During the first nine months of 2024, farming enterprises and small agricultural producers in Uzbekistan have produced 8.6 million tons of vegetables, as reported by the country's Statistical Agency. This represents a 6.1% increase compared to the same period in 2023. The majority of the harvest, read more

The most recent cut-off low weather system that moved across South Africa left behind between 100mm and around 200mm of rain over two days in the Langkloof region. Fortunately, apart from some gullies formed on slopes, no damage has been reported from the apple and pear orchards. More rain is predicted for next week. read more

A York-based family-owned potato supplier, R S Cockerill, is gearing up for a busy winter season with Aldi. They are aiming to deliver a record quantity of potatoes to the retailer's stores across the country. Having started their partnership in 1990, R S Cockerill has become a key supplier for Aldi. read more

Popyt na import czosnku na amerykańskim rynku rośnie. Zgodnie z Juanem Pablo Ríosem, menedżerem ds. sprzedaży dla USA i Kanady w firmie Flavor King Produce LLC, dostępność czosnku będzie dobra, a kontekst handlowy wygląda "bardzo dobrze". Amerykańska firma specjalizująca się w czosnku i imbirze. read more

Taj Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced plans to enhance the screening of fruits and vegetables for consumer safety. Following the discovery of 50 types of toxic residues in Shine Muscat grapes, there is increasing concern about the safety of imported produce among Thai consumers. read more

The Westhof Bio Group reflects on a challenging year of cultivation for tomatoes and bell peppers. Unusually low sunlight due to extreme weather conditions, as well as rising energy and labor costs, presented a significant challenge for the vegetable farm. Despite these obstacles, the team was able to persevere. read more

W strefie tropikalnej, gdzie rośnie kokos, powstał nowatorski napój alkoholowy - wino z młodego kokosa. Jego produkcję rozpoczął Sebastian P. Augustine, emerytowany zastępca tehsildara i rolnik z Bheemanady w Indiach. Po długiej drodze przez zawiłe przepisy i procedury prawne, ostatecznie zdobył on licencję na produkcję tej wyjątkowej mieszanki. read more

Residents of Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, were surprised when a truck full of mangoes, a fruit that is not usually available in October, was confiscated near the Indo-Nepal border in Nanpara. The operation was conducted by Inspector-in-charge Pradeep Kumar Singh and his team from Nanpara Kotwali police station. read more

In the first three quarters of 2024, Vietnam exported 9,274 tons of chili, earning a revenue of 22.2 million USD. This marks a 5.3% increase in quantity and a 31.8% increase in value compared to the same period last year. The Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA) read more

For many years, AGF-Online has been growing a range of products on German soil. In 2001, Kees van der Meij started small by loading his first two pallets of spring onions into a Sprinter van. Today, vehicles are unloading around the clock, with several scheduled departures from Germany. read more

Abdul Kadir Memon, Director and head of business development and procurement at Abacate International, announced the launch of a new avocado product line. He stated, "This new premium product line represents a major advancement for the Indian avocado market and for our company. The avocados are sourced from high-quality growers and are now available to consumers." read more

Ohalo announced today the launch of FruitionOne, the world's first self-fertile Nonpareil almond variety. This allows almond growers to eliminate the need for traditional pollenizer trees when planting Nonpareil almond orchards, marking an advancement in almond farming. Nonpareil almonds have read more

A study involving 2,000 men across the UK has revealed differences in how men from various cities perceive their health. Specifically, men from London, Leeds, and Manchester consider themselves to be the healthiest. In Leeds, 82 percent of the surveyed men stated that they have never engaged in... read more

Based on the preliminary and unaudited figures for the first nine months, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) is revising its forecast for the current financial year. Despite global challenges such as economic weakness in Germany and the military conflict in the Middle East, the company is adjusting its outlook. read more

badanie.adden Universytet were able to modify the ginger plant to thrive in the Polish climate, providing a more sustainable and locally sourced option for consumers. This breakthrough has the potential to reduce reliance on imports and support the growth of ginger production within Poland. read more

The National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) in Egypt has increased its regulatory efforts to ensure food safety in various sectors. According to its latest report, the NFSA's Information Centre revealed that from October 19 to 25, its Department of Control of Packing Stations and Centers carried out 28. read more

In Namibia, 70% of locally-grown asparagus is exported to international markets, while the remaining 30% is used for domestic consumption, as emphasized by Carlos Lerchundi, the managing director of Otjimbele Agriculture. Lerchundi expressed his satisfaction with this distribution during a recent press briefing. read more

The citrus season in Israel for 2024 has started off well, but there are concerns about how the longer journey around the Cape of Good Hope to reach Asian markets will affect the quality of the fruit upon arrival. Rafi Zuri, the citrus product manager at Galilee Exports, stated, "Until now we shipped..." read more

In the first three quarters of 2024, Brazil experienced a decrease in grape exports compared to the same period in 2023. Data from AgroStat/Mapa, analyzed by Abrafrutas, showed a 48.79% drop in export value and a 54.32% decrease in volume in the country's grape industry. read more

"The product is not in short supply and the quality is very encouraging, given the full range of calibers. Although we have to wait for the final results, we are optimistic at the moment," says Giancarlo Elmi, owner of Mitica (in Rioveggio, Bologna), who is in the middle of the campaign season. read more