The harvest of green asparagus in Greece is in full swing. In Imathia, the harvest is at the midpoint of the season. However, sales have been under pressure in recent days, partly because all production zones are active on the market at the same time, and partly due to the Easter and May Day. read more

It's springtime in the Netherlands, which means that mornings now start with sunshine and energy - you can feel it in everything. As an auctioneer, I am right in the midst of it all," Luus Hooyman, auctioneer at Royal FloraHolland, shares. "Every day, I see on the clock how... read more

The cucumber season has started, while the green bean season is in full swing. The first strawberries from Veneto are being harvested, and tomato production has begun in various Italian regions. There is a good level of demand for peas, as they are in peak production. The campaign for Sicilian netted melons continues. read more

Aldi UK: Aldi shoppers can recreate a popular Italian sandwich for less than £1. Aldi UK stated: "Shoppers can experience a taste of Italy for only 94p per person by purchasing the trending Italian sandwich ingredients at Aldi. Everything needed to make a delicious Italian sandwich can be found in the aisles of Aldi." read more

The project aims to meet the need for crops that can maintain stable yields even under environmental stress conditions, with a focus on creating superior potato genotypes that are more resilient. In the future, this research could potentially expand to other crops. "Developing potato varieties that are resistant to drought could decrease crop variability and improve overall." read more

In order to preserve high-yield soils for food production, a solution could be to implement multi-use concepts where food production remains the primary focus and electricity generation serves as a secondary source of income. This approach would also help to ensure greater energy independence. The Austrian Chamber of Agriculture supports this idea. read more

BBC Gardeners' World presenter, Adam Frost, praised the talented garden designers, landscapers, and horticultural students at the BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair for their impressive show gardens. The fair drew thousands of visitors to Beaulieu in the New Forest over the weekend of 2-4 May. read more

The Nakuru County Government in Kenya has distributed 91,000 avocado seedlings to local farmers, aiming to enhance avocado production. Leonard Bor, the County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture, highlighted the initiative's focus on empowering farmers with a high-value crop. read more

In a time when many young people are opting for white-collar jobs, Bhag Singh from Charkha village in the Gohar subdivision has created a unique success story deeply rooted in his connection to the land. Choosing farming over a career in the IT sector, Bhag Singh has ventured into floriculture. read more

Carrots are still the most popular vegetable in Switzerland. Swiss people consumed over seven kilograms per capita last year. Tomatoes come in second place. However, if cherry tomatoes were included, they would surpass carrots as the top choice. Last year, Swiss people consumed 81 kilograms of fresh and stored tomatoes. read more

Kientzler has described CAST 2025 as "one of our most noteworthy CAST events ever." The company launched more new varieties than ever before, celebrated the addition of its new team member, Nathan Sell, and announced the addition of new production facility in Guatemala. Below are a few new. read more

By the end of next month, the apple harvest will be completed, with all the fruit stored in bins to be distributed to either the packhouse or the controlled atmosphere rooms that enable year-round exports. Free State apple farmers faced challenges this year due to several hailstorms, impacting their yield. read more

With over 5000 visitors from more than 80 countries last year, FlowerTrials has become 'the place to be' for discovering the latest plant innovations and networking with colleagues from all around the world. In week 24, a total of 56 breeders will open their doors in The Netherlands and Germany to showcase. read more

The beginning of May 2025 brings unstable and exceptionally difficult weather conditions for gardeners and growers. After a wave of summer temperatures reaching up to 25°C, a cold front is approaching Poland. Its passage is predicted for May 2nd. read more

On May 8–10, 2024, a delegation from the Ukrainian Horticulture Association (UHA) visited one of Europe’s most advanced horticultural companies — the nursery VIVAI MAZZONI in Italy — as part of the MacFrut trade fair in Rimini. The visit offered participants a unique insight into how. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project have reported that this week, prices for greenhouse tomatoes in the domestic market in Ukraine have started to decrease. The main reasons for this trend are the rising harvest volumes from greenhouses throughout most of the country and a decrease in demand. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project report a significant drop in greenhouse cucumber prices in Ukraine. Market participants attribute this continued price decline to the seasonal increase in vegetable supply. Despite this, sales volumes remain relatively low in the local market. read more

The announcement that India has opened its borders to citrus shipments from Brazil has been received with cautious optimism. Exporters in Brazil are now strategizing on how to make the most of this new market opportunity. read more

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been a major player in supporting agricultural development worldwide through technical assistance programs for a long time. These initiatives aim to enhance productivity, sustainability, and market access for farmers in developing countries. read more

"We were prepared for stormy times, but we had not expected this hurricane. These first 100 days feel like 1,000. The new American isolationism is also having enormous impacts on Germany. Our response must be: more global free trade." read more