ToBRFV is without a doubt the primary concern for tomato growers in Morocco. So far, the only method of control for several seasons has been the extreme measure of removing plants. Growers are eagerly awaiting seed breeders, who are entrusted with the critical mission of developing new resistant varieties. read more

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In a move that could directly affect regional fruit and vegetable trade, Cambodia's Senate President Hun Sen has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to Thailand to reopen all border checkpoints. If Thailand fails to comply, Cambodia will close its side of the border and block all entries. read more

The new Chinese garlic harvest is expected to soon arrive on the European market. Heinz Düpmann, a vegetable processor and managing director, reports that yields are approximately 15 to 20 percent higher than last year's and the quality is consistently good. read more

In Nueva Ecija, Philippines, two onion cold storage facilities, each valued at over P42 million, were inaugurated to help farmers preserve their harvests and stabilize their income. On June 10, as part of the Department of Agriculture (DA) Central Luzon's High Value Crops Development Program (HVCDP), a... read more

"We are now at the start of the peach, nectarine, and apricot season. We get these fruits from Apulia. Additionally, we obtain our plums from Basilicata. Our harvesting will continue until September, with peaches and apricots being in season until the end of August. Despite the volumes not being as high as last year, the quality is exceptional." read more

The governor of Tucumán, Argentina, Osvaldo Jaldo, met with the Croatian ambassador to Argentina, Duška Paravić, to discuss trade routes, specifically the export of lemons through Croatia's Rijeka port, as reported by Tucumán's office. Honorary Croatian Consul, Catalina Lonac, highlighted the discussions. read more

Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exports to Europe have shown significant growth in early 2024. According to data from Vietnam Customs, total exports reached $132 million from January to April, representing a 33% annual increase. Key exports include mangoes, which generated $27.6 million with a 54% increase. read more

The 7th edition of Fruit Day, a specialized exhibition focusing on horticultural technology and innovation organized by the Moldova Fruct Association, took place on June 6th. This year, the event saw an increase in international participation, with over 70 horticultural professionals from Ukraine and Romania joining local attendees. read more

Od 2015 roku uprawa owoców leśnych stała się jednym z najbardziej obiecujących sektorów rolnictwa Mołdawii, według Veaceslava Ioniță, analityka ekonomicznego w IDIS Viitorul. W niedawnej audycji zauważył on silny wzrost zarówno konsumpcji krajowej, jak i eksportu, zwłaszcza mrożonych owoców leśnych. Truskawki read more

On June 4, 2025, Russia imported 27,900 tonnes of sweet cherries according to the Federal State Information System "Argus-Phyto," as reported by the Federal Service Rosselkhoznadzor. This amount is 1.4 times higher than the 20,200 tonnes imported during the same period in 2024. read more

The Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forestry, Francesco Lollobrigida, has signed the decree that establishes the second extension until July 15, 2025 for the deadline for submitting aid applications under the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for the current year. read more

Emile de Groot from Koppert states that a liquid fungicide and acaricide that is easily applied, registered for a wide range of crops, leaves no residue, and is gentle enough to be used in organic farming, is a valuable tool for South African farmers combating mites and fungal diseases. read more

Despite producing approximately 2.4 million metric tons of mangoes in the 2024-25 season, Bangladesh's mango exports have sharply declined to just 1,321 tons, a drop of nearly 60% from the previous year. This significant difference between production and exports highlights critical systemic issues within the industry. read more

Spain's sweet corn harvest started at the end of May, just as consumption of this product begins to increase across Europe. "The corn season in Spain began as scheduled, at the end of May," says José Carlos Gómez, Sales Director of El Dulze. "The rains in March disrupted our plans. read more

In Italy, over the last five years, domestic purchases of peaches and nectarines have increased by approximately 7 percentage points despite an average price increase of 20%, which has even exceeded 40% in discount stores. If we extend our view to the last nine years, the picture is still... read more

"Dubai chocolate", a tablet filled with pistachio cream and kadaif paste, has become a viral phenomenon on social networks such as TikTok, where it has accumulated millions of views. Its popularity has transcended the screen and translated into remarkable commercial success in supermarkets. read more

Armenia still faces challenges in domestic agricultural production despite the growing number of greenhouses and intensive orchards. A growing portion of Armenian crops, especially apricots, cherries, tomatoes, and strawberries, are being exported to international markets. read more

Orchids are a demanding crop; they cannot tolerate unfavorable climate conditions and require precise care to grow and bloom. "Orchid production is all about stability and consistency. They require consistent temperatures, humidity, and just the right amount of light," says Jaco Meershoek. read more

After days of intense heat and oppressive humidity, Italy experienced a sudden and violent change in weather conditions. Between Sunday, June 15, and Monday, June 16, an exceptionally intense thunderstorm front primarily affected the regions of the North - although there were also outbreaks in other areas. read more