The Japanese beetle is a destructive insect pest that feeds on more than 300 plant species, causing damage to both turf and ornamental plants. In order to facilitate the safe transportation of nursery stock to states that have not yet been infested by the Japanese beetle, the National Japanese Beetle Harmonization Plan (JBHP) offers standardized protocols. read more

The versatility and user-friendly interface of FreshPortal software, which includes API integrations with platforms such as Floriday, have garnered significant satisfaction among users both nationally and internationally in recent years. However, in the African continent, FreshPortal stands out as one of the market leaders in ERP. read more

Tomra Food has been awarded the Jury Prize at Fooma Japan 2025 for its integrated turnkey solution for blueberries, which features Kato optical sorting, Lucai AI-driven intelligence, and the Curo precision filling system. read more

Ceny jabłek na Ukrainie wzrosły o 75% w ostatnich tygodniach, a niektóre odmiany są teraz sprzedawane za ponad 100 hrywien za kilogram. Analitycy przypisują ten wzrost zubożałym zapasom z ubiegłorocznych zbiorów, rosnącym kosztom logistyki i niekorzystnej pogodzie. Rolnicy mają nadzieję, że ceny ustabilizują się wraz z... read more

Mexico has positioned itself as the top lemon producer for 2024, driven by favorable weather and expanding cultivation areas. According to the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, Mexico is projected to produce approximately 3.5 million metric tons in the 2024/2025 market year. This marks an 8% increase compared to the previous year. read more

Coldiretti Veneto has collected and taken on the strong concern expressed by fruit and vegetable producers, gathered in a regional consultation, regarding the resurgence linked to the presence of the Asian stink bug, which is already affecting the first crops. A threat that continues to... read more

Minister for Agriculture István Nagy has announced that based on 3,700 damage claims submitted electronically until May 19, more than 25 thousand hectares of farmland have been damaged by frost this spring. Nearly 90% of damage reports were linked to the severe frostwave experienced during the. read more

W najnowszym porównaniu cen bananów, Kolumbia, Kostaryka i Panama wykazują znaczące różnice w średnich cenach bananów w porównaniu z poprzednim tygodniem. W Kolumbii średnia cena bananów spadła z poprzedniego tygodniowego średniego wyniku £1.16 za kg do £1.01 za kg. read more

According to Hady Selim, the export manager at Agro Fresh, there are still some quantities of Egyptian oranges available for export, and a few exporters are continuing to work on oranges despite the high prices. It is worth mentioning that the Egyptian orange season has faced significant disruptions and challenges in fruit supply. read more

Growers in Jumilla, in the Altiplano area of Murcia, Spain, are worried about the upcoming Ercolini pear season starting in mid-July due to the severe hailstorms that occurred in spring. As the campaign concludes in late August, they will be able to assess the amount of kilograms lost in the region. read more

Egypian onion exporters are currently experiencing a stable season with no challenges in obtaining onions or securing buyers. Mostafa Medhat, the managing director of Tut Produce, stated: "The season is progressing smoothly, with ample production of high quality onions and steady demand." Medhat further mentioned: "At Tut... read more

Cherry sellers were fined following a sudden increase in prices on All Souls' Day, officials have confirmed. Vladimir Ivanov, the head of the State Commission on Commodity Exchanges and Markets (SCSBT), informed BNR and Sega that retail cherry prices rose from 14 leva per kilogram to 20–22 leva within a read more

At Flower Logistics Africa 2025 in Nairobi, the hub of global flower exports, the industry's pulse was stronger than ever. Moderated by Reji John, Editor of Logistics Update Africa, this panel discussion gathered growers, exporters, airlines, airports, and logistics leaders to delve into one of the most crucial aspects. read more

Salvatore Rimmaudo, sales manager at QuattroR in Vittoria, located in the province of Ragusa in Sicily, is discussing the current trends in the fruit and vegetable market, the challenges the company is encountering, and its future plans. QuattroR cultivates and sells a diverse range of fruits and vegetables. read more

This season witnessed a rebound in the volumes of Spanish Hass avocados after the severe impact of drought in the Andalucia region in previous years. "We received shipments from Spain and Portugal until mid-April. Throughout the winter, there was substantial rainfall in Spain and Portugal, which helped to..." read more

Mitsui & Co., Ltd. has announced the integration of Totam Seeds B.V. into a newly formed entity created through the integration of its wholly owned subsidiaries, ISI Sementi S.p.A. and Top Seeds International Ltd. Totam is an innovative seed company based in the Netherlands,... read more

The check was handed over last Thursday at the business of the producer Frans Schrijnwerkers in Oudsbergen, Limburg. Starting this week, Belgian blueberries are available in Aldi stores across the country. The official start of the season comes at a time when the cultivation. read more

From quick snacks to festive breakfasts, "A Handful of Summer" shows how easy it is to enjoy healthily. The campaign shares recipes, health tips, and "summer moments" that everyone can relate to. "Een handje zomer", the name of the original Dutch version, is a. read more

Exceptions are only made for research purposes. The current genetic engineering moratorium is set to expire at the end of this year. The Science Commission of the National Council (WBK-N), which drafted the proposal based on a parliamentary initiative, wanted... read more

The largest apple exporter in New Zealand anticipates a higher net profit for the year than initially expected. read more