Next week (week 31), the new Belgian summer apple variety Ziola will be harvested. The variety was developed by Zouk, a sister company of Boomkwekerij Johan Nicolai, which focuses on innovation in apple and pear breeding. "This variety ripens two weeks earlier than Delbare, currently the most popular." read more

The Greenhouse Manager recently launched by SDF Horti Software has been implemented for the first time at Sun Sing Garden, a horticultural company in Taiwan. This innovative software, compatible with HAWE Cultivation Systems, provides growers with comprehensive control over their operations. read more

The European Commission is proposing a new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) as part of the upcoming Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), which sets the EU's long-term budget and determines funding priorities, including agricultural spending. This proposal aims to shape the CAP beyond 2027. read more

The 2025 cherry season has been particularly challenging for Turkish producers and exporters, according to Sefik Can, account manager for Turkish fresh produce exporter Canlar Fruit. He stated, "Due to three consecutive frost events in April, the harvest volume dropped drastically. In some areas, production was" read more

At Kwekerij de Zuidplas in the Netherlands, the team from Peter Dekker Installaties (PDI) is putting the finishing touches on a brand-new, high-tech greenhouse. Construction on the facility, where gerberas will soon be grown in a highly sustainable manner, began earlier this year. read more

In an initiative aimed at fostering sustainability, livelihood generation, and hands-on learning, a nine-day skill enhancement workshop on "Eco-Friendly Pine Needle Craft Items and Artificial Flower Making" is currently underway at Vallabh Government College, Mandi. Organised by the Department of. read more

While the "Respect" patent is being filed and recognized in various North American countries, Siropack is entering into another significant commercial agreement in North Africa. The Italian company based in Cesenatico, Emilia-Romagna, which produces machines and software for the food industry, is expanding its presence in the region. read more

From the innovative heart of South Tyrol comes a technology that could profoundly change the agriculture of the future. It's called Plantvoice https://plantvoice.farm/en/ and is an advanced sensor solution developed by a startup based in Bolzano, which allows monitoring in. read more

The 2025 edition of FlowerTrials Boskoop was a success, with hundreds of visitors gathering and responding enthusiastically to the latest innovations from Kolster, HOKO Breeding, and Walter Blom Plants. From the very beginning, attendees were able to vote for their favorite novelty, which contributed to the overall positive experience of the event. read more

A high-quality harvest and low inventory levels bode well for the upcoming marketing season for Catalan apples and pears. However, a series of hailstorms will hinder the region from reaching its maximum productivity. read more

Manel Simon, CEO of Afrucat, stated: "Although some producers were heavily affected by the hail, we were able to predict a season with acceptable quantities and very good fruit quality due to the early occurrence of the hailstorms. The cold storage facilities are full because of the." read more

According to UK labelling specialist Sinclair, fruit labels, originally created for branding and product identification, have now become a vital tool for consumer interaction, transparency, and operational efficiency. read more

Stuart Davis, Leaderbrand's sustainability manager, has been honored with a Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) Life Member award, in recognition of his service and leadership in the country's horticulture sector. read more

Export shipments of agricultural products from Vietnam to the European Union are facing delays due to problems related to certification procedures necessary to meet EU food safety standards. Since the beginning of this month, exports of fruits and vegetables, such as dragon fruit and chili, have been affected. read more

"To comfortably fit a meatball into a sandwich, you would have to flatten it. The same goes for peaches and nectarines: If you want them to be a handy snack, you have to flatten them, too. That's how Ondine was born." Joaquín Berges, the marketing manager of Frutaria Innovation (Samca Group). read more

The relationship between ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) and the Large-Scale Retail sector is now a key indicator to measure the sustainable transformation of Organized Retail. But what are the real priorities and challenges that the sector is facing? Here is a summary of the analysis conducted. read more

Yesterday, the meeting promoted by the Sweet Passion watermelon Consortium was held, an event designed to review the commercial performance of the season and present the latest developments in terms of varieties and environmental aspects. In collaboration with the Known You Seed seed company, the meeting... read more

The negotiations for a framework agreement on the staff of the Esselunga supply chain responsible for home grocery delivery have been broken off: tomorrow a national strike of drivers is called. This is announced by Filt Cgil of Emilia-Romagna. "The negotiations for the rights of drivers delivering groceries are... read more

As global demand for sustainable packaging increases, compostable fruit labels are making a comeback as a small yet impactful innovation in the fresh produce industry. Originally intended for branding and product identification, fruit labels have evolved into essential tools for... read more

Dwie nowo opracowane odmiany borówki, Abril Blue+™ i Alessia Blue+™, niedawno zostały wprowadzone podczas wydarzenia w Chiclayo, Peru, jednym z głównych regionów uprawy borówki w kraju. Te odmiany są doceniane za swoje wyjątkowe cechy: wczesna dojrzałość, brak wymogu chłodzenia. read more