Van Ooijen Citrus is once again offering Egyptian oranges and mandarins. Director Gerry van Ooijen is pleased with the expansion of the product range, despite the complexity of these products. Margins are not always favorable due to competition and numerous suppliers, but the Dutch company values the service provided by Egypt. read more

President Donald Trump has fulfilled his campaign pledge to increase tariffs on imports from China, imposing a 10% duty on all Chinese products. This action, which is part of a larger trade strategy that also affects Mexico and Canada, has caused Beijing to contemplate its response while proceeding cautiously… read more

Just days before the ninth edition of Myplant, Italy's largest trade fair for green professionals (February 19-21, 2025, Fiera Milano-Rho), the International Green Expo reveals important data about the industry on a global scale. However, these figures do not completely meet the requirements. read more

Kolumbijskim producentom kwiatów będzie teraz łatwiej oddychać, ponieważ będą mogli kontynuować eksport 900 milionów łodyg do Stanów Zjednoczonych bez cła, rynek który był kiedyś zagrożony z powodu sporów między prezydentami obu krajów w przeddzień Walentynek, najbardziej romantycznego święta w USA. read more

In January, Dimitrios Spanos, Founder and Director of Grape Evolution, along with his team, visited South Africa to introduce growers to the latest table grape varieties developed by Israel's Agricultural Research Organisation (ARO), known as the Volcani Institute. Grape Evolution is the read more

For anyone who grows plants commercially, you are likely familiar with the fact that pesticides, plant growth regulators, and fertilizers can sometimes cause undesired effects or damage to crops (phytotoxicity). Products used for greenhouse sanitation, such as those used to clean biofilm from water lines, can also lead to similar issues. read more

Holland: Retail turnover up by 1.5% in December

Statistics Netherlands (CBS) reports that retail turnover was 1.5% higher in December 2024 than it was in December 2023. Turnover in supermarkets was down by 5.7%, while turnover in specialty shops was up by 5.6%.

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Avocados are becoming increasingly popular across Europe, however the growth varies from country to country. Spain is leading in household avocado consumption, buying the highest amount of avocados each year. On the other hand, Italy is an emerging market that is expanding annually. Italy offers numerous opportunities for avocado producers. read more

Po wykryciu ToBRFV w specjalnej szklarni kwarantannowej dla młodych roślin przez australijską firmę Katunga Fresh, uprawy w całym zakładzie zostały natychmiast zatrzymane zgodnie z protokołami rządu australijskiego. Decyzja ta zaskoczyła międzynarodowych ekspertów, którzy w ostatnich latach zauważyli, że read more

The Candy Berries line, the leading brand of Gentile Group, has been available on markets across Italy for over a month now. The wide production and sales catalog includes raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and currants grown in southern Italy, capable of satisfying a significant portion of the market. read more

Farmers in Greece have stepped up their centrally organized large-scale protests. Beginning with small, scattered mobilizations all over Greece, they intensified their actions last week, with farmers from the agricultural region of Thessalia coming together to form the two largest tractor protests, despite facing police violence. read more

Eksport durianu Tajlandii stoi w obliczu rosnącej niepewności w miarę zaostrzania się konkurencji z Wietnamu i zmniejszania popytu z Chin. Według ekonomisty Aata Pisanwanicha, eksport w tym roku ma osiągnąć między 750 000 a 850 000 ton, o wartości około 2,2 do 2,5 miliarda dolarów. Jednak...

Thailand's durian exports face growing uncertainty as competition from Vietnam intensifies and Chinese demand softens. According to economist Aat Pisanwanich, exports this year are expected to reach between 750,000 and 850,000 tonnes, valued at approximately $2.2 to $2.5 billion. However... read more

The present study was conducted during the rabi season of 2020-21 (February-June 2021) on the "Effect of plant extract on vase life in gerbera" at the Department of Floriculture and Landscape Architecture, Kittur Rani Channamma College of Horticulture, Arabhavi, Bagalkot, Karnataka (591218), India. read more

Primaflor, a leader in the production and commercialization of horticultural products, and New Holland, a global reference in

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The international seed company Verisem BV, known in Italy mainly for its subsidiary Suba Seeds, is expanding by acquiring Blumen Vegetable Seeds, the division of Blumen Group Spa specializing in professional vegetable seeds. The agreement involves the sale of... read more

In early January, young courgette plants were planted once again at CourgetteFleur Zwinkels in the Netherlands. Every year, the challenge is to ensure optimal plant growth, developing a strong structure that forms a solid foundation for the entire season. Weather conditions play a significant role. read more

BASF | Nunhems is organizing a meeting next Thursday, February 6th, in Mérida, with producers and technicians of processing tomatoes, where the focus will be on

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South African fresh produce exporters are gearing up to present their products on a global platform at the upcoming Fruit Logistica Berlin 2025. With backing from the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition, a South African National Pavilion will showcase the country's flourishing industry. read more

Rosja pozostaje głównym importerem gruzińskich owoców, z silnym popytem na brzoskwinie, mandarynki i jagody. Według agencji statystycznej Gruzji, kraj w 2024 roku wyeksportował owoce o wartości 98,7 miliona dolarów do Rosji, co stanowi wzrost o 3,2% w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem. Brzoskwinie stanowiły największy udział.

Russia remains the top buyer of Georgian fruits, with strong demand for peaches, mandarins, and berries. According to Georgia's statistics agency, the country exported $98.7 million worth of fruit to Russia in 2024, a 3.2% increase from the previous year. Peaches accounted for the largest share. read more

Water lentils, a protein-rich and environmentally friendly plant, have been officially approved as a vegetable in Europe, opening up new possibilities for the global protein transition. Despite being widely consumed in parts of Asia, they are still largely unfamiliar in Western diets. In order for this crop to gain... read more