In order to preserve high-yield soils for food production, a solution could be to implement multi-use concepts where food production remains the primary focus and electricity generation serves as a secondary source of income. This approach would also help to ensure greater energy independence. The Austrian Chamber of Agriculture supports this idea. read more

Altar Produce is excited to announce a substantial expansion of its specialty vegetable offerings. As part of this growth initiative, the company is enhancing its year-round green onion program to cater to the increasing global demand by providing consistent supply, scalable volume, and customized options. read more

According to forecasts prepared on April 1st, French lettuce production is expected to reach 398.6 million heads for the 2024-2025 marketing year, a decrease of 14.6 million heads compared to the previous year. In the market in March 2025, prices were 69% higher than in 2024 and 51% higher than the average from 2020-2024. read more

The Nakuru County Government in Kenya has distributed 91,000 avocado seedlings to local farmers, aiming to enhance avocado production. Leonard Bor, the County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture, highlighted the initiative's focus on empowering farmers with a high-value crop. read more

The prime selling season for organic apples from the southern hemisphere has just begun and will last until August. The first organic variety, Gala, has arrived on the U.S. East Coast from Chile and is now available in the market, marking the beginning of weekly shipments. "The majority of organic" read more

Carrots are still the most popular vegetable in Switzerland. Swiss people consumed over seven kilograms per capita last year. Tomatoes come in second place. However, if cherry tomatoes were included, they would surpass carrots as the top choice. Last year, Swiss people consumed 81 kilograms of fresh and stored tomatoes. read more

Po zdobyciu nowej, ultranowoczesnej maszyny do sortowania wiśni w 2023 roku, Sicoly teraz rozbija bariery, dołączając do inicjatywy C'est qui le Patron?!. Jest to „rzeczywista szansa” dla przemysłu francuskiego, którego przyszłość wciąż jest niepewna. „Nasze zaangażowanie w inicjatywę było naprawdę na prośbę... read more

By the end of next month, the apple harvest will be completed, with all the fruit stored in bins to be distributed to either the packhouse or the controlled atmosphere rooms that enable year-round exports. Free State apple farmers faced challenges this year due to several hailstorms, impacting their yield. read more

With deep sorrow, Chestnut Hill Farms announces the passing of Bill Sheridan, a valued member of its Advisory Board, who passed away on May 2, 2025. Bill was more than just a dedicated leader in the produce industry – he was a trusted mentor, advisor, and friend to many. His career, read more

Under the name Prime Fruit Partners, Jan Rozema and Christian Bras are joining forces. With over 40 years of combined experience in the international fruit trade, they have decided to pursue independent business ventures. Throughout the years, both individuals have established a robust network of loyal suppliers. read more

Supermarkets and foreign distribution platforms continue to demand a steady and ample supply of Italian lemons, even as the season is coming to a close. The market remains lively, partly due to quality issues with lemons imported from other countries. read more

Kanada officially opened its market to fresh apples from Ukraine, starting in early 2025. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency approved Ukraine's export program after collaborating with Ukraine's food safety authority (SSUFSCP). In order to export apples to Canada, Ukrainian growers, packers, and exporters are required to comply with the regulations set by both countries. read more

Sunkist is featuring its California-grown grapefruit and launching a new way to enjoy it - the 3lb. and 5lb. Grapefruit Combo Bags, available for nationwide shipping. This is happening as the demand for citrus is increasing and customers are looking for fresh, flavorful convenience. "Grapefruit brings a read more

The Moroccan government has announced a subsidy plan to support the export of fresh citrus fruits, excluding the "Nadorcott mandarin" variety, with a financial assistance program in place until 2028. This initiative was outlined in a joint decision by the Minister of Agriculture and the Minister of Finance. read more

Golden Bee Import Export Company was established three years ago with the purpose of exporting premium fruits and vegetables from Vietnam. The company is based in Ho Chi Minh City and operates three packing houses with a workforce of over 150 employees. "Our focus is on exporting top-quality exotic fruits from Vietnam," the company explains. read more

Harmoniz Seeds is poised to inaugurate a cutting-edge research and development facility in Ontario, Canada, with the goal of offering earlier access to tomato, pepper, and cucumber varieties customized for North American growing conditions. Set to open on May 14, 2025, the facility represents a strategic expansion of... read more

Naukowcy z Texas A&M AgriLife Research opracowali obiecujące podejście do zwalczania dwóch głównych chorób rolniczych w Stanach Zjednoczonych: zółtej plamistości cytrusów i paskowatości ziemniaków. Poprzez wykorzystanie antybakteryjnych peptydów pochodzących ze szpinaku, czyli defensyn, badacze wykazali znaczące poprawy. read more

Budowa nowej fabryki koncentratów soków owocowych rozpoczęła się w wiosce Kobolchyn, w regionie Czerniowieckim na zachodniej Ukrainie. Zakład będzie mógł przetwarzać do 1500 ton owoców dziennie. Według władz regionalnych, głównymi produktami będą sok jabłkowy. read more

The Zagora watermelon campaign in Morocco, which had just begun, was dealt a severe blow yesterday, May 1st. A violent storm, accompanied by heavy rain and hail, devastated entire watermelon fields. The damage is extensive, to the point where it has irreparably affected the campaign for growers in Zagora. read more

Zapotrzebowanie na awokado na Cinco de Mayo - święto o wysokiej konsumpcji awokado - wygląda podobnie jak w ubiegłym roku. "To święto zawsze cieszy się dużym zainteresowaniem. Detaliści i publiczność są bardzo podekscytowani Cinco," mówi Rob Ybarra, wiceprezes wykonawczy Villita Avocados, dodając, że read more