Geoffrey Aumont, a garlic salesman at the Rungis market in Paris, reflects on the current garlic market amidst "very high prices" in France and internationally. "For several years, we have been witnessing a decrease in garlic production areas in Spain, which is the largest garlic producer in Europe." read more

Listopad means the beginning of the grape and stone fruit season. Regarding Peruvian grapes, it is anticipated that there will be a normal crop in terms of total volume this season. The initial forecast projected a yield between 74-76 million boxes for this year. This marks a significant improvement in the outlook compared to the original forecast. read more

Following exceptional growing conditions, New Zealand asparagus growers have had a successful season. However, the surplus of asparagus has resulted in more spears not meeting supermarket standards due to their appearance. To tackle this issue, Wonky Box, a food box company, is stepping in. read more

Namibia Grape Company (NGC) and Capespan have reached a significant milestone by renewing their partnership with a contract extension until 2045. The signing ceremony, held at Standard Bank's headquarters, was attended by leaders from the Namibian government, NGC, Capespan, and Standard Bank Namibia, emphasizing the strong collaboration between the parties. read more

More than 250 Italian companies in the agri-food sector are currently exhibiting at Gulfood Manufacturing in Dubai from 5-7 November, with a few dozen specifically operating in the fruit and vegetable sector. Gulfood Manufacturing has become a must-attend event in the Near East for the food industry. read more

Despite the drop in temperatures and the delayed season to prevent pests, producers in Almeria have already identified the first active outbreaks of viruses, both in the Níjar area and in some greenhouses in the Poniente. Zucchini crops in the eastern part of the region are affected. read more

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Davao has announced the discovery of a new micro-endemic species of tropical blueberry, Vaccinium fallax, on Mt. Apo. This discovery was documented in a publication by a team of plant taxonomists, including Filipino researcher Maverick. read more

China's new apple season is in full swing, with apple-producing regions in Shaanxi completing the final stages of storage. Mr. Zhou Liang from Shaanxi Biaotou Agriculture is currently procuring apples in Luochuan, Shaanxi. He explains, "This year, unlike last year's crop losses and quality issues." read more

In Croatia's Dalmatian Hinterland, a region previously considered unsuitable for pomegranate cultivation due to its low temperatures during the colder seasons, there has been a significant increase in pomegranate farming. This change has been noticed in areas stretching from Imotski to Knin and Drniš. read more

Capsaicin, which is known for giving chili peppers their heat, is being studied for its potential to treat the difficult Mesothelioma cancer. This particular type of cancer is highly aggressive, with few treatment options, and is frequently associated with exposure to asbestos. Research on this topic has been published in the journal. read more

Since 1998, the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR) has been focused on potato breeding, an important but often overlooked aspect of agriculture in Ethiopia. Despite a large number of Ethiopians experiencing food insecurity, potatoes have received minimal government investment in the country's agricultural sector. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has stated that the recent unfavorable weather conditions have caused a rise in vegetable prices in the market. DA spokesperson Arnel de Mesa mentioned in an interview that this increase is anticipated to be temporary, lasting for one to two weeks, as alternative sources are sought. read more

On November 21, 2024, Lviv, Ukraine, will host the International practical forum "Intensive vegetable growing: open field". This event aims to address the main issues facing the vegetable sector today, particularly focusing on cultivation in open fields. Industry leaders and agronomists from around the world will come together to discuss best practices, innovations, and challenges in intensive vegetable growing in open fields. read more

"Według prognoz na 1 października 2024 roku, produkcja sałaty we Francji może osiągnąć poziom 405,9 miliona sztuk na sezon 2024-2025, co jest porównywalne do poprzedniego sezonu. We wrześniu 2024 roku ceny były o 17% niższe niż w sezonie 2023-2024 i zbliżone do średniej z lat 2019-2023 (-1%)." read more

The Tax Department has announced the implementation of a zero VAT rate on essential goods as specified in the Council of Ministers Decree (KDP 349/2024). The decree specifies that the zero-rate category includes fresh or chilled vegetables such as potatoes, tomatoes, onions, shallots, garlic, leeks, read more

In the Gaibandha district of Bangladesh, farmers are increasingly turning to banana cultivation due to its low input costs and high returns. The area's soil and climate conditions make it suitable for growing a variety of banana types. read more

In the eastern Aleppo city of al-Bab, the produce market is experiencing fluctuating prices of vegetables and fruits, with significant daily changes. For instance, the price of a particular type of produce can increase from five to 20 Turkish lira overnight. Shop owners have attributed these price fluctuations to various factors. read more

"Up until about two weeks ago, the 2024 chestnut and marroni campaign in Piedmont was excellent in terms of quality, thanks to favorable weather conditions. However, heavy rains recently caused some damage to the crop, resulting in a slight decrease in quality over the past week." read more

Australia's hazelnut industry is working with specialists from Charles Sturt University to introduce robotic dogs in orchards, with the goal of deterring birds and improving nut production. Bird-related losses have had a significant financial impact on the industry. This initiative is one of several strategies being implemented, including. read more

Omer-Decugis & Cie, an international group specializing in fresh and exotic fruits and vegetables, has released its annual revenue for 2023/24 (from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024) and the fourth quarter of 2023/24 (from July 1 to September 30, 2024). Sales performance exceeded projections by over a... read more