is moving ahead with the EU registration process for icafolin-methyl, the first new herbicide mode of action in 30 years.
2025-07-30 11:00
Bayer has announced that it is progressing with registration applications for icafolin-methyl in the European Union, after already submitting applications in Brazil, the US, and Canada.
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The US Highbush Blueberry Council has launched a new campaign called 'Blueberries Go Big' to increase consumer engagement.
2025-07-30 11:00
The US Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) has announced the launch of a new marketing campaign, featuring two ads celebrating the immense benefits of blueberries in every bite or handful.
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The Regional Minister of Agriculture for Murcia, Sara Rubira, met with Joaquín Rubio, the new president of Ailimpo this week to congratulate him on his recent appointment and encourage him to "continue tirelessly defending the great work done by lemon and grapefruit farmers in the Region of Murcia."
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Global Women Fresh has released information about their participation in the upcoming Fruit Attraction event.
2025-07-30 10:00
Global Women Fresh (GWF), the community for women in the fresh produce industry, will host its inaugural Global Network Panel and Cocktail event during this year's Fruit Attraction trade fair in Madrid.
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Spain: Successful season for Pomelo de España®
2025-07-30 10:00
The total production of this season amounted to 102,000 tons, marking the first time that Spain has exceeded the 100,000-ton mark. Over 72,000 tons were exported, setting a new record. Pomelo de España® are now consumed in over 40 countries, with 80% ...
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Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: Strawberry harvest significantly above previous year's level
2025-07-30 10:00
As reported by the Statistical Office of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, the cultivation area for strawberries this year is just under 700 hectares. In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, strawberries are being harvested contrary to the national trend, where a 4% lower strawberry harvest is predicted.
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"The Agricultural Solutions segment significantly increased its results and recorded a notable volume growth of 21% compared to the previous year's quarter," said BASF CEO Dr. Markus Kamieth. The Surface Technologies and Nutrition & Care segments also achieved slight
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Product knowledge, quality control of citrus fruits - Background on quality control in the fresh seminar.
2025-07-30 09:00
The Online Freshness Seminar on September 10, 2025 is an excellent opportunity to learn more about various citrus fruits such as oranges, mandarins, and grapefruits. The topics covered will include the botanical characteristics of citrus plants, cultivation and harvesting methods, as well as...
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The Wiggles have started a tour supported by the Australian Fruit and Vegetable Industry.
2025-07-30 03:00
The Australian Fruit and Vegetable Industry, as part of its national campaign 'Fruit and Veggies Yummy Yummy', will sponsor The Wiggles' upcoming Tree of Wisdom Big Show Arena Spectacular Tour.
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Australia is facing severe droughts that are expected to result in fresh produce becoming a rare occurrence, according to the UN climate chief.
2025-07-29 16:00
Australia is facing devastating "mega droughts" that will destroy crops and lead to fresh fruit and vegetables becoming a rare treat each year, warns one of the top experts on climate change at the United Nations.
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The 'Fruit & Veg on Prescription' scheme reduces GP visits by 15 per cent in Tower Hamlets.
2025-07-29 16:00
A groundbreaking project in the London borough of Tower Hamlets that prescribes fruits and vegetables has reported to have enhanced the physical health of 80% of participants, resulting in a 15% reduction in GP visits.
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The 'Fruit & Veg on Prescription' scheme has reduced GP visits by 15 per cent in London.
2025-07-29 16:00
A groundbreaking fruit and vegetable prescription program in the London borough of Tower Hamlets has shown to enhance the physical health of 80% of participants, resulting in a 15% reduction in GP visits.
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Ribena's parent company has invested almost £1 million in the JHI blackcurrant program.
2025-07-29 15:00
The owner of Ribena, Suntory Beverage & Food Great Britain and Ireland (SBF GB&I), has announced an investment of £920,000 over the next five years to continue its blackcurrant breeding programme with the James Hutton Institute (JHI).
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South African citrus growers are asking President Ramaphosa for help as the US threatens to impose high tariffs starting on August 1st.
2025-07-29 13:00
The citrus industry in South Africa has taken last-minute steps to try to prevent, or at least postpone, punitive US tariffs that are set to come into effect on Friday, August 1st.
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YouGov Consumer Index: Very differentiated sales results due to contrasting price developments in fruit, vegetables, and potatoes
2025-07-29 13:00
Both fruits and vegetables increase sales by three percent compared to the previous year. However, the revenue results vary greatly due to contrasting price developments.
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Holandia przewiduje, że w tym roku wyprodukowane zostanie więcej jabłek i gruszek, zgodnie z nowymi danymi opublikowanymi przez GroentenFruit Huis i Holenderską Organizację Producentów Owoców (NFO).
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Spain: PSB consolidates its segment in flat peaches with SEKOYA
2025-07-29 11:00
The SEKOYA is characterized by its firm and juicy flesh, good size, easy cultivation, and durability on the tree and during storage. "This variety embodies our vision of variety innovation: offering fruits that ensure quality and productivity.
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