The Rwandan government is currently working on developing bio-fortified varieties of Irish potatoes with the aim of addressing malnutrition and stunting. These potatoes are an important component of Rwanda's crop intensification program and are being enriched with essential nutrients, particularly iron and zinc. Currently, 12 varieties are being developed. read more

Up to 20,000 tons of apples are placed in hibernation in the state-of-the-art storage cells of Tobi Seeobst AG in Egnach. Marco Fankhauser, Deputy Head of Supply Processes and Storage Technology at Tobi, is one of the individuals responsible for the success of this massive operation. read more

In response to a recently issued strategy by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) aimed at preventing foodborne illnesses associated with fresh and frozen berries, the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) praised the agency for its collaboration with the industry over the last few years. read more

The vegetable production in Almeria has been affected by low temperatures and pests like Parvispinus thrips, particularly in the case of peppers, resulting in significant losses due to quality issues. In December, there was an oversupply of tomatoes in European markets, but in January... read more

Połączeni przedsiębiorcy Fresh Valley postanowili współpracować bardziej ścisłe w 2022 roku, a kolejny krok został podjęty pod koniec 2024 roku. Firmy Fresh Valley Neerbroek B.V. i Fresh Valley Bovenstehuis B.V. już były członkami Kompany U.A. Jednakże, począwszy od 2024 roku, Fresh Valley Sevenum B.V. i Fresh... read more

The Russian Federation has lifted temporary restrictions on the import of tomatoes from Kazakhstan, as reported by the Committee for State Inspection in the Agro-Industrial Complex of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan. This decision follows an analysis conducted by the Federal Service Rosselkhoznadzor. read more

"What will the onion market do? 'Whoever knows may say,' responds Maarten van Damme of Dacomex from Sint-Maartensdijk. 'It is a typical January market, and we are facing a turning point. This makes everyone cautious and hesitant to stock up.' 'The last orders for Africa are currently being." read more

Amro Yassin of Egyptian produce exporter Stars of Export stated, "The spring onion season in Egypt has been quite volatile this year. The early harvest in October was very positive." read more

W 2024 roku eksport rosyjskich owoców, orzechów i warzyw do Unii Europejskiej doświadczył znacznego spadku, o czym informuje Eurostat. Całkowita wartość tych produktów eksportowych od stycznia do listopada 2024 roku wyniosła 121,1 miliona euro, oznaczając 2,8-krotny spadek w porównaniu do tego samego okresu w 2023 roku. Warzywa... read more

Podczas 38. edycji targów SIVAL, Photosol, Fruits Rouges & Co oraz Insolight ogłosiły strategiczne partnerstwo mające na celu rozwój sektora czerwonych owoców we Francji poprzez wykorzystanie agrwoltaiki. Ta współpraca skupi się na opracowaniu innowacyjnego demonstratora agrwoltaicznego na terenie "Campus Fruits Rouges". read more

In 1992, Lamb Weston, an American processed food company, began importing frozen French Fries (FF) into India, targeting luxury hotels. Canadian multinational McCain Foods entered the Indian market in 1996 as the exclusive supplier to McDonald's, making its first appearance in the country. read more

BASF-Nunhems introduced 5 new varieties at this year's SIVAL. One of these new varieties is the Rapton leek, which, as stated by Barbara Jodeau, the company's communications and marketing manager, "can be peeled more easily and more quickly, saving up to 11% of preparation time." read more

Od 1 stycznia 2025 roku włoska organizacja producentów Tenute Zuccarella stała się w pełni aktywna na rynku. "To osiągnięcie jest wynikiem lat zaangażowania, poświęcenia i wspólnej entuzjazmu. Zostać uznany za organizację producentów (PO) przez Region Basilicata to

read more

Sektor arbuzowy w Maroku nadal jest dotknięty stresującym niedoborem wody i wynikającymi z tego ograniczeniami produkcji. Jak co sezon, panuje zamieszanie wśród producentów, ale sektor pozostaje atrakcyjny i odporny, zdaniem Saida Aghzou, dyrektora generalnego Valyour. Aghzou mówi: "Ograniczenia" read more

Once every 4 years, Fruit-Union Switzerland organizes a seminar to share perspectives on the cultivation of stone fruit (cherries and plums) in Switzerland. For the first time, this year's event also focused on apricot growing - which plays an important role in Switzerland - and Pascal Bassols. read more

The stone fruit season from South Africa is in full swing. Apricots, nectarines, peaches, and plums from the sunny regions of southern Africa can now be found in retail fruit departments. These highlights, both in terms of appearance and flavor, bring the freshness of the South African summer. read more

Popyt na egzotyczne owoce w Wielkiej Brytanii rośnie, a papaja wyłania się jako najszybciej rosnący owoc. W ciągu ostatniego roku sprzedaż papai wzrosła o prawie 160%, co czyni ją popularnym wyborem nie tylko jako samodzielna przekąska, ale także jako składnik zdrowych dań z ryb, kurczaka i sałatek. read more

The Thai delegation's visit to Leafresh Farm, a hydroponic vegetable farm in Beit Hilkia Moshav, showcased the incorporation of smart agriculture technologies. These advancements include hydroponic systems controlled by computers to monitor water quality, temperature, and nutrient levels. read more

A beautiful variety of citrus fruits was displayed this week as retailers highlighted the bounty of winter. Pummelos, clementines, dekopons, satsumas, Meyer lemons, tangerines, grapefruit, kumquats, and Navel, Valencia, Cara Cara, and blood oranges provided a bright and refreshing option for shoppers looking to combat the winter blues. read more

Between January and November 2024, Kyrgyzstan imported 33,050.9 tons of bananas worth $24.2 million, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. This marks a notable increase compared to the same period in 2023 when imports totaled 25,725.4 tons at a value of $16.8 million. read more