Not an option, but a necessity: why GMOs are needed in agriculture
2025-06-16 00:00
In a phase where some are calling for mobilization to oppose innovation in the plant sector, particularly against New Breeding Techniques, known in Italy as Tecniche di Evoluzione Assistita (TEA), it is still necessary to remember that it is agriculture that needs these.
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Moroccan exports of tomatoes continue despite the drought.
2025-06-16 00:00
The tomato industry in Morocco is continuously challenged by adverse weather conditions and labor shortages, with 2025 being the sixth year in a row marked by drought. Despite these difficulties, Morocco continues to be a strong competitor in the EU market, especially in comparison to Spain. Morocco's export numbers remain steady and competitive.
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Relief for those trading in fruit and vegetable products with the United Kingdom. Following pressure from Fruitimprese and other international trade actors, on June 2nd the British government postponed phytosanitary checks in the country, announcing the creation of a
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Is Carrefour considering saying goodbye to Italy?
2025-06-16 00:00
Carrefour could soon exit the Italian market. According to the portal RetailDetail.eu - which in turn cites an in-depth analysis from the German magazine Lebensmittel Zeitung - the French retail giant has initiated confidential talks with some retailers.
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Iran is one of the top global agricultural producers.
2025-06-16 00:00
Arsalan Qasemi stated that the strategic reserves are sufficient to supply basic goods for six months. He also mentioned that there are no issues with domestically produced products, as the current agricultural production in the country is between 125 and 130 million tons.
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Dutch Greenhouse Delta is speeding up international partnerships in horticulture during GreenTech week.
2025-06-16 00:00
During GreenTech 2025, Dutch Greenhouse Delta (DGD) welcomed hundreds of international guests. The platform for international collaboration hosted delegations from Egypt, the Gulf Region, Central Asia, India, and Southeast Asia with tailor-made programs designed to strengthen relationships.
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Paolo Bruni (CSO Italy): "Climate victims, more research is needed"
2025-06-16 00:00
"AgriFuturo: cultivating resilience" was the theme of a meeting held on Thursday afternoon at the Chamber of Commerce of Ferrara-Ravenna, organized by the editorial SAE, which publishes the Nuova Ferrara, Gazzette di Modena e Reggio, Il Tirreno, and La Nuova Sardegna. The event was attended by
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For over a decade, Marco R. Butera has worked as a consultant specializing in the cultivation and technical management of berries, with a particular focus on blueberries, in various international production settings. His expertise extends across regions such as the Mediterranean basin, the Balkans, Asia, and the Middle East.
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A golden year for cherries in northern Italy
2025-06-16 00:00
"This cherry season has been perfect so far: although production has not reached its full potential, quality is very high," This is just one of the thoughts that emerged yesterday, June 12th, during the Cherry Day organized by Alegra at the Agrintesa plant in Castelfranco Emilia (Modena) and a farm.
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"At the start of the new medlar season, in late March and early April, there is traditionally high demand for Spanish medlars. As we move towards summer, around June and July, the demand decreases significantly, largely because of the wide variety of other fruits available," reports Hacer Temiz.
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Sezon słodkiego kukurydzy z Bainbridge w stanie Georgia trwa pełną parą. Rozpoczął się w połowie maja, a dostępność będzie trwać do połowy lipca. Pomimo obchodzenia dwóch ważnych świąt związanych ze słodką kukurydzą - Dnia Pamięci Narodowej oraz Święta Niepodległości - w trakcie sezonu w Georgii, rynek do tej pory boryka się z trudnościami.
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Apulia has started harvesting its first table grapes: Star Light.
2025-06-16 00:00
The first Apulian table grapes of the season were officially harvested on June 12, 2025, in the province of Bari in the Apulia region of southern Italy. For several years now, the Star Light variety has been the frontrunner. This seedless red grape variety has a unique muscat aroma and is...
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Asda cafés: New dishes include smashed avocado on toast.
2025-06-16 00:00
Greek consumer prices remained stable in May despite inflation. Food retail inflation in Greece increased by 2.47% year-on-year in May 2025, according to the Consumer Goods Retail Research Institute (IELKA). The largest increases were observed in categories such as biscuits, chocolates, and confectionery (+8.83%).
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Price trend of fruits and vegetables in Italy as of June 16th.
2025-06-16 00:00
The collection of plums has begun, with the red variety and Spring Smile. The apricot campaign is in full swing, with the first batches of the Pellecchiella cultivar. There is a strong demand for watermelons, now in full production. Prices of peaches and nectarines continue to decline.
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"Wierzymy zdecydowanie w potencjał kariobów jako ekonomicznej, zrównoważonej i przystosowanej do zmian klimatycznych alternatywy."
2025-06-16 00:00
Viveros Hernandorena is actively promoting its innovation strategy in the nursery sector through the Carob Tree Project. This ambitious initiative aims to professionalize carob tree cultivation in Spain, with the goal of becoming the top producer of this emerging crop in Europe in terms of surface area, quality, and...
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Afghanistan plans to start exporting fresh fruit to Russia, Central Asian countries, and the Persian Gulf in 2025 as part of a larger strategy to increase its agricultural exports. Officials also mentioned that Afghanistan is looking to expand its market reach to include India, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
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War and a drivers' strike in Iran are currently impacting the fruit trade and casting a shadow over the prospects for the upcoming kiwi season.
2025-06-16 00:00
Ms. Elisavet Kyriazi, a fruit broker based in Imathia, Greece, specializing in the Iranian and Indian markets, has reported a blurry and uncertain situation prevailing in the fruit and vegetable sector in Iran in recent days. She has been in constant contact with her Iranian business partners.
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The fruit and vegetable sector in Vietnam has experienced varied outcomes in early 2025, showcasing both the obstacles and opportunities for expansion in international markets. As reported by Congthuong.vn, exports in May amounted to USD 550 million, contributing to a total of USD 2.24 billion for the first five months of the year, indicating a decrease.
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Exports of fruits and vegetables from Vietnam to the European Union are increasing, with mangoes and pistachios leading the way.
2025-06-16 00:00
Eksport owoców i warzyw z Wietnamu do Unii Europejskiej nabiera tempa, z obrotem w pierwszych czterech miesiącach 2025 roku osiągając 132 miliony dolarów, co stanowi wzrost o 33% w skali rocznej, zgodnie z danymi celnymi wspomnianymi w artykule na stronie VN Express. Mango zajmowały pierwsze miejsce na liście eksportowej, osiągając wartość 27,6 miliona dolarów.
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New Zealand is converting farm waste into compostable packaging.
2025-06-16 00:00
Badź Researchers from Scion, a public research organization in New Zealand, are working with farmers and producers to convert agricultural byproducts like blueberries and avocado pits into sustainable and compostable packaging solutions. This effort is funded by the Ministry.
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