There is often talk about the level of sterility in a Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) facility, with many growers claiming to be up to 99% sterile. However, Paul Rutten, a specialist in indoor farm microbes, is debunking these 'myths'. "Whether it's a vertical farm or a greenhouse where people are packed in, the level of sterility is not as high as believed," he says. read more

The UK has a strong tradition in agriculture, particularly in the cultivation of fruits and vegetables. This sector plays a crucial role in the UK economy, contributing £4.3 billion in 2022 and yielding over 3 million tonnes of produce annually. However, the UK only produces 17% of its fruit and 55% of its vegetables domestically. read more

Ruch słodkich ziemniaków był interesujący w tym roku. "Mieliśmy naprawdę udane Święto Dziękczynienia, co było dla nas zaskoczeniem" - mówi Kristi Hocutt z Triple J Produce. "Potem mieliśmy umiarkowany pierwszy kwartał, a teraz zaczynamy trochę nabierać tempa. Jednak słyszę, że ludzie w read more

The reduction in the cultivation area of certain melon varieties in Almería is prompting farmers to explore alternatives in specialty crops. One such example is Unica Fresh, which is heavily investing in the Little Planet variety this year, a type of Snow melon, and has allocated 50 hectares for its cultivation. read more

"We are a family-owned farm that has specialized in growing and processing short supply chain fruit, certified organic, for three generations. One of our primary products is strawberries, which we cultivate in protected areas and process into high-quality preserves. The first structured strawberry." read more

The supply of raspberries is currently stable, with consistent volumes coming in from Mexico. The Watsonville, California season has just started, and we expect the volume to increase in the upcoming weeks. Unless there are significant weather disruptions, we predict that peak volumes will occur in July and August. read more

Building on the momentum of its new initiative, "The Apeel Leverage," Apeel Sciences has launched the second pillar: "Helping You Sell More." Apeel's technologies are designed to enhance retail profitability and consumer satisfaction through its plant-based coating that extends the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. read more

British Columbia (B.C.) cherry growers, along with many growers in Northern Washington, were affected by a freeze event in January 2024. "We were having an unusually mild winter until mid-January, and the fruit buds had begun to awaken as a result," said Julie McLachlan from Jealous Fruits. read more

The table grape harvest has begun in Egypt, and the season is shaping up to be promising in terms of production and marketing, as stated by Salem Ghonim, a consultant for several Egyptian grape growers. Ghonim remarked, "We are currently at the peak harvest for some early white varieties, like Prime and Early Sweet. read more

This week is crucial for sweet corn sales as consumers are stocking up for grilling and barbecue events over the Memorial Day weekend. Both Florida and Georgia are currently producing sweet corn, and both states are experiencing a good crop due to favorable weather conditions during the season. read more

Bananas are a staple fruit worldwide. Their production is vital in numerous tropical and subtropical regions, significantly impacting local economies and providing employment opportunities. Global banana production is approximately 86 million tons annually, with India leading as the top producer. read more

In April, the EU recorded an orange price of €93.17 per 100 kgs, marking a 1.81% decrease compared to April 2023. This figure is also 17% higher than the 5-year average. In Spain, orange prices were reported at €82 per 100 kgs, representing an increase of approximately 16% compared to the 5-year average. read more

Again this year, spring frost has affected the Serbian berry industry, causing substantial damage of up to 40% in numerous plantations. Sladjana Vuković, CEO of the Serbian exporting company Srbovoće, stated: "We experienced frost in April. Some fields were completely wiped out, some suffered minor losses, while others were not affected at all." read more

The availability of asparagus continued to increase without interruption, especially with a significant surge in domestic deliveries. The summer weather not only hastened the growth of the asparagus spears in the fields but also provided better storage possibilities. However, according to the BLE, demand did not always match the increase in availability. read more

The leek harvest has recently concluded at Seddon & Sons, and like other vegetables, it was a somewhat challenging season. James Seddon mentioned, "The harvest was typical during the summer months, but starting from November/December, we experienced frost followed by wet conditions, which impacted both yields and quality." read more

Rynek orzechów w Brazylii wykazuje obiecujący wzrost, zwłaszcza dzięki rosnącemu zainteresowaniu konsumentów zdrowiem i stylem życia. Popyt na pożywne orzechy, takie jak orzechy włoskie, pistacje i migdały, które nie są produkowane w kraju, rośnie. Dlatego niniejszy raport zawiera analizę. read more

Holland: Ahold Delhaize launches its Growing Together strategy building on its core strengths

Ahold Delhaize has unveiled its Growing Together strategy during its 2024 Strategy Day, highlighting essential plans and goals for the period leading up to 2028. This strategy focuses on leveraging the company's core strengths and includes a comprehensive growth and investment roadmap. read more

This year as well, the first Flemish cherries are once again available at Demedts - De Mey nursery. While last year the first cherries came from the greenhouses of Benoit Demedts and his wife Marie-Anne De Mey, this year they are even earlier. "We were able to pick the first cherries of the season on May 10th,." read more

Istnieją dobre perspektywy na kampanię melonów i arbuzów w 2024 roku w hiszpańskiej prowincji Murcja. "Plony rozwijają się wspaniale, charakteryzują się wyjątkową jakością i bardzo dobrą kondycją. Oczekujemy normalnego rozwoju, bez niespodzianek, co powinno pozwolić nam odzyskać zwykłe wolumeny. read more

W pierwszym tygodniu 21, pierwsze maliny sezonu można zbierać w regionie Ortenau. "Pomimo deszczowej wiosny, owoce dobrze przetrwały fazę kwitnienia i nie ucierpiały na skutek mrozu. Teraz potrzebujemy trochę stabilniejszej pogody, z dzienne temperatury w okolicach 20-22°C." read more