Ambrosia apples will make a comeback on television screens in Spain this February with their 20-second commercial centered around the idea that they are the perfect choice for the entire family. The brand will also be sponsoring some of the most popular shows currently airing.
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Netherlands: Waterman Onions establishes the Waterman Food Group.
2025-02-03 13:00
Each company within the group has "unique expertise" in their field, Waterman Onions announces. The official launch of the Waterman Food Group will take place during FRUIT LOGISTICA in Berlin.
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Canada remains open for business.
2025-02-03 11:00
Przemysł świeżych produktów spożywczych w Ameryce Północnej prosperuje dzięki bezproblemowej wymianie handlowej, ale ostatnie cła zakłócają łańcuchy dostaw, zwiększają koszty i tworzą niepewność zarówno dla firm, jak i konsumentów.
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Tariffs 'bad news' for consumers, say produce business leaders.
2025-02-03 11:00
Importers in North America are "concerned" about the potential impact of US President Donald Trump's 25 percent tariffs on all imported products from Canada and Mexico on fruit and vegetable prices, consumer health, and the long-term sustainability of the region's fresh produce.
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"FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Award Technology: 'FarmRoad Irrigation Module' by WayBeyond, New Zealand, has been nominated."
2025-02-03 10:00
The FarmRoad Irrigation Module helps farmers to more effectively control the efficiency and sustainability of their water usage. The AI-powered irrigation forecast dashboards combine local climate data with advanced water demand models to provide integrated insights.
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WASTEWISE: A crucial step against food waste
2025-02-03 10:00
In Switzerland, around 170 kg of food per person is thrown away every year. The prevention and reduction of food waste is at the center of the federal Action Plan against Food Waste, as well as the European Green Deal and the "From Farm to Fork" strategy.
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Most people know water lentils as duckweed. These are tiny green plants that float in stagnant water and multiply rapidly. In Thailand and other Asian countries, water lentils are eaten; they are mainly sold at local markets. In the West,
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Trade war could harm American agriculture.
2025-02-03 09:00
The 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada could have a significant impact on American agriculture. The USDA reports that these two countries have been the main suppliers of agricultural products to the US for many years. Last year, Mexico provided approximately 23 per cent of these products.
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FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Award Technology: "Croptimus™", Fermata Technology Limited, Israel has been nominated.
2025-02-03 09:00
By automating image analysis with affordable off-the-shelf cameras, Croptimus™ helps farmers reduce costs, minimize crop losses, and optimize resource usage - leading to smarter, more sustainable agriculture.
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Mexico and Canada have announced retaliatory measures in response to Trump's tariffs.
2025-02-03 07:00
Meksyk i Kanada ogłosiły odwetowe środki wobec decyzji USA o nałożeniu 25-procentowych ceł na wszystkie towary importowane z tych krajów.
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Coming soon: Asiafruit's Fresh Produce India edition
2025-02-03 04:00
Asiafruit's Fresh Produce India edition is coming soon. Don't miss the chance to connect with key players in India's growing fresh produce industry and beyond.
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A high-quality variety of watermelon is revolutionizing the watermelon industry in South Africa.
2025-02-03 00:00
The watermelon market in South Africa has been underperforming for some years, according to Jandri Venter, a Rijk Zwaan product developer specializing in watermelons and melons. "It has been a stagnant category, and the most effective solution has been to differentiate the crop category by introducing new...
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The British Growers Association has introduced the Young Horticulturalist of the Year Award in the UK.
2025-02-03 00:00
The British Growers Association is launching the 2025 Young Horticulturist of the Year Competition (YHoY) organized by the Chartered Institute of Horticulture. The online Round 1 will be open for entry on Saturday, February 1st, 2025. The competition is open to individuals from across the UK and Ireland who are
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Confagricoltura expresses concern about the European Union's proposal to introduce tariffs on certain fertilizers coming from Russia and Belarus, starting with Urea, one of the most widely used fertilizers by Italian farmers. The Confederation considers this measure to be...
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The agreement between the agricultural and industrial sectors on the price of industrial tomatoes for 2025 has been reached in record time, set at €145/ton in the Northern Italy region, which is 25% higher than the five-year average (and about 5% higher than the prices paid in 2024 when the agreement was missing).
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The United States is imposing a 25% tariff on all products imported from Canada and Mexico, as well as a 10% tariff on imports from China, starting Saturday, February 1st. Industry leaders warn that this measure
read more"Nałożenie ceł na sąsiadów, przyjaciół i głównych partnerów handlowych Stanów Zjednoczonych to poważny krok wstecz."
2025-02-03 00:00
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced significant tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing concerns about illegal immigration and drug trafficking. The tariffs, scheduled to be implemented on Tuesday, include a 25% duty on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10% tax on Chinese goods.
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February begins with a storm: tornadoes and flooding lash Italy
2025-02-03 00:00
The first weekend of February opened with a violent wave of bad weather, yet another one, which severely hit some Italian regions, especially eastern Sicily, Calabria, and Tuscany. The toll is alarming: tornadoes, landslides, flooding, and heavy hailstorms have brought these areas to their knees.
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Innowacje w uprawie hydroponicznej nadal się rozwijają, a Hydroponic Systems prezentuje swoje najnowsze rozwiązanie dla bardziej efektywnej i zrównoważonej produkcji: HS Premium Elevated. Ten system zbierania drenażu został zaprojektowany, aby maksymalizować plony, poprawić warunki pracy oraz zapewnić optymalne warunki dla korzeni.
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In December 2024, the average prices of tomatoes were 13% to 45% lower compared to the previous year.
2025-02-03 00:00
At an average of €1.64 per kilo, the European tomato price remained only slightly above the five-year average of €1.62 per kilo. Tomato prices declined almost everywhere in December, with a few exceptions. In the Netherlands, the average price for cherry tomatoes and loose, round tomatoes
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