Since the appearance of the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) in 2014, Bayer has implemented a global strategy focused on developing materials with high resistance. In the early years, they launched the first hybrid variety in Mexico with Intermediate Resistance (IR) to the symptoms of the virus. read more

High temperatures reaching up to 30 degrees Celsius in many parts of Serbia have sped up the growth of stone and berry fruits. Initial forecasts suggest that the harvest of the early plum variety Cacaks Frühe is anticipated to start in the second week of June, followed by other varieties such as... read more

On April 16, 2024, inspectors from the Department of Quarantine Control of the Sverdlovsk Region of Rosselkhoznadzor inspected a total of 20,218 kilograms of fruit and vegetable products imported from China. At the temporary storage warehouse in Yekaterinburg, 3,939 kg of mangoes and 3,639 kg of... read more

Ecuador will receive a second banana variety resistant to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense tropical race 4 (FOC R4T) on Thursday, April 18. This banana variety, known as GAL, comes from Israel and is distributed by Rahan Meristem. This import, the result of the efforts of the Ministry of Agriculture, is expected to help improve the banana industry in Ecuador. read more

In 2023, only a few kilograms of potatoes were exported from Armenia. This information was revealed by former Minister of Agriculture, Ashot Arutyunyan, during a press conference on April 16. He explained that this low export volume was due to documentation issues and customs clearance problems, which were similar to the challenges faced by Armenian importers in the past. read more

South African agriculture was one of the first to adopt EurepGAP (predecessor to GlobalG.A.P) certification in 2003, following Spain and Italy, given its export-oriented industry. Lemons, oranges, soft citrus, pears, and apples are now the top five South African products certified by GlobalG.A.P. read more

Bananas, which are a significant source of potassium, come wrapped in their own biodegradable packaging, making them a convenient and popular fruit in the US. They play a crucial role in the American diet, with their consumption accounting for over 20% of the total fresh fruit intake, a number that has been growing. read more

The peony flower, famous for its colorful blossoms, has been cultivated in different parts of the world for its ornamental beauty. However, commercial cultivation of peonies in India has been largely unexplored until recent trials conducted by the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research... read more

All plagues on aronia! After the strongest invasion of the moths in many parts of Poland for years, the accelerated blooming of the shrubs will coincide with a wave of frosts. It seems that if the pest does not limit the yield sufficiently this season, it will do so for. read more

New year... old life. Please forgive me for starting with this proverb, but it perfectly describes the trend of foreign trade during the first month of 2024, as it closely mirrors the end of 2023, characterized by a negative trade deficit of over 500 thousand. read more

HilverdaFlorist reflects on a successful week at the California Spring Trials 2024. Throughout the week, they showcased the latest genetics tailored for the North American market. Additionally, they unveiled a range of new branding concepts to the market. At CAST, the company introduced their most recent genetics. read more

A brief period of cold weather following the recent storms and winds in South Africa's Western Cape region has raised hopes for a great season. The weather seems to have had a positive impact on the color development of red and pink apple varieties. read more

A piece of good news after three consecutive years affected by difficult weather conditions, as reported by fruitnet.com. "I expect the season to start 15 days earlier than in 2016," said Gündüz. Gündüz also mentioned that flowering and pollination would occur earlier. read more

The platform is a collaboration between the various sectors of agriculture and horticulture. According to Eric Douma, Head of Entrepreneurship and Education at LTO, it is important that all sectors are connected to this platform. Together, we have a stronger... read more

Fruitnet has learned that the EU now has one month to respond to a consultation request. If the process goes smoothly, it is expected that the dispute will be discussed in the second half of the year. Therefore, the South African export season in 2024 will not be affected. read more

Południowa Afryka w końcu zainicjowała spór z Unią Europejską dotyczący narzuconych przez nią regulacji handlu fitosanitarnego na jej cytrusy w Światowej Organizacji Handlu (WTO). read more

SanLucar has once again partnered with the Italian cheese brand Galbani for a collaborative promotion in Germany. The "Bring the sun to your plate" campaign, which coincides with the picnic season, will feature a diverse range of SanLucar tomatoes being promoted alongside Galbani mozzarella in German retail stores. read more

The weekly monitoring conducted by EastFruit on wholesale onion prices in Uzbekistan has revealed a significant decline. Last week, the wholesale price for this commodity dropped to 1500 Uzbekistani som, equivalent to 12 U.S. cents. In practical terms, this means that in Uzbekistan, you can now purchase onions at a lower price. read more

South African orange exports to the EU have been subjected to cold treatment since 2022 as a measure to prevent the entry of pests into Europe. This regulation has had significant consequences for South African exporters, leading to a decrease in their orange exports to Europe. read more

Fresh Del Monte is set to begin producing and selling its own-branded soft fruit in Italy. At the upcoming Third Small Fruits and Strawberry Symposium in Marsala on July 11th, the company will connect with its network of producers and unveil its investment plan. read more