Dzisiaj przypada ostatni dzień IFTEX 2025. Wczoraj, drugi dzień targów, rozpoczął się od wydarzenia Tech for Breakfast, zorganizowanego przez Chrysal i Lima Labs AI. Odbyło się ono przed oficjalnym rozpoczęciem targów w Visa Oshwal Centre, a wydarzenie otworzyło pyszne śniadanie, które stworzyło ciepłą atmosferę. read more

Six Zimbabwean small-scale flower growers are scheduled to attend the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) 2025 in Europe, which will take place from November 4 to 6, 2025, at Expo Greater Amsterdam in Vijfhuizen, the Netherlands. One of the local flower producers and a former floriculture consultant will accompany them. read more

This season, potato growers in Latvia are facing challenges due to unpredictable weather patterns. While some early potato plantings started on time, the sudden arrival of cold temperatures and high humidity is causing concerns about potential yield results. Some growers have been struggling to read more

The pineapple sugar apple, also known as the "pineapple custard apple," is a popular specialty fruit from Taitung County in southeastern Taiwan. This fruit is recognized for its sweet taste, creamy texture, abundant flesh, few seeds, and nutritional value. Zhang Jian, who oversees read more

A few days after the storm in North and Central Limburg, the Netherlands, and just across the border in Germany, the impact is gradually becoming clearer. It is confirmed that several greenhouses sustained damage, either to their roofs from hail or to their crops from flooding. Particularly in read more

The avocado sector in Spain, especially in the Axarquía of Malaga and the Costa Tropical of Granada, has experienced a recovery thanks to the rains in spring and autumn 2024 and the early months of 2025. These regions, along with southern Portugal, account for 75% of the country's avocado exports. read more

Omer-Decugis & Cie, a company specializing in fresh and exotic fruits and vegetables, has announced expansion projects that will increase its national ripening capacity in France by 30,000 tons, bringing the total capacity to 174,000 tons, a 21% increase. The expansion will take place at the Sorgues facility in southern France. read more

The table grape campaign in Mazzarrone (CT), one of the main production areas in Italy, has officially started under the best auspices. The first greenhouse harvests have already begun, while the full-scale entry of the varieties is expected in a few weeks. read more

The stone fruit season in Morocco is advancing, with the harvests in Taroudant and Marrakech slowly transitioning to those in Meknes. The majority of the country's production is currently focused in the Meknes/Saïss region, which serves as a key indicator of the industry's status nationwide. Othman read more

Belgium: Blockades at Lidl due to "unbearable" workload

Lidl employees in Belgium have set up blockades at the discount chain's five depots, citing an "unbearable" workload. This has led to a complete shutdown of supplies to the stores. Unions are calling for a specific plan to address the situation and improve conditions. read more

Mahesh Pipariya, a farmer from a small village in Gujarat's Rajkot district, is more than just a cultivator of crops—he's aiming to redefine the future of Indian agriculture. What sets him apart is his unwavering commitment to sustainable farming and his remarkable success in transforming the agricultural landscape. read more

Organic kiwi imports from New Zealand are currently at their peak for organic SunGold, with organic Green kiwis soon to follow. Awe Sum Organics is currently shipping organic SunGold kiwis under the Zespri label from New Zealand, and organic Zespri Green kiwis will begin shipping shortly. read more

Plant Products has appointed Gregor Hoffmann as General Manager of Agrotech. Gregor succeeds Roman Kölbl, the founder of Agrotech, who will continue to support the company in a strategic capacity. Gregor Hoffmann said, "I am honored to take on this new role and help guide Agrotech through a dynamic period." read more

Produkcja i eksport guaw z Indii stale rosną, według Sourabha Jaiswala, menedżera ds. rozwoju biznesu w indyjskiej firmie eksportującej produkty rolnicze KK Star: "Nasza produkcja guaw nadal rośnie stabilnie. Oznacza to, że ogólnie uprawa guaw zwiększyła się, i to" read more

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Omar stated, "We have concentrated on improving efficiency, meaning producing more within the same area. This summarizes the strategy of the Costa Rican banana sector, which has maintained its cultivated area at around 42,000 hectares for over 15 years, prioritizing productivity over expansion." read more

The China International Fruit Expo 2025 is scheduled to be held in Shanghai from August 27th to 29th. This year, the event has introduced a pre-registration system with a qualification review process, allowing only industry professionals and invited guests to attend. read more

"Był to trudny sezon w Stanach Zjednoczonych z powodu cła, które USA nałożyły na Peru, podobnie jak na większość krajów, ale nie na Meksyk. Główne wyzwania w tym miejscu to silna konkurencja z Meksyku, błędny wizerunek awokado peruwiańskiego oraz surowe." read more

For the sixth year in a row, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden did not participate in the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), which oversees the famous garden, confirmed that their choice to skip the prestigious event was made in read more

An increasing trend towards final packaging at the source, such as the revival of apple flow wrapping or packaging blueberries in clamshells and punnets, enhances the returns that growers can achieve, according to Rory Cole of Flowpack Systems, the South African representative for Elifab Sorting technology and Redpack. read more