The Organic Agriculture Committee of the Valencian Community (CAECV), the body responsible for the control, certification, representation and defence of organic products, as well as their research and promotion, presents its new promotional campaign for 2023,
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In the dynamic world of tomato production, every so often a major disruptive factor emerges that creates a demand for the industry to adapt and succeed. One such disruptive factor is the tomato rough rot virus (ToBRFV); which is spreading rapidly, affecting
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EL PINAR's strawberry plant nurseries are in the middle of the season, in an advanced process of stolon emission that will allow them to meet the demands of their customers in the main markets of the Mediterranean Arc, with a quality plant and maximum guarantees.
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The pesticide reduction targets in the Commission's proposal for a Regulation on the sustainable use of plant protection products ("SUR") "do not threaten food security, even if the impact of the war in Ukraine is taken into account", the Commission explains.
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Last week, the European Commission presented its proposals for the regulation of gene-editing techniques (NGTs) and plant reproductive material (PRM). Both regulations are essential for Europe's agricultural sector to remain at the forefront of the world,
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FEPEX and ECOEMBES organised a webinar on the implications of the application of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to commercial and industrial packaging, derived from the new Royal Decree 1055/2022 on packaging and packaging waste. It also analysed the

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The European project Perfect Life, which has a multidisciplinary and cross-cutting value, aims to reduce the use and emission of pesticides into the environment with user-friendly tools and technology, is coming to an end after 5 years of implementation. read more

The Coordinadora de Organizaciones de Agricultores y Ganaderos (COAG) has presented to the main political parties contesting the general elections on 23 July a document of agrarian proposals that includes more than 100 concrete measures to protect the "middle class" from the "middle class".
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Bremia lactucae, or lettuce downy mildew, is a common plant disease of lettuce. This fungus can have a major impact on lettuce cultivation. Bremia lactucae, the causal agent of lettuce downy mildew, is genetically highly variable. Even in the same field of
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Nowadays, consumers are looking for alternatives to prepare their dishes more quickly to eat at home and thus simplify menus, but without forgetting the flavour or nutritional values, which are increasingly valued by consumers. read more

From 3 to 7 July, BASF held a new edition of its Melon and Watermelon Business Event for Experts at its research centre in Finca Lo Ruiz (La Palma, Region of Murcia). Under the title 'What's next?', the multinational, which operates in the horticultural seeds market
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Semillas Fitó held its Melon Show in Campo de Cartagena. For two days, attendees were able to see a good part of its extensive melon and watermelon catalogue. A portfolio to which three new and interesting varieties have been added. read more

According to the forecasts of the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), for the next few days in the Region of Murcia and the east of the peninsula, an air mass of Saharan origin, very warm and dry, is expected to exceed 38ºC and the possible activation of alerts (orange, yellow and yellow).
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In the framework of the FOODCOLLECT II project, AINIA has developed an autonomous system for the detection and harvesting of fruits from the soil based on photonic technologies, 3D vision, artificial intelligence and mobile robotics. The combination of these technologies has made possible the development of
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"The organic sector in the Valencian Community is solving two historical problems in the agricultural sector: the lack of generational replacement and the incorporation of women", according to the Regional Minister for Agriculture, Isaura Navarro, during the presentation this morning.
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The tiger mosquito, known to all for its annoying bites, is an exotic and invasive species that also poses a risk to public health, as it is a vector of up to 22 diseases, including dengue and Zika. Hence the importance of combating it. read more

On Saturday 1 July, the International Bremia Evaluation Board of the EU (IBEB-EU) officially identified three new breeds of Bremia in lettuce, Bl:38EU, BI:39EU and BI:40EU. Several tests on Bejo's lettuce range have shown that almost all of our

Bremia breeds

are not only the best in the world, but also the best in the world.
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For this reason, Grupo Autor has been working for years on the adaptation and maintenance of its clean room where the pieces are cut into quarters and halves, filmed and kept in a constant cold atmosphere until they reach their final destination in the various retail chains.
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In vegetables, the group of fruits and flowers, which includes the most popular ones, such as tomatoes, cucumbers and cabbages, fell by 14%. In fruit, the most consumed are citrus fruits, with a fall of 8%. read more

The 3rd Peru Mango Digital Forum, held on the 21st June, was a "resounding success", having aroused great interest both in the Peruvian mango industry and in the mango sector throughout Latin America. The event, promoted by La Agencia Agraria de Noticias

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