Fructícola Empordà has invested 6.5 million euros in the construction of a warehouse that allows it to maintain all the qualities of the apple for a whole year using ACR technology (Advanced Control of Fruit Respiration), a unique system in Spain. The space has a
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Agriculture Committee takes further step to cushion effects of plant protection regulation
2023-10-11 00:00
The Agriculture Committee of the European Parliament adopted yesterday, by 26 votes in favour, 9 against and 3 abstentions, the opinion report on the Regulation on the sustainable use of plant protection products, for which Socialist MEP Clara Aguilera is rapporteur. As
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HORTYFRUTA activates the Quality Standard Extension for aubergine
2023-10-11 00:00
The Crisis Committee of the Andalusian Fruit and Vegetable Interprofessional, HORTYFRUTA, has met again to analyse the market situation of the products that affect it, especially the black/long aubergine.
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EU detects 5 more shipments of South African citrus with black spot
2023-10-11 00:00
Last September, the European Union detected five citrus shipments from South Africa contaminated with the quarantine pest Phyllosticta citricarpa, the fungus that causes citrus black spot: one interception in lemons, one in mandarins and three in mandarins.
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Koppert's 'mix' that effectively controls pests and diseases in garlic, onions and leeks
2023-10-11 00:00
Koppert Spain is achieving excellent results in the biological control of pests and diseases in outdoor crops such as onions, leeks and garlic. The main geographical areas of operation are the regions of Castilla-León and Castilla-La Mancha, in the centre and north of the country,
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Princess Amandine enters the catering sector with Makro
2023-10-10 00:00
Princesa Amandine has reached a commercial distribution agreement with the Makro chain, leader in wholesale distribution for the hotel and catering industry in Spain, which is already offering this potato on its shelves. This strategic move allows Princesa Amandine to enter into the
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Courgette second grades back on the market
2023-10-10 00:00
The Crisis Committee of the Interprofessional Organisation of Fruit and Vegetables of Andalusia, HORTYFRUTA, has decided to deactivate the Extension of the Standard for Andalusian green courgettes after analysing its favourable evolution during the last few days and thus avoid the
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Sakata acquires Sana Seeds
2023-10-10 00:00
With this acquisition, the Japanese seed company invests in the high-value Dutch cucumber segment. Following the acquisition in 2017 of a Jordanian company specialising in Beta Alfa cucumbers, Sakata is strengthening its position in the global cucumber markets and continuing to develop
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The LUNA ucr avocado tree is half the size of the Hass tree and seven times more productive.
2023-10-10 00:00
Eurosemillas took advantage of the Fruit Attraction showcase to present the first variety launched by the Green Motion Avocados platform, which will begin to be marketed before the end of this year, to around 150 entrepreneurs and growers. This is LUNA ucr, an avocado with flower
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Sakata acquires Sana Seeds
2023-10-10 00:00
Sana Seeds, a Dutch company specialising in the cultivation, production and sale of high quality cucumber varieties, joins Sakata Vegetables Europe.
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Biovegen breaks attendance record at its Biotech Day
2023-10-10 00:00
Biovegen, the platform dedicated to connecting the advances in biotechnology research with the needs of companies, beat this year's record number of attendees at its Biotech Day.
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Fruit Attraction 2023 in pictures
2023-10-10 00:00
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UNICA promotes 'healthy vending' in Spain
2023-10-10 00:00
"It was only a matter of time before it arrived in Spain, and it has done so with the help of a company that is spearheading a change in the paradigm". Last week, nutritionist and food technologist Aitor Sánchez presented Unica's new 'healthy vending' proposal. A
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Miura negotiates sale of giant Citri&co for 1.5 billion euros
2023-10-10 00:00
The private equity fund Miura Partners, led by Luis Seguí and Juan Leach, is negotiating the sale of Cítrico Global (Citri&co) for around EUR 1.5 billion, according to Expansión, which cites industry sources. According to these reports, several investors are interested in
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Zumex, a world leader in fruit and vegetable juicing technologies, has signed a strategic alliance with investment fund Columna Capital to accelerate its international growth and increase its penetration in key markets. Columna Capital will become the first investor in Zumex's
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Commitment and innovation, Primaflor's values at the 15th anniversary of Fruit Attraction
2023-10-09 00:00
Once again this year, Fruit Attraction has witnessed the importance of the agricultural sector on the national scene, where Primaflor has unveiled its new products to all those attending the fifteenth edition of Fruit Attraction. The company from Almeria presented more than ten new products.
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Commitment and innovation, Primaflor's values at the 15th anniversary of Fruit Attraction
2023-10-09 00:00
Once again this year, Fruit Attraction has witnessed the importance of the agricultural sector on the national scene, where Primaflor has unveiled its new products to all those attending the fifteenth edition of Fruit Attraction. The company from Almeria presented more than ten new products.
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A study carried out by the Valencian Farmers' Association (AVA-ASAJA) on the basis of data from the Ministry of Agriculture reveals that Valencia is the Spanish region that receives the least amount of direct aid from the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). Specifically, the
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What's Next?', you choose the path and BASF | Nunhems® takes you to the finish line
2023-10-09 00:00
BASF | Nunhems®, participated in the 15th edition of Fruit Attraction from 3 to 5 October. At this event it showed its most innovative proposals and, more importantly, its role as a trusted partner of the entire chain to achieve success in the market.
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STILL designs new tiller for its pedestrian stackers
2023-10-09 00:00
STILL is launching a tiller for its entire range of pedestrian stackers that sets new standards in terms of ergonomics and functionality. Among the improvements introduced, the company has optimised the position and accessibility of the initial lift button, has made
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