The great classics of Val Venosta apples set off on a journey that crosses Italy to discover the perfect pairings with local traditions. read more

Day of the Dead is one of the most emblematic traditions in Mexico, a time to honor and remember those who have passed. For this celebration, families prepare altars decorated with flowers, candles, food, drinks, photographs and personal belongings of their loved ones. Among the decorations, the read more

On November 5, Jurgen and Rob Banken, the second generation of the family-owned company Banken Champignons, received the Family Business Legacy Award 2025. The award was presented by TV presenter Renze Klamer and Marieke Kopinsky, Partner Tax and Leader Family Businesses at EY Netherlands. read more

Nature's Produce, a Polish importer and distributor of fresh fruit and vegetables, has started building a new Central Distribution and Ripening Center (CDRC) in Ostrowiec, located about 40 kilometers south of Warsaw. The facility will incorporate sustainable technologies such as heat and read more

The Minister of Trade and Industry of Panama, Julio Moltó, has announced that the country may resume banana exports between December and January, assuming that the reactivation process proceeds as scheduled. This projection is contingent on the successful re-establishment of operations by Chiquita Panama in Bocas del Toro. read more

A few weeks after the G20 in South Africa, the national fruit and vegetable sector is questioning the opportunities that this international event could really generate. As reported by Eurofruit, it remains to be seen if the government is succeeding in translating the discussed commercial agreements into actions. read more

A flower exhibition, sales-cum-workshop on floriculture organized by Wosenro Okho was held on November 4 at Tiyi Town Hall, Wokha, attracting flower enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and horticulture professionals from the district. The event was organized to promote floriculture and showcase its potential. read more

India's KF Bioplants is introducing a new dimension to garden Gerberas with its vibrant colors, natural resilience, and ease of care, according to Arnav Phadke from KF Bioplants. "Through our partnership with Holland's HilverdaFlorist, Garvinea® provides an attractive choice for gardeners and enthusiasts." read more

On October 27, 2025, a government delegation from Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam, visited Westland to explore opportunities for collaboration in the horticultural sector. The visit was organized by the Netherlands Vietnam Horti Business Platform (NVHBP), Dutch Greenhouse Delta (DGD), and the read more

Agrivaloire has been operating in the asparagus sector for 35 years, with expertise passed down from generation to generation. Founded by Enya Vermuë's parents, who now leads the company, Agrivaloire initially established its reputation through the sale of asparagus plants before diversifying its operations. read more

Lidl Italy announces that Massimiliano Silvestri, after 24 years in the company, the last 6 of which as CEO, has resigned to pursue new personal and professional challenges. read more

Belgium is projected to be the top European producer of pears in 2025/2026, as reported by the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecasted production is 355,547 tonnes, which is a 32.17% increase from the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the leading pear-growing region in Europe. read more

Hybrid potato breeding is changing the way new potato varieties are created and made available, providing possibilities for quicker turnover of varieties and better access to high-quality seed materials in areas where certified seeds are limited. As Hans Huistra explains, "A hybrid potato not only tastes and looks just as appealing as traditional varieties, but also offers enhanced characteristics." read more

The prices of flowers slightly decreased on Saturday, Nov. 1, All Saints' Day (Undas), at the Dangwa Flower Market in Sampaloc, Manila, as reported by Carlo Mateo on Dobol B TV. Additionally, the labor cost for creating flower arrangements is approximately P200. Despite Nov. 1 being traditionally known as the day... read more

At Sysco, supporting local farmers like De Francesco Farm is not just about supplying fresh produce, but also about enhancing communities and small businesses from their foundations. Sysco offers programs tailored to assist small farmers and artisan producers in marketing their products. read more

Najnowsze badania opublikowane w czasopiśmie HortScience podkreślają skuteczność zastosowania roztworów ethefonu do podlewania podłożem w kontrolowaniu wydłużania pędów i ogólnego wzrostu roślin zielnych bylin i rocznic. Te wyniki oferują plantatorom praktyczne narzędzia do optymalizacji jakości roślin, poprawy... read more

Riverland farmer Kym Pfeiler is in the process of establishing what could potentially be the largest commercial medjool date farm in Australia. He acknowledges the project as being "crazy" due to the extensive labor and risks associated with growing and harvesting the crop. "They require a tremendous amount of work, with everything being done manually," read more

Bracia Matthew and Henry Prichard, piątego pokolenia rolników z Cudgen w Nowej Południowej Walii, opracowują nową technologię zbioru, której celem jest zmniejszenie uszkodzeń słodkich ziemniaków podczas przetwarzania po zbiorze. Obecnie rozwijane urządzenia mają na celu zminimalizowanie obtarć i... read more

SPAR supermarket in Heverlee, Belgium underwent modernization. The updated store now features various new developments and innovations, such as a diverse and fresh assortment of fruits and vegetables, along with freshly baked bread rolls, baguettes, and other breads available daily. read more

W zeszłym roku opublikowaliśmy artykuł o 80-letnim Sjaaku Verploegenie z Neer, który wystawił na sprzedaż swoje gospodarstwo owocowe. Plantator, który uprawiał 3 hektary malin, 1 hektar porzeczek czerwonych, pół hektara jeżyn oraz małą działkę śliwek, zmuszony był zakończyć działalność z powodu braku rentowności. read more