Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, announces its first participation as an exhibitor at Marca by BolognaFiere 2025, the only trade fair event in Italy dedicated exclusively to private label brands, which will take place on the 15th and 16th. read more

Organic fruits and vegetables are at a greater risk of spoilage and contamination by foodborne pathogens because of the strict production standards that restrict the use of chemical additives. To tackle this issue, researchers Faith Critzer and Laurel Dunn from the University of Georgia are investigating the use of essential oils to improve the safety of these products. read more

The ALDI supermarket chain continues its ambitious national expansion plan and announces the opening of around 40 new stores in

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In the area of watermelon production, China is the world's leading country, showcasing its dominance by producing 60.4 million tons of watermelon in 2022, as reported by the World Population Review. This amount significantly exceeds the production of the second-place country, Turkey, by over twenty times. read more

Gladiolus jest ważnym komercyjnym kwiatem ciętym cenionym za swoje intensywne kolory i długą żywotność w wazonie. Jednakże wzrost i produkcja kłączy różnych odmian są silnie uzależnione od czynników środowiskowych. W miejscach takich jak Peszawar w Pakistanie, istnieje ograniczona ilość badań, które mogłyby pomóc w określeniu optymalnych warunków uprawy. read more

W ciągu pierwszych 11 miesięcy 2024 roku Uzbekistan znacząco zwiększył eksport moreli, kapusty i wiśni, przy czym rynki rosyjski i kazachski dominowały jako główni importerzy. Według Agencji Statystycznej, Uzbekistan wyeksportował 64 800 ton moreli o wartości 62,2 miliona dolarów. Top read more

In 2024, Turkey exported $141 million worth of flowers and ornamental plants to 80 countries, with the Netherlands and the UK being the largest recipients, according to a sector official. Turkey, which is home to more than 3,500 plant species, exports a variety of products including cut flowers and indoor plants. read more

The diced melon, with a production of 75 thousand net kilos, led the growth with an increase of 87% compared to the previous year. This result reinforces the de-seasonalization of melon, established as a product of constant consumption during

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Dr. Wojciech Nowacki from the Polish Potato Association offered insights into the future of potato farming in Poland, highlighting the significance of the 2024 cultivation data. In 2024, the potato cultivation area in Poland nearly reached 195 thousand hectares, with yields of 300 dt/ha. read more

Seafrigo, a company specializing in cold chain logistics for food, has opened its first office in Vietnam. Fabian Hautiere has been appointed as Managing Director to lead the company's operations in the country. The establishment of an office in Vietnam aligns with Seafrigo's expansion strategy. read more

In September 2021, the eruption of the La Palma volcano devastated homes, schools, farms, and the livelihoods of thousands of families on the island of La Palma. Today, a small step forward in the reconstruction of the Aridane Valley was taken with the collection of the first harvest from a farm. read more

Zapotrzebowanie na wszystkie odmiany melonów z Gwatemali jest aktualnie ograniczone. „Dostawy są utrudnione z wielu powodów, głównie ze względu na warunki pogodowe” - mówi Garrett Patricio, prezydent Westside Produce, dodając, że pogoda charakteryzuje się okresami deszczu przeplatanymi z okresami suszy. read more

With a breeder named Rosa, you can expect roses of all types and sizes: garden roses, pot roses, patio roses, standard and spray cut roses. According to John Pouw of Viking Roses, you can expect "big flowers, vibrant colors, and more-and-more scent" from these roses. The cut roses from this breeder go by the names of 'Rosa Loves Me'. read more

Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet has announced the addition of Rodrigo Lazo to its team. With over 20 years of experience in the produce industry, Lazo has a proven track record of success in building relationships, driving innovation, and delivering results. In his new role as sourcing and grower liaison, Lazo will... read more

87% of consumers in 5 major European countries (Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Netherlands) are in favor of eliminating taxes on fruits and vegetables to make their consumption easier, considering the positive preventive effects on health. This is one of the key points that emerges. read more

With this figure, Morocco consolidates its position as the third largest citrus exporter in Africa, behind only South Africa and Egypt.

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Austria: SPAR expands with 16 SPAR Express forecourt stores

SPAR Austria, in partnership with petrol station operator SOCAR, is expanding its network of SPAR Express forecourt stores. Two new stores opened in Schwechat (Lower Austria) and Knittelfeld (Styria) just before Christmas 2024, and 14 more are planned to open in various locations across the country. read more

When you visit Van Helvoort Company (VHC) in Brakel, you are greeted by a vast array of Santinis. Led by Bas van Mourik, the family business produces around 130 million stems every year at five locations in the Netherlands, divided into nine growing cycles. Bas emphasizes that the small-flowered read more

Comparing the ranking of the top ten fruit and vegetable producing countries in the world over the last four years, from 2020 to 2023, a slight growth is observed in all of them, except for Spain, which decreases from 32 million tons to 28 million tons.

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In the new tractor CASE IH Quantum, everything related to the support of the hydraulic pipes feeding the front remote controls of the cabin tractors has been improved, and now there are mudguards.

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