W ciągu ostatnich czterech miesięcy 2024 roku Namibia importowała ziemniaki o wartości około 2,9 miliona dolarów amerykańskich, głównie z RPA. Zgodnie z raportem Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) dotyczącym wskaźników rolnictwa i rybołówstwa za czwarty kwartał, rachunek importowy dla produktów ogrodniczych wyniósł około read more

Orchardists in Canada are witnessing better conditions for cherry crops this spring compared to last year. Roger Bailey of Kalwood Farms has noticed improved bud formation on cherry trees. Alan Gatzke from Gatzke Orchards remembers the challenges of last year, saying, "We knew we were in for a tough year. read more

Ostatnie poranne przymrozki wpłynęły na uprawę owoców w Serbii, szczególnie dotykając wcześnie dojrzewające odmiany owoców pestkowych. Zachodnia część Serbii doświadczyła znacznego uszkodzenia. Raporty wskazują, że morele zostały poważnie dotknięte, aż do 95% plonu zostało zniszczone, jak zauważono przez. read more

Cocaine worth an estimated 19 million leva was discovered by customs officers at Burgas port in Bulgaria. The 40 kilograms of cocaine were hidden within a shipment of bananas from Ecuador. The drugs were found during a thorough inspection of a sea container. This incident occurred shortly after two vessels carrying bananas arrived at the port. read more

The volume of imported fruits and vegetables in the Novosibirsk region, Russia, has increased significantly since the beginning of 2025, rising by 40% compared to the same period last year. According to the press service of Rosselkhoznadzor, approximately 30,000 tons of fresh produce have been imported. read more

The Indian avocado market, which has seen consistent growth over the past four years, is currently encountering a significant challenge caused by a rise in imports, according to Abdul Kadir Memon, Head of Business Development and Procurement at Abacate International. "In just the first two weeks of March 2025, nearly..." read more

Certification in fruit production is not just a trend, but also a real opportunity to increase the competitiveness and profitability of orchards. As Mirosław Maliszewski, the president of the Association of Fruit Growers in Poland, emphasizes, "consumer interest in products with higher read more

In January-February 2025, Azerbaijan exported 4,045 tons of hazelnuts valued at $28.12 million, according to the State Customs Committee, as reported by ABC.AZ. This represents an increase of $5.27 million (23%) in value and 249 tons (6.6%) in quantity compared to the same period in 2024. read more

California's avocado harvest is currently at its peak, with the state anticipating a plentiful crop this year. The harvest began in the southern region of San Diego and recently extended to the largest growing area, Ventura County. It is estimated that the state is approximately three weeks away from harvesting the first avocados. read more

W lutym Chiny odnotowały znaczny wzrost eksportu owoców do Rosji, osiągając sześcioletnie maksimum w przypadku wysyłek jabłek oraz rekordowe poziomy dla truskawek, egzotycznych owoców, pomidorów i papryki. Dane chińskiej służby statystycznej, przeanalizowane przez RIA Novosti, podkreślają ten trend. Rosja's read more

Dla tych, którzy tego nie widzieli, Flowers Canada Growers (FCG) zorganizowało webinar na temat planowania sukcesji podatkowej w październiku 2024 roku, prowadzony przez Kevina Stienstra, partnera podatkowego w Doane Grant Thornton. Kliknij tutaj, aby uzyskać dostęp do nagrania wideo tego webinaru. Hasło do tego webinaru to 5=isXQe7. Źródło: read more

In Warsaw markets, such as Hala Mirowska, strawberry prices (as of March 26, 2025) range from 8 to 16 PLN per kilogram. These fruits are imported mainly from Spain and Greece, where the peak season is ongoing. There are also blueberries available at attractive prices ranging from 18 PLN/kg to 24-26 PLN/kg. read more

The construction and modernization of vegetable storage facilities in Russia continue to be expensive, and difficulties in supplying equipment further complicate the process. Alexey Krasilnikov, Executive Director of the Potato and Vegetable Market Participants Union, addressed these challenges. According to... read more

With the beginning of spring, French orchards are blanketed in white and pink hues, with trees adorned with thousands of flowers. It's a sight to behold, but it also signals the beginning of a period feared by arborists: spring frosts. This crucial period typically lasts read more

The horticulture sector in Russia is growing, driven by government support and the rapid development of modern intensive orchards, which covered 8,500 hectares in 2024, according to the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation. read more

New Whole Foods Market in London, U.K., now open

Whole Foods Market has announced the opening of a new 21,800-square-foot store at 120 King's Road, SW3, in London. This marks an exciting expansion of the company's presence in the United Kingdom. The new store features a variety of high-quality products. read more

Sezon awokado w Kenii kształtowany jest przez dynamikę Morza Czerwonego. Kryzys, oscylujący między spokojem a intensywnością, zmienia mapę popytu na ten sezon. Noor Yassin, dyrektor Avochichi, relacjonuje sytuację. Plantator mówi: "Jesteśmy wciąż we wczesnej fazie sezonu. read more

The Ethiopian Horticultural Producers Exporters Association (EHPEA) has urged the government to adopt a research-based approach to land acquisition to address critical challenges in the horticultural sector. The call was made during the 9th HortiFlora Expo 2025, held at the Millennium Hall. read more

South Africa is on track to exceed initial expectations for table grape exports this season. According to updated estimates as of week 11, the country is projected to reach an export volume of 351 thousand tons, marking a 4% increase compared to previous forecasts. read more

Yesterday morning there was a meeting at the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forestry, between Minister Francesco Lollobrigida and EU Agriculture Commissioner Christophe Hansen. The visit was part of the three-day event 'Agriculture Is', which was inaugurated on Monday at Piazza. read more