Shoprite has continued its initiative to keep cabbage prices affordable for consumers across South Africa, investing about R24 million (US$1.28 million) between June 2024 and July 2025 to subsidize the cost of one of the country's most widely consumed vegetables. The retailer maintained the price. read more

The approaching Egyptian strawberry season has seen a notable rise in acreage, leading to production forecasts reaching historic levels. However, it seems that the growers' excitement for the fruit has not been met with a sufficient supply of seedlings. Khalid Albana, CEO of Legacy Farm for... read more

On Thursday, October 16, Amazone Plants celebrated a milestone in Honselersdijk, the Netherlands: the first pile was driven for the company's brand-new greenhouse complex. With this 1.6-hectare expansion, located right next to the existing nursery, Amazone Plants will soon grow to a total of. read more

Naukowcy z Instytutu Warzywnictwa i Dyniowatych Ukraińskiej Akademii Nauk Rolniczych opracowali nowe odmiany cebuli o nietypowych kształtach bulw, które wykazują wyższe plony i lepsze właściwości przechowalnicze w porównaniu z standardowymi odmianami. Według Victorii Rud, read more

Banana production worldwide continues to face significant losses due to Fusarium wilt, caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (Foc) tropical race 4 (TR4). Management options are still limited, and resistant Cavendish varieties have not yet been developed. Growing evidence indicates that fungal pathogens are becoming more resistant to traditional control methods. read more

The growth was driven by products such as dragon fruits, pineapples, and passion fruits. The USA was the main destination country, followed by the European Union and Canada. read more

Exotica, a seedless mini watermelon variety developed by Hazera, is making waves after winning this year's prestigious Fresh Market Award 2025, presented during the Fresh Market B2B event in Poland. read more

"In this way, we can overcome all obstacles so that we can start shipping our blueberries and cherries to China next season," he said after the signing ceremony for the stone fruit protocol with Sun Meijun, the Chinese Minister. read more

"In this way, we can overcome all obstacles so that we can start shipping our blueberries and cherries to China next season," he said after the signing ceremony for the stone fruit protocol with Sun Meijun, the Chinese Minister. read more

The grower-owned co-operative and leading New Zealand fresh produce business, Market Gardeners, trading as the MG Group, has announced the opening of applications for its associate director programme. read more

The Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA) has announced the appointment of Veronica Papacosta as its new CEO, starting in January 2026. Papacosta will take over from Claire McClelland, who has been with the AFPA since 2019 and served as CEO since 2022. read more

Import of Northern Hemisphere apples to India has started, and key importers are reporting a "positive" trading outlook. read more

The Nemo potato, a striped red-and-white variety developed by UK supplier Branston, has made a comeback on supermarket shelves across the United Kingdom due to strong consumer demand. This variety, famous for its shorter cooking time, will have 87% more stock available compared to last year, totaling 1.2 million units. read more

Bougainvillea enjoys widespread cultivation across China, prized for its vibrant colors, easy maintenance, and high ornamental value. It is a common sight in urban landscaping throughout the country. While traditional varieties are red and purple, ongoing breeding advances have introduced a read more

South Africa's blueberry industry is solidifying its presence in global trade, benefiting from a more reliable supply chain and consistent logistics. The United Kingdom remains the primary market, while the Netherlands serves as a key logistics hub in Europe. read more

A forgotten variety, new love, and a taste that brings back memories. The Sieglinde potato variety is a true classic and has been a staple of Austrian cuisine for almost 100 years. For a long time, it disappeared from local shelves. Priska and Erich Stekovics are passionate about preserving… read more

Last week, Iberflora took place in Valencia, Spain. The Holland Collective made its debut at Pavilion 4 of Feria Valencia, the city's largest exhibition and conference complex. Dutch growers and exporters collaborated to showcase their products and strengthen their presence. read more

Hwasun County in South Jeolla Province is expected to set a new milestone for the Korean floriculture industry by exporting Korean spring orchids (Chunlan) to China for the first time in history. According to the county on October 16, this export was made possible through the collaboration of ___.
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Procurement prices for China's new-season apples remain at elevated levels. Mr. Zhou from Tangsen Technology, who is currently sourcing apples in Gansu, explained, "Supply is tight across several major production regions, including Shaanxi and Gansu. Many areas are facing shortages, resulting in." read more

From 6th to 9th October, the foyer of Veiling Rhein-Maas was transformed into a colorful display for African Week. Rose and summer flower growers from Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Ghana, and South Africa showcased an assortment of their products. Veiling Rhein-Maas' African Week focused read more