Despite the recent rainy spells that have made harvesting more difficult, the carrot season is progressing normally. "We are satisfied with the quality of the carrots, with good uniformity in size. Yields are also fairly good, although lower in recent weeks due to the increasingly complex weather… read more

Johanna Mártiz, a researcher at the Catholic University and head of the Citrus Genetic Improvement program, has introduced Isabelina, a new mandarin variety that has the potential to revolutionize Chile's citrus industry. Developed after seventeen years of research, Isabelina is a seedless, easy-to-peel fruit. read more

Agrochemicals Association of Kenya (AAK Grow) has identified pests such as leaf miners, fruit flies, maize stalk borer, Tuta absoluta, and anthracnose as major threats to food crops and vegetation in Kenya, with climate change exacerbating the situation. read more

Warner's Distillery, a UK-based company, has expanded its Trash & Treasure line by introducing Banana Rum. This innovative product uses overripe bananas to prevent them from going to waste in landfills. The Banana Rum is known for its distinct flavor profile, which includes... read more

Mexico maintained its position as the world's leading supplier of fresh asparagus until 2021. However, in 2022, Peru regained the top spot after five years, pushing Mexico into second place. Since then, Mexico has concentrated on expanding its presence in markets that are also supplied by Peru, such as the UK. read more

Kazakh growers are facing difficulties in the market due to intense competition from imported products. Reports show that in the first seven months of 2024, Kazakhstan saw a 58% rise in apple imports compared to the same period in 2023, reaching around 107.3 million. read more

W tym roku ukraińskie przedsiębiorstwo "Agrotrade" boryka się z wyzwaniami związanymi z uprawą orzeszków ziemnych, a plony mają być niższe niż oczekiwano. Główną przyczyną jest brak opadów deszczu od momentu siewu. Pomimo że orzeszki ziemne są odporne na suszę, sucha pogoda wpłynęła negatywnie na ilość i jakość strąków. read more

A start-up in Oban, UK is focused on developing eco-friendly packaging solutions by using onion skins to create a sustainable alternative to traditional packaging materials. Renuka Ramanujam, CEO of HUID, has shifted from using onion skins as a dye source to innovating in the packaging industry. read more

Sinclair and Zespri have introduced a compostable fruit label, signaling a significant advancement in produce packaging and environmental accountability. This label complies with composting regulations globally, can be disposed of in a home compost bin, and is designed to be easily and swiftly peeled off. Key features include... read more

Tropicsur, a leading company in the production and marketing of avocados and mangoes located in Alhaurín el Grande (Málaga), is expanding its business by partnering with one of the largest avocado producers in the Valencian Community. This strategic alliance aims to increase production and. read more

According to ABC.AZ, the wholesale prices for high-quality Guba apples in Azerbaijan currently range between 50-60 gapiks. The region started its large-scale apple harvest in mid-September, with some of the produce being sent to local, metropolitan, and regional markets within the country. read more

The raspberry campaign has already started for the second-degree cooperative Onubafruit, from Huelva, one of the leading companies in the production and export of berries. They are also finishing planting strawberry plants and will soon begin their extra-early blueberry program. read more

The 8th edition of Fructura Expo will take place on December 4th and 5th at the Trixxo Arena in Hasselt, Belgium. It is the trade fair for professional fruit growers. This year, Fructura Expo will once again have the support of its regular partners: BelOrta, CLB Group, Arvesta - Hermoo... read more

First planted in 2000, the Juliet apple, which is organically produced and exclusively grown in France, has successfully established itself in the traditional apple market segment. The variety has seen good growth, with around 700 hectares of orchards currently planted. Vincent Lehallier, director of Les Amis de Juliet. read more

Korean retailers are introducing ultra-low priced products in response to high inflation. CU, a convenience store chain operated by BGF Retail Co., has announced that it will be offering vegetable products priced at 990 won later this month. The products will include onions, green onions, radish slices, carrots, and king oyster mushrooms. read more

More than 420 exhibitors from 13 countries are anticipated to participate in the expoSE & expoDirekt trade fair duo taking place on November 20-21, 2024, at Messe Karlsruhe. The 28th expoSE is Europe's top trade fair for asparagus and berry production, while the 13th expoDirekt is Germany's biggest trade fair for agricultural products. read more

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The global potato industry is a key component of agricultural production, providing food for billions of people and generating significant economic activity worldwide. Whether it be large mechanized farms in North America or small-scale operations in sub-Saharan Africa, potatoes have emerged as one of the most versatile crops. read more

Bloom Fresh™ has acquired Inka's Berries breeding program. Inka's Berries, founded in Peru, is a blueberry breeding program known for developing high-quality varieties like Abril Blue+ and Alessia Blue+, as well as having a wide range of new blueberry selections in the works. read more

W październiku franczyzobiorca McDonald's w Michigan podkreśla rolę lokalnych producentów jabłek w dostarczaniu produktów dla ogólnokrajowej sieci restauracji. Ken Berg, który prowadzi sześć restauracji McDonald's na zachodnim Michigan, wyraził wdzięczność za włączenie produktów z Michiganu do ich menu. Podkreślając to... read more

SUNSET® will showcase a high-quality strawberry variety at IFPA's 2024 Global Produce and Floral Show. The WOW® Utopia™ Strawberries were created using innovative breeding and cultivation methods. These greenhouse-grown, non-GMO berries offer a perfect balance of sweetness and juiciness. read more