With the arrival of warm spring weather, concerns about drought are beginning to arise among farmers. Reports from the potato industry indicate that rain is needed soon. The situation is already critical for onions and shallots, and organic grower Pieter Vandooren emphasizes the urgent need for rain. read more

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Sakata inaugurated a new research station in Gaziler, located in the Kepez district of Antalya, Turkey. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Şakir Fırat Erkal, Antalya Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry; Dr. Hüseyin Çancı, Assistant Dean of the read more

The supply of green bell peppers from Coachella, California is currently at its peak. However, it is not an excessive amount. We expect the volume to remain stable for the next two to three weeks before we start to see a decrease from the Coachella Valley. read more

A new variety called "Tupai King," also known as Squirrel King, is making a name for itself in the competitive premium durian market. Originating from Penang, Malaysia, Tupai King is attracting attention for its distinct sweet flavor. Despite its unattractive appearance, this variety stands out due to its delicious taste, generating interest in... read more

W St. Petersburgu, Służba Celna Federacji Rosyjskiej, we współpracy z rosyjskim Ministerstwem Spraw Wewnętrznych, przechwyciła przesyłkę kokainy ważącą 50 kilogramów. Skonfiskowane narkotyki mają wartość rynkową przekraczającą 500 milionów rubli (6,2 miliona dolarów), jak podała agencja prasowa służby. read more

"Currently, we are offering watercress in its complete form, including the stems, leaves, and flowers. However, we will soon only be selling it as stems and leaves. Watercress is a versatile vegetable that can be used in various culinary preparations," says Andrea Tessadrelli, the scientific manager of L'Orto di Mimì. read more

The start-up Frankenspross from Schwaig near Nuremberg, Germany, is more than just a supplier of microgreens—it is the result of a personal health journey. Founder and medically certified nutritionist Moritz Bußler (right) experienced firsthand how powerful nutrition can be in healing chronic. read more

Nutrano Produce Group has successfully tested compostable fruit stickers on certain citrus products, a move towards sustainability in the fresh produce sector. The trial was conducted to lessen the environmental footprint of conventional fruit stickers, typically made from non-biodegradable materials. read more

"The integration of AI into the fruit industry offers enormous potential for efficiency gains and quality improvements," explained Tudor Andronic (right), Managing Director of ASSIST Software GmbH, during his presentation at the DFHV Annual Conference on May 15, 2025, in Berlin. "Our goal is to… read more

W dniu 16 maja, części południowej Serbii, gdzie znajduje się większość produkcji malin w kraju, doświadczyły nieoczekiwanego opadu śniegu, co wzbudziło obawy dotyczące już narażonej na szwank zbiorów w 2025 roku. Zdjęcia i filmy krążące w mediach społecznościowych pokazują plantacje malin pokryte warstwą śniegu, zaledwie kilka tygodni ... read more

Zoono Group and OSY have signed an exclusive agreement with Sharpak Aylesham, a division of a European packaging solutions manufacturer, to tackle food waste issues, as reported by TradingView. The deal includes using Zoono's shelf-life extension products and OSY's technologies on. read more

The first mango harvests are starting in Senegal, specifically in the country's central region. Aminata Dominique Diouf, from Domaine Agricole de Nema, reports a smooth harvest and hopes to recover from a difficult period for the industry. Diouf shares, "We started our first harvest yesterday, and..." read more

Established in 2007 with commercial production starting in 2008, African Blue Morocco has become a key player in the blueberry sector of the country. The company currently oversees approximately 345 hectares of blueberry cultivation in both northern and southern Morocco and functions as part of the read more

Within six months, the 29th expoSE – Europe's premier trade fair for asparagus and berry production – and the 14th expoDirekt – Germany's biggest trade fair for direct marketing in agriculture – will be held at the Karlsruhe Exhibition Center. The event will take place from November 19 to 20, 2025, with 440 exhibitors. read more

In 2024, Guatemala established itself as the world's top melon exporter by volume, surpassing Spain, which had held the top position until 2023. According to a report by Hortoinfo, based on data from the UN Statistics Division COMTRADE using TARIC code 080719 (Fresh melons), Spain still leads in. read more

The president of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, is determined to prevent Chiquita from closing its operations in Bocas del Toro at all costs. The departure of the company would have a significant impact on over 7,300 workers in the banana sector. According to Mulino, "The current situation in Bocas del Toro is more than just a shutdown." read more

As noted in the report by the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture on the most recent berry season, the cultivation area for blueberries in the autonomous regions of Galicia, Cantabria, and Asturias has been expanding since 2018. In fact, seven years ago, these three regions had... read more

Sri Lanka exports 85% of its mangoes to West Asia, with shipments rising over the past five years. Mango cultivation expanded by 11% from 2015 to 2022, reaching 31,000 hectares, and production increased by 30% to 193,000 metric tons. Australia's Market Development Facility (MDF) recently hosted read more

The fruit canning factory in Ashton, Western Cape, accounts for about half of South Africa's canning industry, according to Jacques Jordaan, CEO of the Canning Fruit Producers' Association. He warns that if the factory closes down, the entire industry is at risk. read more

Tajikistan is currently experiencing the beginning of its early cherry harvest, with farmers reporting a bountiful crop of large fruits. The current prices at local markets are around US$1.10 to US$1.80 per kilogram, which is a decrease of about US$0.30 to US$0.45 compared to last year. Harvesting activities are in full swing. read more