In Wouwse Plantage, white buckets have been placed in recently planted onion and leek fields. These containers are still visible in mid-June but will become less noticeable once the crop canopy closes. Field signs will be added later in the season to indicate the presence of biological control. read more

At the Edition Spéciale, an international event for sustainable packaging, Italy's Krill Design introduced ReKrill, a biopolymer derived from orange peels. This next-generation solution, showcased in a complete jar and lid prototype, was selected for the LUXE PACK Green Award. It reflects the growing trend towards sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. read more

LIDL GB's initiative aims to revive a familiar practice from British football: The half-time orange slice. This campaign taps into national nostalgia, especially among those over the age of 55. Research shows that 64% of this demographic recall the orange slice tradition, whereas only 29% of those aged 18-24 do. read more

In Marneuli, a municipality situated halfway between Georgia's capital, Tbilisi, and the Armenian border just 20 kilometers to the south, there is a vineyard with Muscat Hamburg, Italia, and Sugraone grape varieties. The vines were planted five years ago and are now gradually reaching full maturity. read more

This year, Carlini Avocado made history by sending Brazil's first shipment of Hass avocados to Chile, marking a significant milestone for the Brazilian avocado industry. "We had been working towards entering the Chilean market for years, given its high consumption of Hass avocados and its close proximity. Approval from the SAG finally allowed us to achieve this goal." read more

Zlokalizowany w rolniczym sercu Apulii, Colella Lucia w Orta Nova chlubi się zrównoważonym, ukierunkowanym na wzrost podejściem. Wizja dyrektora zarządzającego, Antonia Cocomazziego, jest jasna: budować wartość poprzez stałą jakość i organizację z nabywcami. Menadżer Cocomazzi (widoczny na obrazku) read more

According to the World Trade Organization (WTO), Mexico maintained its status as the leading exporter of fruits and vegetables globally in 2024, holding a market share of 7.8%. Mexico's vegetable exports reached 10.688 billion USD, while fruit exports amounted to 9.564 billion USD, totaling. read more

The soft fruit division of Frankort & Koning has experienced rapid growth in recent years. Sjraar Hulsman stated, "We offer strawberries throughout the year. Our retail, catering, and wholesale customers are increasingly turning to us due to our service, flexibility, and product quality." read more

Spain holds the position as the leading exporter of strawberries globally, sending out over 300,000 tons annually. The Huelva region, in the south of the country, is central to this high output due to its conducive climate for strawberry cultivation. This advantageous positioning enables Spain to maintain its status as the top exporter of strawberries in the world. read more

Côme Lapierre, general secretary of the Association of French Blueberry Producers (APMF), is providing updates on the ongoing blueberry season and discussing the sector's future plans. French production could potentially reach a record 3,300 tons in 2025, indicating a promising year ahead for French blueberry growers. read more

The Délalföldi Kertészek Szövetkezete (Délkertész) reports that Hungarian vegetables on store shelves have not yet returned to pre-2019 levels. Despite Hungarian capabilities during the domestic season, imported vegetables, particularly from North Africa, continue to pressure the market. read more

The devastating flooding in Texas over the past weekend has led to loss of lives. However, for Texas peach growers, this tragic weather event also brings relief from drought. "For us, this was one of the most beautiful rains I've seen in years," said Jamey Vogel of Vogel Orchard. read more

At the end of June, the winter onion harvest began in the Southern Ukraine region. Despite drought conditions during sowing and growing, light rains in late spring and early summer helped preserve the crop. According to Alla Stoyanova, head of the "Stoyanov A.A." farming enterprise, several read more

Emseni Farming, situated near the rural town of Kranskop in the Valley of a Thousand Hills in KwaZulu-Natal, is cultivating top-quality peppers with a focus on innovation, community development, and modern agricultural techniques. Dietmar Joosten, the CEO of Emseni, has been involved with the operation for many years. read more

Consorzio Apam, a prominent player in the Sicilian citrus fruit industry for generations, has successfully wrapped up the 2024/25 citrus season with overall positive outcomes, solidifying its position as a leader among organic citrus producers in Italy and internationally. The Producer Organisation (PO) comprises 257 members engaged in cultivation. read more

Z latem i słońcem handel hurtowy jest intensywny. To samo dotyczy Pasquino De Vuysta, właściciela hurtowni hotelowej i gastronomicznej Square Melon, który zauważa, że skrajne upały ostatnich dni miały swoje minusy. "Skrajności nigdy nie są dobre. Od środy wieczorem trochę się ochłodziło, a" read more

Strawberry growers in Estonia are facing challenges due to continuous rain affecting the harvest, which is impacting the availability and pricing of strawberries. Local strawberries were initially selling for up to €16.90 per kilogram in the capital, while Polish strawberries were priced at €11.90 per kilogram. read more

The potato crop in Poland is currently in the growth phase, with flowering in progress and entering a stage of increased water requirement. At the same time, the harvesting of early-maturing potato varieties has commenced. These tubers are initially harvested using sprouted seed potatoes covered with agrotextiles. read more

The Eden Field Days will be back on August 5, 2025. This yearly event is free to attend and is held at the Cairo & Doutcher agricultural company's premises in Cairo Uzi, Copertino, in the Apulia region. The event offers a chance to discover the history and future of the Eden pear. read more

In order to achieve the desired consumer satisfaction with their varieties, seed companies are placing their research focus on increasing productivity, quality, reliability, innovation, and versatility. Some of the recent accomplishments with the Piel de Sapo were showcased at BASF Vegetable Seeds' What's Next event. read more