The German authorities have recalled a shipment of peppers from Morocco from the market due to high levels of pesticide residues. The peppers were delivered to the German market through Spanish distributors. According to official documents reviewed by Hortoinfo on March 21, 2025, the specific pesticide found is... read more

International flower companies are leaving Ethiopia due to a deteriorating conflict in the northwestern Amhara region, which is a crucial flower-growing area. This is impacting one of the country's main exports. Germany's Selecta One announced this month that it will relocate production from its Kunzila site in Amhara to… read more

Goodness Grown (GG), a recently launched tomato farming business with a 20-hectare, state-of-the-art, and ultra-modern glasshouse, is thrilled to announce a strategic marketing and distribution partnership with Premier Fresh Australia (Premier), one of the top fresh produce supply chain companies in Australia. read more

Anthurium, which belongs to the Araceae family, is a striking plant species native to the Americas, with its range stretching from northern Mexico to northern Argentina and parts of the Caribbean. In India, Anthurium is extensively cultivated in Mizoram and other northeastern states, where it flourishes in the region's conditions. read more

We are inspecting the strawberry plantations at the "Strawberry Inspirations" headquarters. Although some frost damage is visible on certain varieties, it is not a tragedy. As emphasized by Michał Malicki, an advisor from UPL Polska, these minor damages can be quickly regenerated with appropriate treatments. read more

Polyolefin cling film manufactured in Cape Town will now be produced in the United States due to increasing interest from the USA and Canada. "In the USA, we primarily use the film to wrap red meat, but we are also expanding into fresh produce applications like corn, baby cucumbers, and mushrooms," says Roy Keytel of the Cape Town-based company. read more

At the foot of the Yulong Snow Mountain in Southwest China's Yunnan province, 100,000 Black Baccara roses recently began their journey from an airport in the city of Lijiang. In no more than 36 hours, these blooms, infused with the mountain's crisp air, would adorn high-end florists in Tokyo's. read more

Popularność awokado wśród konsumentów w Indiach nadal rośnie, mówi Ashish Banerjee, dyrektor ds. rozwoju rynku i handlu w indyjskim importerze produktów rolniczych Agrify Fresh: "Rynek awokado w Indiach rośnie stabilnie, napędzany rosnącą świadomością zdrowotną i popytem ze strony miejskich konsumentów. W czasie, gdy... read more

Global leaders in the cultivation and marketing of table grapes, Vanguard Group International, Bloom Fresh, and SHB Group, have joined forces to introduce the first shipment of Peruvian-grown Bloom Fresh Ivory table grapes in Jakarta. read more

Colle d'Oro, a Sicilian company specializing in the production of vegetables with 17 associated producers and 1,000 hectares of greenhouses and open fields, takes another step towards innovation. The company from Ispica (Ragusa), which just last year celebrated 50 years of activity, is once again at the forefront of the sector. read more

Decrease in demand for strawberries after the beginning of March festivities. Asparagus still not very consistent, as well as broccoli and zucchini. First arrivals of new Italian potatoes. Conclusion of the campaign for Emilian pears and Tarocco and Navelina oranges is approaching. read more

A research initiative at Teagasc Oak Park is aiming to improve apple production in Ireland by focusing on innovative training systems and rootstocks. The project, named Teagasc's Efficient Orchard 2024, aims to enhance yield efficiency and fruit quality by developing strategies tailored to the Irish climate. read more

With two months of the season remaining, the Israeli mandarin is experiencing volumes that surpass those reported in 2024. read more

Yunnan, with its unique climate and geography, is an ideal location for growing cut flowers and has become a significant supplier to the global fresh-cut flower market. Last week, 30,000 imported flower bulbs and seedlings were brought in, including Begonia × hiemalis Fotsch, Echinacea purpurea, and Gloriosa. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines has projected growth in the pineapple industry for the upcoming year. In 2024, the country's global exports of pineapple and related products reached approximately USD787.12 million, showing a 7.5% increase from 2023, as reported by the... read more

Mentoring to transform ideas into real solutions is one of the key offerings of a new program launched today by Hort Frontiers. The new program - Australian-Grown Innovation, developed in partnership with Startupbootcamp and Cluster Connect - is designed to drive innovation that will tackle read more

Despite cold waves and heavy snowfall in some regions of China at the beginning of 2025, the country's garlic production and export levels are expected to remain stable. On March 3, the Central Meteorological Observatory issued multiple yellow alerts for cold waves and snowstorms, covering major... read more

In the fresh produce industry, people are constantly seeking new taste sensations. The introduction of new varieties of table grapes has altered public perceptions of taste and eating experiences, while new types of plums and nectarines are revolutionizing the sector. read more

The Italian apple brand RedPop has announced that it is experiencing high demand in Europe and Asia. Its owner, Vog, plans to increase its production volume by twofold in the next three years. read more

New Zealand vegetable farmers are increasingly concerned about the impact of regulatory restrictions on their ability to continue supplying the market. The horticulture sector is advocating for high-quality and affordable vegetables to be on the tables of... read more