Belarus has introduced a law that imposes fines on retailers who fail to stock potatoes and other vegetables from stabilization funds. The law, which was published on July 16, includes penalties ranging from 5 to 200 base units, equivalent to 210 to 8,400 rubles this year. This action follows a decree. read more

Breeding new flower varieties is a process that requires patience, dedication, and attention to detail. It can take nearly 10 years to develop a variety that meets market standards and is ready for introduction. United Selections holds an annual selection week, and this year's event was... read more

The commercial performance of peaches and nectarines is excellent. Demand exceeds supply. Prices meet producers' expectations. However, the fruit and vegetable sector is facing serious challenges related to the drought. Water shortages in Apulia and Basilicata are particularly problematic. read more

With the South African citrus season now in full swing in India, importers are observing a more steady influx of high-quality oranges and mandarins at major ports. Unmesh Suryawanshi, the Indian representative for the international fresh produce trader Don Limon, remarked, "Unlike the boom and bust cycles seen in certain source regions, read more

Last week, the annual Haskap berry harvest concluded at Phoenix Haskaps' 30-acre farm in Alberta, Canada. The company has been cultivating this distinctive and elongated berry since 2016 and is one of approximately ten Haskap growers in Alberta. Overall, the province boasts 200 acres of Haskap berries. read more

W Ukrainie średni okres zwrotu z uprawy warzyw wynosi około pięciu lat, pod warunkiem że działalność jest prowadzona na co najmniej 50-60 hektarach i opiera się na nawadnianiu kroplowym. Szacunek ten pochodzi od Vadyma Kryczkivskyiego, szefa gospodarstwa "Organic-D" w regionie Winnickim. read more

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Zetapack has had a very successful past few months. The company has installed five systems in five different warehouses in Italy. Nicola Antonacci, the owner of the Cesena-based company in the Emilia-Romagna region, stated, "With the AGV50 technology, we are now able to weigh vegetables. Our focus is on…" read more

Te Mata Exports is currently the only licensed marketer exporting Cosmic Crisp apples from New Zealand. The company works closely with selected growers to manage quality and supply. Most of the Cosmic Crisp crop is grown in Hawke's Bay, with a smaller volume coming from Canterbury. Te Mata is read more

What was once left to wilt is now set to bloom as a livelihood opportunity, as the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) rolls out a fresh initiative that transforms floral waste into income-generating products, led entirely by women's self-help groups (SHGs). At the heart of this plan is the idea read more

In the context of increasingly pronounced climate change, with June 2025 confirmed as the hottest month ever recorded in Italy, the annual meeting promoted by Co.Di.Pr.A.Trento and Condifesa of Bolzano was held on July 15th at the Cantina Colterenzio in Cornaiano/Appiano (BZ). read more

Wstrząsającą szafkę z produktami spożywczymi: Nowe winogrona o smaku koktajlu Mojito trafiają do sklepów Co-op. Co-op poinformował: "Nowość na półce z owocami, winogrona o smaku Mojito trafiają do Wielkiej Brytanii i pojawią się w sklepach Co-op już od przyszłego tygodnia. Idealne dla fanów popularnego letniego koktajlu. Dostępne w sklepach Co-op już od" read more

The Maharashtra government has decided to implement a ban on artificial flowers, State Horticulture Minister Bharat Gogawale announced in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday. The decision came after a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday. Minister Gogawale stated, "We are
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As part of its ongoing program of workshops, masterclasses, and sharing of best practices through the Nursery Network group, members of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) had the opportunity to participate in a three-day study tour in Denmark, visiting various growers and businesses. HTA members went on tours. read more

Not so long ago, avocado consumption was uncommon in Spain. However, in just a few years, it has become widely popular and is now commonly found, even in the form of guacamole, in the ready-to-eat segment. The Costa Tropical is now recognized as another important production area for this highly valued fruit in Europe. read more

Aimed at making flowers more affordable during the Onam season, Chrysanthemum cultivation has begun at the Thrikkara Fire Station Compound. The flowers are being grown in 200 grow bags placed on top of the underground water tank at the fire station. The responsibility of nurturing the plants
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The India-grown dragon fruit is becoming more popular as an export product, says Priyanka Chhutani, director of The Aril Company: "India's agricultural export landscape is rapidly evolving, and one of the most promising additions to this growth story is the dragon fruit. This is a vibrant, read more

In the week ending 13 July 2025 (week 28), average wholesale prices for ACP bananas (€/100kg) saw notable changes in several European countries compared to the previous week (week 27, ending 6 July 2025), according to the latest market data. Spain (ES) experienced a sharp drop in prices. read more

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Produkcja brzoskwiń na Tajwanie ma osiągnąć 17 000 ton w 2025 roku, zgodnie z nowym raportem opublikowanym przez Służbę Rolnictwa Zagranicznego USDA - liczba ta obejmuje zwiększoną proporcję odmian niskich wymagań chłodniczych. read more