There is a delicate balance between retaining water for plant uptake between irrigations and maintaining optimal air space of 25-50% to enhance root respiration in a container. Several factors can influence these parameters. The components of a substrate are the most commonly involved. read more

"Small farmers are one of the most underutilized resources in Africa," says Tendai Chitapi, co-founder of Kuronga, "because no-one has put their hand up to coordinate and manage them. That's the feedback we always get from potential buyers: small farmers are too fragmented, they say, and their" read more

The National Food Safety Agency of Moldova has approved the export of products from Gagauz farmers to the Russian market. This announcement was made by Sergey Ibrishim, the head of the agricultural complex department of Gagauzia, on May 21. He noted that the necessary documents have already been submitted. read more

Three top international technology-based projects have been selected by the Scientific Committee of Citrus Forum (www.citrusforum.es) to compete for the Citrus Innovation award. read more

The beginning of the Verna lemon campaign has been described as a "breath of fresh air for the market" by Juan Antonio Martínez Rubio, the manager of Toñifruit. Due to its "spectacular freshness and quality," it has generated significant interest in the markets, and consumption during the campaign has been high. read more

"The category of fruit and vegetable wholesalers is reacting to change in a responsive way. However, in addition to historical challenges such as investments and bureaucracy, we also need to address the challenges of our times, such as environmental sustainability and digital transition." read more

Benevia® is a new insecticide that showcases FMC Agricultural Solutions' commitment to innovation, in order to produce better and more sustainably. At a time when

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The use of biodegradable and compostable plastics in the agricultural sector has been experiencing an exponential increase in recent years, as a result of new innovations in the industry and a growing commitment from farmers to solutions that contribute to more sustainable crops. read more

The National Food Safety Agency of Moldova has approved the export of products from Gagauz farmers to the Russian market. This announcement was made by Sergey Ibrishim, the head of the agricultural complex department of Gagauzia, on May 21. He mentioned that the necessary documents have already been prepared. read more

Vineland, a research and innovation center, believes that roadmaps offer an opportunity to explore a spectrum of topics. Vineland has developed several roadmaps for industry partners, focusing on understanding the economic, sustainability, social, and technological needs and challenges they face. read more

Naturizia, a brand of the Almeda company, is launching a new range of ready-to-eat salads for modern distribution, called Terra Mia, with the slogan "Wherever you go, excellence you find." There are three varieties available in 150-gram bowls that showcase some PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) products from three regions: Sicily (Tomatoes), read more

These projects are part of the stimulus program for inland shipping, which aims to improve the accessibility of Flemish seaports and relieve the road network. The inland shipping stimulus program is a collaboration between the Ministry of Mobility and... read more

Growers could soon have personalized local weather forecasts at their fingertips through a program that utilizes the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, in combination with traditional weather forecasting techniques. read more

Netto, the largest grocery discounter in Germany and part of the Edeka Group, has improved the logistics processes at its Coswig facility by partnering with the automated solutions provider Cimcorp. read more

Enhancing excellence through branding, continuous research for new products, and a concrete commitment to sustainability: this is what it means today to maintain a solid position in the fruit and vegetable market. These are the 'moves' adopted by Spreafico, which recently implemented read more

Coop Alleanza 3.0 has received, for the fourth consecutive year, the recognition of "Sustainability Leader 2024," conferred by Il Sole 24 Ore and Statista, an international company specializing in market research and data analysis. The Cooperative, continuously present in read more

The patented harvesters manufactured by the Italian machinery producer Dari Ecomeccanica are a valuable innovation for producers in the fresh-cut sector. These harvesters provide numerous advantages, including technical enhancements and cost savings, by minimizing the requirement for manual labor. read more

NextG3N Greenhouse has recently been appointed as the sole distributor of Rovero Greenhouse Technology. Rovero Greenhouse Technology is known for its unique approach to greenhouse design, featuring patented technologies like the Roll-Air Greenhouse, which can transition from a completely sealed environment to a... read more

Najnowsze ustalenia dokonane przez Komitet Wyborczy ds. Ogrodnictwa Izby Lordów ujawniają, że jedynie połowa warzyw i 17 procent owoców spożywanych w Wielkiej Brytanii pochodzi z krajowej produkcji, pomimo zdolności kraju do produkcji różnorodnych owoców i warzyw, w tym licznych odmian jabłek.

Recent findings by the House of Lords Horticultural Select Committee reveal that only half of the vegetables and 17 per cent of fruit consumed in the UK are domestically grown, despite the country's capacity to produce a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, including numerous apple varieties. read more