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"Robust varieties with sturdy root systems are in high demand."
2024-05-16 00:00
With a genome five times larger than a human's and 16 times that of a tomato, it takes 15 years to develop a new variety of the humble onion. Lennaert Aardse of Dutch seed supplier De Groot en Slot delves into the complexity of this seemingly simple bulb.
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Introducing Scalibur: Potato slicing with Dual Rotation Technology.
2024-05-16 00:00
FAM STUMABO is introducing ScaliburTM, a more efficient potato slicer that offers improved cutting solutions. This innovative machine is equipped with dual rotation technology, where both the cutting head and the impeller rotate to provide a controlled and gentle cutting process. Previously, potatoes were...
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Over one million trays of New Zealand kiwis are scheduled for destruction due to a mice infestation.
2024-05-16 00:00
Over a million trays of New Zealand kiwifruit, which were found to have a mice infestation on a ship, are scheduled for disposal. The problem was discovered during Zespri's first shipment to Europe for the season. Attempts were made to rescue the fruit, with 54 percent of the pallets inspected. Zespri's reaction was to take action to address the situation.
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Etiquette expert William Hanson showcases the proper way to eat corn on the cob, avoiding the informal practice of eating it with hands. In his viral TikTok video, which has been viewed 3 million times, Hanson recommends holding the corn on a plate and cutting it neatly with a knife. He adds a touch of humor to the demonstration.
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A dynamic and growing trade fair in Azerbaijan
2024-05-16 00:00
The Interfood Caspian Agro Azerbaijan fair, which will take place in Baku from 15th to 17th May, is increasingly becoming a benchmark for the food, fruit, and vegetable sector in the surrounding geographical area. "There are European companies participating," explains Omar Papi, CEO of the.
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An unexpected shortage of potatoes has affected Cork and Kerry.
2024-05-16 00:00
The persistent unfavorable weather conditions and the decreasing number of farmers have caused a notable shortage of the Kerr's Pink potato variety, a beloved choice in Cork and Kerry. As a result, many supermarkets and local grocers are experiencing stock shortages. Dan Horan, the owner of
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In 2023, a consortium of Dutch soft fruit businesses, the Dutch Enterprise Agency (RVO), and the Netherlands Embassy in Ankara launched a three-year initiative to enhance business relations between the Netherlands and Turkey in the strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry markets.
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The European BiOrangePack Project, led by AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, aims to enhance the logistics system in the citrus industry. It concentrates on creating active and environmentally-friendly packaging to protect and extend the shelf life of oranges and lemons.
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"Produkcja śliwek może spaść o około 25% w tym roku w regionie Extremadura" "The plum production may drop by around 25% this year in Extremadura."
2024-05-16 00:00
The first nectarines of the 2024 season are already being harvested in the Spanish province of Badajoz, and similar to peaches and flat peaches, production volumes are expected to be normal. In less than a month, it will also be time to start with plums, which are Extremadura's most...
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"We grow our fruit to be sold in the market, not to be taken off the market to maintain stable prices."
2024-05-16 00:00
Według najnowszych danych opublikowanych przez hiszpańskie Ministerstwo Rolnictwa, cena źródłowa bananów z Wysp Kanaryjskich w 18. tygodniu wyniosła średnio 98 centów za kilogram, co przewyższa średnią z ostatnich 5 lat o 140%, oraz o 333% w porównaniu do 22,6 centów za kilogram zgłoszonych przez MAPA w tym samym tygodniu.
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The supply of lemons is currently in the typical transition period from the end of the San Joaquin Valley fruit to the peak production of Coastal fruit in California. According to Alex Teague from World, "So by June, we'll start seeing imports from Chile and Argentina. We are currently in the transitional period between May and June."
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"At the moment, there is higher demand for cherries than supply."
2024-05-16 00:00
Kampania wiśniowa w Dolinie Jerte rozpoczęła się tydzień wcześniej niż zwykle, z doskonałym popytem i oczekiwaniem na odzyskanie strat po ubiegłorocznie skomplikowanym sezonie. W całej Europie występuje niewielkie zastoje w produkcji z powodu problemów pogodowych, ale spodziewa się, że wolumeny wzrosną w kolejnych tygodniach.
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The US Early Pride mandarin variety has begun to grow in popularity in Peru and Chile.
2024-05-16 00:00
The Valencian company Euro Variety Agronomic Management (EVAM) is the exclusive licensee of the industrial property rights for the US Early Pride mandarin variety in the European Union, Morocco, Chile, Peru, and Turkey. EVAM has close connections to the citrus industry. Its director and partner is Vicente.
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The European Commission proposed a major revision of the regulations governing plant reproductive material (PRM) in the European Union in July 2023. If adopted, this new legislation would directly affect seed potatoes, changing how they are produced, registered, and managed.
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Produkty rolnicze są niezbędne dla ludzkiego zdrowia. Nawet po zbiorach te produkty wciąż są "żywe". Ulegają one procesom metabolicznym, które ostatecznie prowadzą do psucia się. W miarę rozwoju społeczeństwa, poprawia się jakość życia ludzi, którzy poszukują wyższej jakości w rolnictwie...
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Moroccan tomatoes of various sizes are disappearing from the market.
2024-05-16 00:00
TOVs as well as round tomatoes primarily originated from the Netherlands and Belgium, followed by Spain, with supplies from Morocco no longer playing a significant role according to BLE. The popular cherry tomatoes were mainly sourced from Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium.
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"70% of our production is exported, as the product is still relatively new in Azerbaijan."
2024-05-16 00:00
Blueberries are a relatively new fruit in Azerbaijan, with the harvest season running from June to the end of July. Berry Blue was founded by Mehri Ahmadova and her husband five years ago, and they now cultivate blueberries on 21 hectares of open ground. "Our blueberry harvest in Azerbaijan is from
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Devastating frosts have caused substantial losses in the blueberry crops in Ukraine.
2024-05-16 00:00
Ukranian farmers are currently experiencing a significant setback this spring due to exceptional weather conditions. According to reports from EastFruit, persistent nighttime frosts are expected to destroy almost half of the country's blueberry harvest. Some agricultural businesses are preparing for losses of up to 90%.
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The strawberry season in Huelva is entering its final stretch with prices on the rise.
2024-05-16 00:00
The strawberry campaign in Huelva, which represents over 90% of Spain's strawberry production, is now in its final phase with an average price higher than in previous campaigns. According to the latest report from the Price Observatory of the Junta de Andalucía, the total volume marketed so far is...
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"Using fresh garlic from Italy, we are bridging the gap until the new Dutch harvest."
2024-05-16 00:00
Biesheuvel Knoflook has fresh garlic from Italy available for the fourth year in a row. According to Thijs Boersma, "Italian garlic serves as a great transition to the Dutch season starting in mid-June." The garlic from Italy comes in two sizes: 50+ mm and 60+ mm.
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