At rose grower Nini, which is part of Herburg in Naivasha, Kenya, an automated camera system from PATS is currently being employed to monitor False Codling Moth (FCM). Nini is participating in a project that focuses on enhancing early detection and monitoring of FCM through the use of the PATS-C system. read more

Another significant expansion of strawberry plantations is expected in the upcoming season in Greece, as indicated by data from Greek seedling resellers. Mr. Nikos Papasotirakopoulos, the owner of the Greek agricultural inputs company Agroximiki, which collaborates with Spanish nurseries for strawberry production. read more

New Zealand Braeburn, Royal Gala, Jazz, as well as old Elstar and Jonagold varieties formed the basis of the assortment. Chilean Elstar, domestic Red Jonaprince, and various Italian varieties completed the picture. In Frankfurt, Crimson Snow arrived in abundance in 7 kg cartons at EUR 14. read more

W zeszłym roku FV Seleqt wprowadziło paprykę o nazwie Crunchino na rynki Niemiec, Finlandii i Szwecji. "W tym roku po raz pierwszy zaoferujemy tę unikalną paprykę również innym klientom, aby każdy mógł cieszyć się tym wyjątkowym produktem" - mówi kierownik produktu Norman van.

Last year, FV Seleqt introduced the Crunchino pointed pepper to a trio of retailers in Germany, Finland, and Sweden. "This year, for the first time, we will also offer this unique pointed pepper to other customers, so that everyone can enjoy this special product," says Product Manager Norman van. read more

One billion euros for the development of Italian agriculture. This is what ColtivaItalia, the new measure approved by the Council of Ministers and presented yesterday by the Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, foresees. A detailed and strategic plan aimed at strengthening the primary sector in. read more

The European and global onion market is currently undergoing diverse changes, influenced by factors such as weather conditions, production levels, and trade patterns. In various important regions, producers and traders are adapting to evolving challenges, leading to a range of results. In the United Kingdom, the onion harvest has recently concluded. read more

Minister John Steenhuisen did not disappoint as the keynote speaker at yesterday's Southern Africa conference organized by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), the largest industry-led fresh produce organization globally. He stated, "Having flowers in the home drives emotional wellbeing." read more

Sezon hiszpańskich winogron stołowych jest w pełnym rozkwicie, walcząc z wysokimi temperaturami, które nieco opóźniają nabieranie koloru przez odmiany czerwone. Sezon hiszpańskich winogron stołowych rozpoczął się na stosunkowo pustym rynku, ale teraz musi konkurować z coraz większą ilością włoskich winogron. W międzyczasie, read more

Martijn Eggink, Managing Director of Rijk Zwaan, symbolically drove the first stake into the ground on July 11th. This signified the official beginning of the construction work for the Trial Centre Open Field. The new facility located in Heijningen, in the West-Brabant region of the Netherlands, will be the home of the read more

Hydroponics in India is slowly transitioning from a niche practice to a practical solution, particularly in urban areas, according to Suryaprakash Kukyan, CEO of Simply Fresh. "Increasing health awareness and advancements in technology have contributed to its growing adoption, with tier-1 cities and agribusiness startups taking the lead." read more

Some of the Egyptian sweet potato harvest will be delayed this year as growers have postponed planting to wait for better prices, according to Gehan Elsherif, executive manager of G Fresh Export & Import. "This year, the sweet potato production in Egypt is lower than last year because not all. read more

U Kyaw Soe from the Myanmar Avocado Producer and Exporter Association (MAVO) explained that farm owners must collaborate in inspecting six common insects crucial for exporting avocados to China. The Myanmar Fruits, Flowers, and Vegetable Producer and Exporter Association stated that... read more

Carrefour has launched a new program called 'Choose Better' in Kenya, aiming to encourage healthy and sustainable shopping among consumers. The initiative is designed to make it easier and more attractive for Kenyan shoppers to make healthier and more sustainable choices. read more

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), along with over a dozen other representatives from the North American fresh fruit and vegetable sector, are urging the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada to quickly resolve this issue. read more

This week, there was a significant increase in the volume of imported oranges from Australia and South Africa, which has put pressure on the market and resulted in a decrease in prices. Australian orange prices have dropped by around 15% compared to last week. Despite this, the overall quality of the oranges remains stable. read more

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Kavala is the only grape-growing region in Greece that has not yet entered the market, as the harvest begins in the first week of August. However, Mr. Charalampos Chrysanidis, a grower and packer based in Kavala who also trades grapes from other Greek regions, says: "Grower prices for grapes read more

Crops such as cucumber, capsicum, cherry tomato, and lettuce are gaining popularity in India, while rose, gerbera, carnation, lilium, and anthurium are the dominant flowers cultivated. Orchids are also becoming more popular. However, the availability of techniques—and the knowledge of how to apply them—is crucial. read more

Export certification delays have led Vietnamese growers to either dispose of or sell off significant quantities of GlobalGAP-certified dragon fruit. Chairman Huynh Canh of the Binh Thuan Dragon Fruit Association announced on July 23 that many businesses have resorted to this action due to the. read more

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