Calls to ban the sale of a popular garden plant found at garden centres and nurseries nationwide have been renewed following the emergence of images showing a field filled with the "lovely-looking" species. Gazania daisies are a highly invasive weed that has spread from domestic gardens and is now dominating the landscape. 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

Shekhar Chauhan was just one of the many people in the country's job market until he decided to do something different with his own resources. He chose to express himself through flowers. This young man from Madarpura village in Daurala, Meerut, started a floriculture business and created opportunities for several others to earn a living. read more

On May 23, 2025, the People's Court in China (Kunming Intermediate People's Court of Yunnan Province) ruled in favor of Dümmen Orange in a case against a Chinese company regarding the unauthorized cultivation and commercialization of Dümmen Orange's Sweet Avalanche+ rose variety. read more

The Naivasha Horticultural Fair is one of Kenya's largest outdoor agricultural events, and over the years it has become a crucial gathering point for the floriculture sector. The fair attracts growers, breeders, suppliers, and stakeholders from the region and beyond. read more

The competition in the date market is increasing, with harvests in North Africa taking place between September and April, depending on the region. The primary focus is on the Moroccan market, which is the world's second-largest importer of dates after India. Mohamed Shalash, an Egyptian exporter, stated, "The Moroccan market is highly competitive due to the high demand for dates." read more

Ostatnie "Porozumienie Ramowe" osiągnięte między USA i UE obejmuje orzechy drzewne jako jeden z amerykańskich produktów, na których UE zamierza zlikwidować cła. Jednak według greckiego handlowca orzechami, to wydarzenie nie zwiększy ich świeżego udziału w rynku. Pan Christos Balestravos, właściciel read more

Bridgett James jest asystentem menedżera nasion w spółdzielni nasion ziemniaków w Ashburton, która przechowuje, kroi i klasyfikuje nasiona ziemniaków dla producentów dostarczających ziemniaki dla McDonald's dostarczających restauracje McDonald's. James powiedziała, że sezon zaczyna się pod koniec lutego lub na początku marca, gdy nasiona ziemniaków przybywają od producentów. "To read more

Ciężkie wiosenne deszcze i późne sadzenie spowodowały, że południowestońscy plantatorzy ziemniaków zmierają się z plonami o około połowę mniejszymi niż zwykle. Plony różnią się w zależności od plantatora, ale są niższe niż oczekiwano, jak twierdzi Rasmus Kolberg, członek zarządu spółdzielni ziemniaczanej Eestimaa Kartul. "Nasi ludzie jeszcze właściwie nie zaczęli... 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

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

The Member States of Mercosur (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay) and the States of EFTA (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland) signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on September 16, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The agreement was signed by Argentina on behalf of Mercosur. read more

Coveris and TIPA® Compostable Packaging have signed an exclusive agreement to produce and sell compostable labels for fresh produce in the United Kingdom. This partnership is in response to growing market demand and regulatory standards related to the compostability of produce. read more

Maiora, a company operating in the Central-Southern regions through GDO and Cash & Carry channels under Despare Altasfera brands, has obtained the Italian Gender Equality certification according to the UNI/PdR 125:2022 standard, issued by the accredited body Si Cert Italy, as a testament to a model. read more

Viking Roses will be participating in Hortifair Naivasha on 19-20 September (booth located on road A1). Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the company's latest sprays and standards, as well as the new Selection Manager, Irene Njihia, who will be officially introduced on the Viking longboat during the event. Irene Njihia is taking over the position. read more

On Tuesday, September 16, the President of Assomela, Magnani, and the Vice President, Kössler, together with the Director, Missanelli, met with the Agriculture Committee of the European Parliament during a visit by European parliamentarians to Italy. The meeting took place in Parma. read more

Plant grower and decoration partner for flowers & plants Bunnik Group in Bleiswijk, the Netherlands, will wind down all business activities in the coming months. Management and shareholders have decided this after failing to bring the company out of the red. From now on, the company will be 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

This week, the Belgian city of Ghent is a gathering place for the international floriculture industry. Industry representatives have been meeting since Monday for the 77th AIPH Annual Congress, which includes a full day dedicated to presentations and discussions at the Industry Conference. read more

Egypt has transitioned from being a minor player in the blueberry industry to emerging as a significant player that is already attracting interest from numerous companies in Europe and the Americas. Two companies, one Spanish and one Dutch, have recognized the potential of the country and are working on projects using their own genetic resources. read more