A delegation from the Netherlands Agricultural Network (LAN) and the Embassy of the Netherlands in Sofia explored the potential for bilateral cooperation in the North-Central Bulgaria region. The Netherlands is internationally recognized as a leading innovator in the production of flowers and ornamental plants. read more

"When a Tik-Tok clip or a late-night TV chef introduces a little-known exotic fruit, you can be sure that the next morning, clients will call to inquire if we have that product," says Annemieke Hendrix-Koot of the Dutch company P. Solleveld Export. "Some time ago, we were" read more

The long-standing request of farmers from the Kanniyakumari district to establish a fragrance factory at the Floriculture Research Station (FRS) in Thovalai has been on hold for over seven years. Despite continuous urging from farmers in the region for the project to be implemented, read more

The CNB Dutch Peony Days will take place from June 4 to 6 in Bovenkarspel, the Netherlands. This event will feature 70 to 100 different varieties of peonies and has attracted significant international interest. Attendees can expect to see the latest developments in peony cultivation, including this season's trends, quality, and standout selections. read more

The Global Potato Summit 2025 is scheduled for December 11-12 at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, India. The event will conclude with live farm demonstrations on December 13 at a nearby site. After its debut at the World Potato Congress 2024 in Adelaide, the summit aims to unite... read more

Kiedyś firmy transportowe mogły używać punktualnych dostaw jako atutu. Obecnie dostarczenie na czas jest powszechnym podstawowym wymaganiem. Aby konsekwentnie osiągać to cel, Ablas International Logistics, które skupia się na Niemczech, Polsce i Europie Wschodniej, stosuje system rotacji kierowców.

In the past, transport companies could use timely arrivals as a trump card. These days, just-in-time delivery is a common basic requirement. To consistently achieve that, Ablas International Logistics, which focuses on Germany, Poland, and Eastern Europe, uses a driver rotation system. read more

The black-red federal government is planning to increase the minimum wage to EUR 15. This would also require strawberry farmers to pay their mostly foreign seasonal workers (mostly from Romania) EUR 15 per hour. read more

Kwiaty nadal stanowią główny element eksportu hortikultury Kenii, gdy kraj przygotowuje się do organizacji 12. edycji Międzynarodowej Wystawy Florystycznej (IFTEX). read more

Uganda has restored direct air connections with the United Kingdom, ending nearly a decade without such links, reports FPC. The route, which began operations in May 2025, provides dedicated cargo capacity for exporting fresh produce such as bananas, avocados, chillies, fine beans, and sweet potatoes. read more

Uganda has relaunched direct flights to the UK in a move expected to increase exports of fresh produce to Britain. read more

The project leader, Dr. Alice Hayward, stated that there is little published data on the disorder and its causes. "Symptoms include roots wrapping around each other or constricting the crown - where the aboveground parts of the plant meet the roots." read more

"Diversification can minimize risk," said Citrus Growers’ Association (CGA) CEO Boitshoko Ntshabele, emphasizing that South Africa should promptly and seriously address both tariff and non-tariff barriers to achieve broader market access. read more

The Agricultural Cooperative Organization (ACO) expects a very good harvest of 2,500 tons of cherries, which will be harvested by the producers in the coming weeks and enter the market. read more

Las importaciones de frutas y verduras frescas españolas crecieron tanto en volumen como en valor en el primer trimestre de 2025, aumentando un 10 por ciento y un 15 respectivamente.

Spanish fresh fruit and vegetable imports grew in both volume and value in the first quarter of 2025, up 10 per cent and 15 respectively. read more

The biologist Michael Seidl leads the research together with Guido van den Ackerveken, colleagues from the University of Amsterdam, and several breeding companies. The so-called wilt disease, caused by the soil fungus Fusarium oxysporum, poses an increasing threat worldwide. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) and Produce Plus Magazine are delighted to announce the finalists for the 2025 Seeka Marketer of the Year Award (MOYA). read more

The Avo Connections, the annual forum of the Australian avocado industry, will take place at the Brisbane Convention Centre on June 4th, preceding this year's Hort Connections event. read more

Buyers of fruits and vegetables from important export markets in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions will be arriving in Brisbane tomorrow to see Australia's top-quality horticultural products firsthand. read more

Podczas niedawnej wizyty w Singapurze, miliarder technologiczny i filantrop Bill Gates spróbował duriana, wonnego owocu znanego jako "Król Owoców". Wideo opublikowane na platformie TikTok przez użytkownika @rebecca89292 pokazuje Gatesa w Newton Food Centre, który wącha owoc i bierze dwa kęsy, zanim odłoży go na bok. read more

The breeding company Agriom has been running its own trial garden in Limuru, Kenya for the last two years and will be making its first appearance at the IFTEX 2025 trade fair, where it will showcase a variety of its newest products. "During IFTEX, we aim to demonstrate to visitors the projects we are currently developing and highlight the progress we have made." read more