Od 11 do 14 września miasto Aracena było gospodarzem 15. Europejskiego Kongresu Kasztanowego, Eurocastanea 2025. Coroczne wydarzenie odbywa się w regionie uprawy kasztanów wybranym przez kraj gospodarza. Hiszpania została wybrana na gospodarza kongresu w 2025 roku. Był to pierwszy raz, kiedy kongres odbył się w Andaluzji,... read more

From Monday, September 22, to Friday, September 26, KWS Vegetables will open its doors in Andijk, the Netherlands, for PopFest '25. The week-long event will focus on open field crops, including spinach, beans, red beet, and Swiss chard, bringing together industry professionals from different. read more

The Northwest pear crop is experiencing a rebound year, with volumes returning to average levels after a lackluster 2024. "A milder winter supported a healthy dormancy period, which led to a favorable bloom and strong fruit set," says Julieta Castillo of Superfresh Growers. "As for organic... read more

Westland Seeds is introducing several new pepper varieties that are specifically developed for high-tech cultivation. Two of the key varieties include the sweet pointed pepper WLS 2322 and the blocky red pepper WLS 2078. The company is excited about the promising new candidates that have emerged from their second screenings. read more

The UK is no better prepared to feed its population in times of crisis than before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the National Farmers' Union (NFU). President Tom Bradshaw said it was "criminal" that the nation is less than 20% self-sufficient in fruit. "If we are worried enough to be read more

"The Armenian alternative for top fruit and stone fruit can be very competitive and interesting for several markets, especially the Indian market," said Gegham Gharibyan, UAE Business Development Manager for Armenian producer Fun Fruit, on the sidelines of his participation in Asia Fruit. read more

A dozen Mauritanian companies, supported by the National Society for Rural Development (SONADER), are getting ready to participate in the Fruit Attraction trade show in the country's newly built pavilion. The event offers a valuable platform for growers to connect with potential new clients, with SONADER's backing. read more

Paraguayan onion producers affiliated with the National Farmer Federation held a demonstration on Monday in front of the departmental headquarters of the National Service for Plant and Seed Quality and Health (Senave), demanding measures against smuggling and... read more

A growing sector Global demand for avocado oil is rising at double-digit rates each year, making it one of the most promising products for added value within the avocado industry. In light of this rapid growth and the need to standardize quality and processes, the Avocado Oil Manufacturers read more

W ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat globalna konsumpcja kiwi wykazywała trwały wzrost. Według Carlosa Cruzata, prezesa Chilijskiego Komitetu Kiwi, ten trend jest w dużej mierze wynikiem zmiany nawyków żywieniowych, szczególnie wśród młodych konsumentów, którzy coraz bardziej dbają o zdrowie. Kiwi, bogate read more

South Africa's agricultural exports reached US$3.71 billion in the second quarter of 2025, up 10% from the same period a year earlier. The increase reflects higher volumes of various products and stronger commodity prices. Fresh produce dominated the export list, including citrus, apples, and other fruits. read more

Akorn Technology, Inc. has been granted a National Science Foundation (NSF) Phase IIB Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award to further develop plant-based edible coatings for fresh produce. This innovative solution will facilitate the initial commercial use of essential oils in post-harvest applications... read more

Fall Creek® Farm & Nursery, Inc. has announced the appointment of Marc de Beer, Ph.D., as chief executive officer, effective October 13, 2025. De Beer brings two decades of leadership experience in animal nutrition and genetics to the company. Most recently, he served as president of Aviagen North. read more

Według wyników badania Nutrimétrie przeprowadzonego dla UNILET (francuskiej organizacji branży puszkowanej i mrożonych warzyw), 9 na 10 Francuzów nadal nie spożywa wystarczająco warzyw. W związku z tą sytuacją, przetworzone warzywa - "łatwe w przygotowaniu, dostępne przez cały rok i odpowiednie dla" read more

Indie is a leading producer of oranges, however, imports continue to play a crucial role in meeting off-season and premium demand, according to Suresh Ramakrishnan, CEO of Swaanush Fruit Oasis Pvt. Ltd., a fresh produce importer based in Tamil Nadu. "Import volumes from Egypt and South Africa remained stable," he said. read more

Seeka Limited has successfully introduced a new red nashi pear under the brand name Ruby Roo™. The variety was initially launched at Australia's Hort Connections Conference in Brisbane in June. Recently, Seeka also showcased the new variety at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, receiving positive feedback. read more

"Between February and June 2025, the quantity of PGI new carrots from Ispica increased from approximately 4,000 tonnes in 2024 to 4,500 tonnes in 2025, representing a 14% increase," reports Massimo Pavan, president of the Ispica Protection Consortium. "The quality was average, with good crispness and flavor." read more

Po uszkodzeniach spowodowanych przez Thrips parvispinus na plantacjach papryki w hiszpańskiej prowincji Almeria w zeszłym sezonie, plantatorzy odkrywają, że nie ma naprawdę skutecznych zabiegów fitosanitarnych przeciwko temu szkodnikowi, a upał tylko pogarsza sprawę. "Pomimo problemu z thripsami w zeszłym roku, my read more

Amir Karimi of fresh produce exporter Faina Universal Co. has stated that banana exports from India are showing signs of recovery as the export window approaches. He mentioned that although exports are not yet at peak levels, they are steady, with shipments still being sent to the Middle East, including regular deliveries to Jordan. read more

Ecovative has sold its Netherlands-based subsidiary, Ecovative Spawn & Substrate BV, to the Klerken family, founders of Scelta Mushrooms. The business will continue under the new name Ourcelia and will focus on supporting the mushroom industry with spawn and substrate solutions. read more