"The love for agriculture runs in our family, so much so that we have reached the 4th generation of growers. As is only natural, there have been many novelties over the years, and the innovation process has led us to growing passion fruit for a good 11 years," reports Antonino Moscato, a young. read more

On September 30, three individuals discovered World War II ammunition while mushroom picking in Slovakia. One grenade was found near Bratislava on Devínska Kobyla mountain, while two artillery shells were found in the Vranov nad Topľou district. Bomb disposal experts safely handled the ammunition. read more

Tomato kaki, as it is called in the Alto Palancia region of Castellón, its native growing region, is regaining popularity and surface area after years in which it seemed to be disappearing, thanks to the differentiation of this variety. "We started the tomato kaki season in the first week of read more

Eco-Logistic still provides cherries, apricots, plums, and grapes to a few retailers in Belarus and Latvia. Prices remain stable, and sometimes even high in certain weeks, as stated by the sales manager Gheorghe Chisalita. However, 70% of the products from this Moldovan fruit trader are exported to Western Europe. read more

Według szacunków, kolumbijskie eksport rolno-spożywczy przekroczył 8 miliardów dolarów w 2023 roku. Banany były jednym z głównych produktów eksportowych. José Francisco Zúñiga, prezydent Asbama, wypowiedział się na temat obecnej sytuacji sektora bananowego, szczególnie w regionach takich jak Magdalena i La Guajira, gdzie read more

Ahundzada Abdul Salam Jawad, a representative of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, announced that Afghanistan has exported fresh fruits worth $31 million over the last six months. Afghan products were mainly shipped to China, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, India, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and the USA. read more

Brahim El Hasnaoui, Sales Director at Fleuron d'Anjou Cooperative, provides an update on the butternut, pumpkin, and spaghetti squash market. Is Butternut Set to Dethrone Pumpkin? Among its squash offerings, Fleuron d'Anjou highlights two key products: pumpkin and butternut (with 400,000 units sold). read more

Tegoroczna susza latem spowodowała wzrost cen warzyw w Bułgarii, zwłaszcza papryki, różowych pomidorów i brokułów, których ceny znacząco wzrosły. Pomimo wyższych kosztów, wielu Bułgarów wciąż przygotowuje tradycyjne potrawy zimowe, takie jak kiszone ogórki i kapusta kiszona. Jednakże, popyt na warzywa do zimnych potraw has been steadily rising. read more

On October 19, Blue Ocean Trading Import-Export Joint Stock Company began exporting fresh Vietnamese passion fruit to Australia from Phu Son commune, Lam Ha district, Lam Dong province. At the same time, the opening ceremony of a frozen fruit processing plant took place in the same area. read more

"At the moment, supermarkets are performing well, while wholesalers are facing challenges and selling less than anticipated," says Mirco Zoffoli, a salesman at Domenico Laghi in Forlì, as he assesses the current persimmon market. "Sales in the retail sector are strong and lively. If..." read more

Jako sezon owoców w Tajlandii w 2024 roku dobiega końca, ceny różnych owoców takich jak durian, mangostan, rambutan i mango wzrosły, co znacząco korzystało z rolników. Minister Handlu Pichai Naripthaphan polecił Departamentowi Handlu Wewnętrznego rozpoczęcie przygotowań do
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Despite having good sales overall, there is still a tense atmosphere in the mushroom industry. "We had a strong start to the new year in terms of sales. During the summer months, we experienced the typical sales slump, although it was more noticeable than in previous years. Since around mid-August, sales have started to" read more

Afghanistan has exported 442 tons of melons and watermelons in the past six months, mainly from Kandahar, to markets in India and Pakistan, according to the Taliban-run Ministry of Agriculture. Despite this achievement, Afghan traders face significant challenges, including insufficient cold storage facilities. read more

Sustainability is not just a buzzword for the produce company Seeka Limited; it is a fundamental aspect of the company's continuous commitment to responsible produce management. In June 2023, Seeka signed a Sustainability-linked loan that established goals for renewable energy, health and safety, and greenhouse gas emissions... read more

During their journey from the farm to the markets, your avocados pass through numerous touchpoints. The process is demanding, requiring careful attention to ensure they stay fresh. Delivering high-quality avocados involves overcoming various logistical challenges with persistent effort. It requires determination and intention to consistently provide top-notch produce. read more

Experts from the Taiwan Space Agency (TASA) are using satellite technology to combat the Fusarium Tropical Race 4 (TR4) fungus, which poses a threat to banana and plantain crops in Guatemala and Belize. This effort was showcased at the 2024 International Forum on Applied Technology in Musacae,... read more

Hiszpańska powierzchnia upraw cebuli wzrosła o prawie 20%, a plony również znacząco wzrosły w porównaniu z ubiegłym sezonem, ale brak aktywnego popytu ze strony miejsc docelowych eksportu spowodował gwałtowny spadek ceny hiszpańskiej cebuli. "Rynek był". read more

With changing weather, most regions experience a slight decrease in demand for strawberries, which are primarily consumed during the summer season. In the Netherlands, there is an ample supply of strawberries available in the market to meet customer needs, with a good balance between supply and demand. Belgians still have access to a decent amount of strawberries. read more

Tegoroczne zbioru owoców kiwi na farmie Ehrenfeld w regionie Heilbronn rozpoczęły się szczególnie dobrze. "Zbiory rozpoczęły się w ostatnim tygodniu sierpnia, około dwóch tygodni wcześniej niż zazwyczaj. Przez sześć do siedmiu mrozów udało nam się dobrze przetrwać dzięki najnowocześniejszej ochronie przed przymrozkami. read more

A hydroponic cherry grower in Hungary partnered with Gremon Systems to address the issue of fruit cracking. By utilizing dendrometers to monitor stem diameter, the grower was able to better manage osmotic pressure and ultimately reduce the occurrence of cracking in cherries. read more