Belgium is projected to be the top European producer of pears in 2025/2026, as reported by the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecasted production is 355,547 tonnes, which is a 32.17% increase from the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the leading pear-growing region in Europe. read more

Hybrid potato breeding is changing the way new potato varieties are created and made available, providing possibilities for quicker turnover of varieties and better access to high-quality seed materials in areas where certified seeds are limited. As Hans Huistra explains, "A hybrid potato not only tastes and looks just as appealing as traditional varieties, but also offers enhanced characteristics." read more

The prices of flowers slightly decreased on Saturday, Nov. 1, All Saints' Day (Undas), at the Dangwa Flower Market in Sampaloc, Manila, as reported by Carlo Mateo on Dobol B TV. Additionally, the labor cost for creating flower arrangements is approximately P200. Despite Nov. 1 being traditionally known as the day... read more

At Sysco, supporting local farmers like De Francesco Farm is not just about supplying fresh produce, but also about enhancing communities and small businesses from their foundations. Sysco offers programs tailored to assist small farmers and artisan producers in marketing their products. read more

Najnowsze badania opublikowane w czasopiśmie HortScience podkreślają skuteczność zastosowania roztworów ethefonu do podlewania podłożem w kontrolowaniu wydłużania pędów i ogólnego wzrostu roślin zielnych bylin i rocznic. Te wyniki oferują plantatorom praktyczne narzędzia do optymalizacji jakości roślin, poprawy... read more

Riverland farmer Kym Pfeiler is in the process of establishing what could potentially be the largest commercial medjool date farm in Australia. He acknowledges the project as being "crazy" due to the extensive labor and risks associated with growing and harvesting the crop. "They require a tremendous amount of work, with everything being done manually," read more

Bracia Matthew and Henry Prichard, piątego pokolenia rolników z Cudgen w Nowej Południowej Walii, opracowują nową technologię zbioru, której celem jest zmniejszenie uszkodzeń słodkich ziemniaków podczas przetwarzania po zbiorze. Obecnie rozwijane urządzenia mają na celu zminimalizowanie obtarć i... read more

SPAR supermarket in Heverlee, Belgium underwent modernization. The updated store now features various new developments and innovations, such as a diverse and fresh assortment of fruits and vegetables, along with freshly baked bread rolls, baguettes, and other breads available daily. read more

W zeszłym roku opublikowaliśmy artykuł o 80-letnim Sjaaku Verploegenie z Neer, który wystawił na sprzedaż swoje gospodarstwo owocowe. Plantator, który uprawiał 3 hektary malin, 1 hektar porzeczek czerwonych, pół hektara jeżyn oraz małą działkę śliwek, zmuszony był zakończyć działalność z powodu braku rentowności. read more

Zoono Group has signed an exclusive five-year agreement with Mpact Operations, the largest paper, plastics, and recycling company in southern Africa, to integrate its antimicrobial technology into food packaging in South Africa and Namibia. The partnership, executed through Zoono's food supply division, aims to enhance the safety and longevity of food products in the region. read more

According to the latest analysis by Avobook, as reported by Freshfruitportal.com, October ended with a global avocado market in balance, where demand and supply met harmoniously after months of fluctuations. The increasing demand from Northern countries intersected with the tail. read more

While grape exports from Nashik, India's primary production region, were steady during the 2024-25 season, prolonged and unseasonal rainfall since May has resulted in extensive damage to orchards. Nashik, renowned as the "grape capital," has witnessed approximately 60,000 hectares of perennial fruit crops being affected. read more

The results of the "Golden Innovations FMCG & Retail 2025" competition were announced at the Kamienica Theater in Warsaw - one of the most important events in the food and retail industry in Poland. In this year's edition, Polish preserves made from berries won. read more

Growy Singapore has entered provisional liquidation, signaling the closure of its 8,000 square meter vertical farm near Changi Airport. This comes less than a year after the farm was officially launched in November 2024. The decision was disclosed in a statutory declaration submitted by director Ramasamy Chockalingam on October 28. read more

Maroko nadal rozwija swoją obecność w międzynarodowym handlu owocami i warzywami, wykazując stabilne odbicie po niedawnych skutkach suszy i zyskując coraz większe uznanie na arenie międzynarodowej w sektorze rolniczym. Według informacji z Italiafruit News, Maroko stało się jednym z czołowych producentów na Morzu Śródziemnym. read more

When Modou Njie launched Farm Fresh in 2014, online shopping was still new in The Gambia. Internet penetration was low, digital payments were emerging, and most consumers preferred buying food at open markets. Njie, who had a background in technology and consulting, took the risk of introducing. read more

The 5th International Symposium on Orchidaceae was successfully held in Xiamen, Fujian from October 24 to 27. Co-organized by Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, the Orchid Branch of the Chinese Botanical Society, and the Orchid Industry Innovation Alliance, the event brought read more

W ciągu ostatnich miesięcy Panama wzmocniła eksport ananasów na rynki Stanów Zjednoczonych i Kanady, korzystając z malejącego podaży z Kostaryki. Danis Santana, dyrektor generalny Panama Squash Co., wyjaśnia, że "w ciągu ostatnich dwóch lat krajowa produkcja wzrosła o około 30". read more

The world of blueberries is literally growing. Year after year, growers compete in creating larger and more durable varieties. The latest record was set in Australia, with the title of the world's largest blueberry going to the Eterna variety. But before that happened... read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines plans to implement a Maximum Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for imported red onions to tackle overpricing in local markets, even with a stable supply. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. mentioned in an interview that the price cap could be introduced. read more