Hybrid model for predicting cherry blossom blooming - results from Japan, South Korea, and Switzerland
2025-08-20 10:00
However, traditional bioclimatic models used to predict these events exhibit significant structural discrepancies, limiting their reliability and often necessitating frequent site-specific recalibrations. At the same time, they offer
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Peru is turning to Asia to diversify its blueberry markets.
2025-08-20 10:00
Historically, the world's largest exporter of blueberries has delivered the majority of its quantities to the USA, where it targeted health-conscious consumers. However, according to Agriculture Minister Angel Manero, this is set to change.
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Portuguese exports of fruits, vegetables, and flowers increased by 9.2 percent in value to €1.288bn in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in the previous year. The industry association Portugal Fresh reported that data from the National Statistics Institute also indicated an 8.9 percent growth in exports.
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Peru is seeking to expand its blueberry markets by looking towards Asia for diversification.
2025-08-20 09:00
Peru seems to be changing its blueberry export strategy by shifting its focus towards diversifying its markets in Asia, as reported by Singapore's The Business Times.
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Agrícola Bagu has high hopes for the XLO clementine.
2025-08-20 09:00
Spain's Agrícola Bagu has launched a new early clementine variety. XLO is named after its extra-large size and the name of its parent variety, Oronules, of which it is a spontaneous mutation. Its season runs from mid-September to the end of October, making it one of the earliest clementines available.
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Plant protection: Ukraine plans to adapt to EU standards
2025-08-20 09:00
On August 13th, the State Service of Ukraine for Food Safety and Consumer Protection, and the Latvian Plant Protection Service signed an intent protocol for the implementation of this project.
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Denmark: New charter sets course for 25 percent organic by 2030
2025-08-20 09:00
The goal is to transition at least 25% of agricultural land and food consumption in the EU to organic farming by 2030. The charter was presented to the Danish Finance Minister Nicolai Wammen on August 19, who participated in the final debate.
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Panamanian union to sue Chiquita
2025-08-20 09:00
Lider związku bananowego Sitraibana z Panamy, Francisco Smith, oświadczył, że organizacja pozwa Chiquitę za niewywiązanie się z obowiązku wypłaty odszkodowań pracownikom po ich zwolnieniu.
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Asia Fruit Logistica exhibitor preview: EMEA
2025-08-20 08:00
Chief Security Officer Italy
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The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment in Vietnam is seeking feedback on the proposed national standard (TCVN) for fresh durian. The comments will be submitted to the Ministry of Science and Technology for approval, as reported by the local publication TuoiTre.
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Vietnam has implemented national standards for exporting durians.
2025-08-20 03:00
Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment is seeking feedback on the draft national standard (TCVN) for fresh durian. The comments will be forwarded to the Ministry of Science and Technology for official approval, as reported by the local publication Tuoi Tre.
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Major fires in the Jerte Valley
2025-08-20 00:00
The fire that started a week ago in Jarilla has already burned more than 15,000 hectares within a 155-kilometer perimeter after passing through the regions of Ambroz and the Jerte Valley, one of the main cherry production areas in Spain. "We know that there is damage to cherry plantations in
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"Nasze dostawy mango podwoiły się, z Kanadą i Singapurem na czele" "Our mango shipments doubled, led by Canada and Singapore"
2025-08-20 00:00
India's mango export season this year ended on a positive note, with robust demand and efficient shipping schedules, according to Shubham Shelar, the owner of fresh produce exporter Shelar Overseas. "This season, shipments began in mid-March and ran until the third week of July. Unlike last year, the mango export season was well-managed and steady."
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Sassy Apple has successfully entered the UK market, while Miranda is performing excellently in Asia.
2025-08-20 00:00
Nowozelandzki producent i eksporter Golden Bay Fruit wprowadził na rynek brytyjski w tym sezonie jabłko Sassy i otrzymał świetne opinie. „Sassy jest dostępne w dużych sieciach detalicznych, w tym w ekskluzywnej ofercie M&S oraz w Tesco pod własną marką”, powiedział Patrick Meikle z firmy. „W tym roku wyeksportowaliśmy 60".
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Luxembourg growers report a successful apple and plum harvest.
2025-08-20 00:00
In parts of Europe, recent heatwaves have caused difficulties for fruit production. In southern France, temperatures have reached 40°C, resulting in dry soils, early harvests, and sunburnt fruit. In Luxembourg, temperatures exceeding 35°C have been recorded, but the conditions have not raised any concerns.
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As climate change intensifies its impact on the Mediterranean region, Croatia is experiencing hotter summers, extended periods of drought, and diminishing yields of traditional crops such as apples, which are projected to decrease by 27% this year alone. While numerous farmers are finding it challenging to adjust to these changes, there is one grower in the village of Donja Bistra who is...
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Chrysanthemum has become a popular ornamental flower in both domestic and export markets. However, its productivity is now threatened by pests and diseases. The Horticulture Research Center of the National Innovation and Research Agency (BRIN) has identified dominant pest organisms in Cipanas.
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Uzbekistan has increased its production of melons and grapes, with a significant rise in watermelon exports in the first half of 2025.
2025-08-20 00:00
Według wstępnych danych Komitetu Statystyki Narodowej, Uzbekistan wyprodukował 369 300 ton melonów i arbuzy między styczniem a czerwcem 2025 roku. Jest to wzrost o 8,3% w porównaniu do tego samego okresu w ubiegłym roku. Produkcja została podzielona między różne rodzaje producentów:
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Despite the ongoing war, Ukraine is investing in the development of its agricultural sector. New investments are allowing for the rebuilding of an industry that has also suffered due to the armed conflict – mainly through the loss of important agricultural lands in the southern part of the country. How
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