Artichokes are among the great protagonists of the Christmas holidays, especially in some regions of Italy where they are an essential food for the festive days. In fact, this year the demand for artichokes continues to grow as Christmas approaches. read more

Tylko garstka plantatorów papai pozostała w RPA, a wśród nich jeden z najbardziej doświadczonych mówi, że przewiduje zrezygnowanie z papai za pięć lat, aby skupić się wyłącznie na awokado. "To smutna sytuacja" - mówi Rodney Cooper z Rodney Cooper Estate w Tzaneen, prowincja Limpopo. read more

Silnie znane marki. Standard, Plus i Premium. Guido Fruit przysięga na to. Ten importer warzyw, ale zwłaszcza owoców, obsługuje klientów w Belgii i Holandii z siedzibą w Brukseli. Gdy pogoda się zmienia, nawet gdy zbliża się Boże Narodzenie, ciężarówki z Hiszpanii od firmy Llusar jeżdżą tam i z powrotem. read more

The second edition of the Educational Tour 'It's Greenhouse' concluded surpassing last year's participation figures. In its tour of 15 institutes across Spain, this promotional initiative

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In Marketing Year (MY) 2024/25, South African growers are expected to redirect more citrus volumes towards processing due to higher prices, making juicing a lower-risk option. Production of oranges, grapefruits, tangerines/mandarins, and lemons in MY 2024/25 is forecasted to increase. read more

Naming roses after notable individuals is a way to honor their achievements and legacy. Roses, which symbolize love, beauty, and elegance, serve as a lasting tribute that celebrates their contributions and helps to keep their memory alive through the timeless beauty of these exquisite flowers. read more

The arrival of the dredger Willem Van Rubroeck in Ndayane this month marks the beginning of maritime works for the $1.2 billion Port of Ndayane, a project expected to turn Senegal into a significant hub for global trade. The vessel will dredge a 5 km-long shipping channel, a crucial step in the development of the port. read more

South Africa's table grape industry has reported mixed trends in exports and inspections up to Week 50 of the 2024/2025 season. A total of 10.99 million cartons were inspected for export, marking a 12.6% decline compared to the previous year. This drop was attributed to lower yields in early varieties across the Northern Provinces. read more

Global demand for Egyptian soft citrus remains high despite competition from Turkey and Morocco, with Egyptian mandarins fetching good prices, as stated by Ahmed Abdel El-Ghafar, executive manager of Gift Fruit. According to the exporter, "Our Egyptian mandarin shipments began a month ago and are yielding satisfactory results." read more

Agribologna Group - among the top players in the sector in Italy - for the production, processing, and distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables, has published - with its subsidiaries - the third edition of the Sustainability Report. It is prepared on a voluntary basis and in advance compared to. read more

At 92 years old, Ergün Erünal, the founder of Ayer Tarım—one of Turkey's largest nurseries—still visits the greenhouse he established 32 years ago. Ayer Tarım was founded in 1992 when only a few locally or Israeli-made greenhouses existed in the region. Just before completing their... read more

In the Middle Ages, the starchy parsnip played a similarly important role as the potato does today. Until the mid-18th century, it was one of the most important staple foods in our latitudes due to its low susceptibility to diseases. read more

Sri Lanka, known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean," is currently making efforts towards economic recovery after the financial crisis it faced in 2022. Agriculture, which has a long and important history, is a key sector of the country's economy. read more

The Australian Macadamia Society (AMS) has announced that Australian macadamia growers produced 53,950 tonnes in-shell at 3.5 per cent moisture (equivalent to 57,850 tonnes in-shell at 10 per cent moisture) over the 2024 season. read more

Production of peppers in Morocco's Souss-Massa region has decreased by 30% to 40% this week, primarily because of cold nighttime temperatures and viral diseases such as Pepper Mild Mottle Virus (PMMV), as reported by local producer Obeida Mansour from Universal Peppers. Nighttime temperatures have dropped to 8-9°C. read more

The banana is one of the most affordable fruits to purchase in Greece, resulting in strong sales and a consistent consumption rate, as stated by Mr. Pantelis Iliadis, the owner of Iliadis Bananes, a company specializing in banana ripening and importing exotic fruits and vegetables: "Banana prices are highly competitive. read more

Przestrzeganie licencji jest bardzo ważnym czynnikiem dla przemysłu batatowego, dlatego NativaLand ciężko pracuje, aby zapewnić dostęp do tych popularnych, licencjonowanych odmian - mówi Pat Fitzgerald: "Jesteśmy oddani wspieraniu rolników w Europie i innych regionach w poprawie produktywności". read more

Spain, Italy, and Turkey currently make up the primary citrus selection, with products from Morocco and Egypt also available in certain cases. "Although I was offered lemons and grapefruits from the latter countries, we are staying loyal to our core range from Spain, Italy, and Turkey." read more

According to EastFruit, Morocco has significantly increased its orange juice exports this year, shipping over 11,000 tons to international markets in nine months, with a total value exceeding $18 million. read more

Traditionally, this period does not bring much excitement to the field vegetable trade. "This is not our time. People don't eat cauliflower at Christmas," says Robert Vogel from AGF-Direct in Zwaagdijk. "Supply from Spain has been somewhat limited in recent weeks due to cold weather, which has led to a decrease in availability." read more