Planasa's subsidiary in Southern Africa, Planasa South Africa, is now two years old and would like to celebrate the occasion by inviting all blueberry growers to a Field Day in the Western Cape area. The event will take place in Wellington on September 26, 2024. Manuel Garcés, the blueberry Sales Director, will be present. read more

W sierpniu eksport cebuli z Brazylii odnotował znaczny wzrost, dane Comex Stat wskazują na wysyłkę prawie 14 000 ton. Ta ilość jest drugim najwyższym miesięcznym wynikiem od rozpoczęcia prowadzenia statystyk w 1997 roku, co pokazuje wzrost o 154% w porównaniu z lipcem 2024 roku. Pod względem przychodów, te eksportuje... read more

In Kano state, vegetable farmers have seen a boost in their harvests after participating in a training session on innovative agricultural practices. The training took place during a 14-day Horticultural week in Dawakin Kudu, where farmers were introduced to effective methods that have resulted in higher productivity. read more

Peter Veltman has taught himself to create highly desirable machines through his company, Fieldman. One of his self-designed machines is currently in operation at the strawberry farm Royal Berry, as Peter revealed to a local Dutch newspaper. This machine line is showcased in three video clips that demonstrate its functionality. read more

WA Farm Direct, the partner of Ondine flat peaches in Australia, took part in Asia Fruit Logistica 2024. The event, held in Hong Kong, gathered international industry leaders to discuss trends, innovations, and business prospects in the fresh produce sector. WA Farm Direct presented their products at the event. read more

This week, wholesale markets in Ukraine have reported a decrease in the wholesale prices of locally grown pears, as noted by analysts from the EastFruit project. Market participants attribute this pricing trend to the seasonal rise in the supply of these products, while demand from read more

Mulyam has facilitated the distribution of 12,000 metric tons of onions throughout India over the last 10 months. This development reflects Mulyam's expansion and its support for farmers and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) across the country. Since its establishment in 2023, Mulyam has read more

A Japanese man, known online as "The Man Who Will Definitely Resign," was able to retire at the age of 45 by living frugally for 21 years. Despite having a salary of around $34,000 USD, he managed to save 135 million yen ($917,000 USD) by residing in a dormitory, eating basic meals of rice and vegetables, and avoiding unnecessary expenses. read more

Frigotec, a company from Germany, showcased their Softripe technology and forged important business relationships at the recent Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) 2024 in Hong Kong. The Softripe technology received a positive reception at the event. read more

It's time to consider the dynamics of the logistics industry. Changes in transportation routes can significantly affect freight costs overnight, and managing shipments from onion and potato-growing regions becomes particularly challenging at this time of year. For example, carriers are looking for return freight. read more

Florida's citrus industry was closely watching the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee hearing on Capitol Hill, eagerly awaiting updates from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on HR 1750, the Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2023. This bill is supported by U.S. Rep. read more

W tym roku na Węgrzech spodziewany jest najniższy w ciągu ostatniej dekady plon gruszek, według danych z Krajowej Izby Rolniczej (NAK) i Węgierskiej Organizacji Handlu Warzywami i Owocami (FruitVeB). Kraj ten odnotował ciągły spadek obszaru uprawy gruszek i produkcji. read more

Banana bunchy top disease (BBTD) is a viral disease affecting bananas and plantains (Musa spp., collectively referred to as bananas) caused by the banana bunchy top virus (BBTV) (Kumar et al., 2015; Qazi, 2016; Thomas, 2018). BBTD is considered one of the top 100 invasive species globally (Global Invasive Species Database). read more

Obecnie w wielu krajach obserwuje się tendencję wzrostową cen ogórków. Ostatnia szaleństwo wideo na TikToku również spowodowało zwiększenie spożycia w Holandii i Islandii, ponieważ ludzie starają się naśladować te trendy online. W hiszpańskiej Almerii zauważono poprawę dostępności ogórków. read more

The pepper season has already begun in the Spanish province of Almeria, specifically in the areas of Dalías and Berja. Next week, the harvest will commence in El Ejido, a region that is predominantly dedicated to this crop. "Activity is kicking off in our facilities in week 38 with the arrival of our first" read more

In Lahore, the Punjab Minister for Agriculture and Livestock, Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani, announced the development of a state-of-the-art vegetable market in Ravi City, expected to be one of the best in Asia. Emphasizing the strategic planning of access routes, Kirmani highlighted the improvements. read more

Maens Fruits, a Colombian family business with over 15 years of experience in fruit cultivation, is now ready to expand into the international market. Specializing in the production of gulupa (Passiflora edulis), the company has decided to begin exporting after years of refining its techniques. read more

W tym roku austriacki zbór kiwi zaczął się w drugim tygodniu sierpnia, wcześniej niż kiedykolwiek wcześniej. "Ze względu na późne przymrozki i następujące po nich upały, określiłbym sezon jako przeciętny. W porównaniu do normalnego roku zbiorów, tegoroczne plony są około 30 procent niższe" - powiedział. read more

W Kenii sektor lotniczy doświadczył znacznego zakłócenia, gdy setki pracowników na lotnisku międzynarodowym Jomo Kenyatta (JKIA) wszczęły strajk. Akcja ta była odpowiedzią na plany prywatyzacji rządu jedności narodowej, wpływając na ruch pasażerów i ładunków. read more

In August 2024, orange prices in the EU were €80.21 per 100 kg, representing a 1.53% increase from July 2024. In Spain, the prices were €90.94 per 100 kg, which is 2.51% higher than the five-year average. For more detailed information, you can access the full data sheet by clicking here. Source: Agriculture.ec.europa.eu read more