Aimed at making flowers more affordable during the Onam season, Chrysanthemum cultivation has begun at the Thrikkara Fire Station Compound. The flowers are being grown in 200 grow bags placed on top of the underground water tank at the fire station. The responsibility of nurturing the plants
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The India-grown dragon fruit is becoming more popular as an export product, says Priyanka Chhutani, director of The Aril Company: "India's agricultural export landscape is rapidly evolving, and one of the most promising additions to this growth story is the dragon fruit. This is a vibrant, read more

In the week ending 13 July 2025 (week 28), average wholesale prices for ACP bananas (€/100kg) saw notable changes in several European countries compared to the previous week (week 27, ending 6 July 2025), according to the latest market data. Spain (ES) experienced a sharp drop in prices. read more

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Produkcja brzoskwiń na Tajwanie ma osiągnąć 17 000 ton w 2025 roku, zgodnie z nowym raportem opublikowanym przez Służbę Rolnictwa Zagranicznego USDA - liczba ta obejmuje zwiększoną proporcję odmian niskich wymagań chłodniczych. read more

The New Zealand exporter T&G Global has confirmed that it is up for sale and has appointed Craigs Investment Partners to assist with this process. After months of speculation, the company also announced that it has received a number of expressions of interest for... read more

As the company announces, a corresponding agreement has been signed with a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) which is divesting its shares. Triton, a European investor specializing in medium-sized companies, has been a shareholder in IFCO since 2019. read more

Ostatnia ekspedycja filmowa i fotograficzna Beanstalk Global do Portugalii była ogromnym sukcesem, podróż podjęta z jednym wyraźnym celem: uchwycenie i promowanie najlepszych gospodarstw rolnych i świeżych produktów w całym kraju. read more

As there is no domestic cultivation, Taiwan relies entirely on imports. The main supplying countries are the United States, Chile, and New Zealand. In recent years, the Chilean cherry season coincided with the Chinese New Year in Taiwan - read more

With Brazil's mango and grape harvests set to begin in just days, the imposition of a 50% import tariff by the US in early August raises the possibility of the fruit being redirected to other countries in Europe or Asia. This could potentially have a significant impact on market prices. read more

As June came to an end, Europe's unrelenting heatwave persisted. A heat dome settled over the continent, bringing scorching temperatures exceeding 40°C to many parts of France, leading to the closure of hundreds of schools and even the Eiffel Tower. Meanwhile, a touring 'Heat read more

Fraser-Jones will be responsible for sales activities in North America and will also oversee international procurement and product management in the areas of stone fruit and citrus fruits, the company announced. He will report directly to Danny Dumas, Senior Vice President of Sales. read more

At the end of June, Europe's persistent heatwave persisted without relief. A heat dome hovered over the continent, causing temperatures to soar above 40C in many parts of France and leading to the closure of hundreds of schools and even the Eiffel Tower. Meanwhile, a touring 'Heat... read more

Tina Andres, Chairwoman of the Organic Industry Association, said: "In times of tight budgets, it is important to distribute public funds effectively. The Federal Organic Food Industry Association advocates for its model of a streamlined CAP funding. EU Commissioner Christophe Hansen would do well..." read more

At the United Selections showhouse in Nakuru, Kenya, three standout rose varieties are catching the attention of visiting growers and buyers. Elvis Musyoka, Sales Manager at United Selections, walks us through Hot Wave, Rise & Shine, and Nova Vita, three promising varieties that are gaining traction. read more

South Africa sells approximately one-fifth of its macadamias to the United States. The industry organization Macadamias South Africa (SAMAC) has calculated that, according to reports in the South African media, imposing a 30% tariff on macadamias could result in annual losses of R460 million (25.7 million euros). read more

"Canada has the opportunity to increase investment in the Western Cape," was the main message from a significant meeting in Cape Town between François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's Minister of Finance, and Dr. Ivan Meyer, Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development, and Tourism. read more

The harvest of red, oblong tomatoes began on 12 July 2025 in the inland areas of the province of Foggia in southern Italy's Apulia region. It was a complex start, though not unexpected. Massimo Cardente, the sales manager of Carden & Leon Corporation, assesses the current campaign for quality. read more

"What's most important is that we listen carefully to customers," begins Miguel Demaeght, Fruit Sales Manager at the BelOrta cooperative in Belgium. "Based on that, we must find products that are interesting and profitable for clients as well as growers. That can sometimes be a challenging task." read more

Vietnam's ambitions to reach an export target of US$8 billion in fruits and vegetables may fall short amid a rebound in early 2025. Challenges such as seasonal surpluses, inadequate processing infrastructure, and inconsistent adherence to international quality standards hinder sustained growth. read more