Country Crest and Tesco Ireland have strengthened their future partnership by signing a multi-year contract extension for the supply of potatoes, onions, and sweet potatoes to all Tesco stores nationwide and for online shopping. The contract, valued at nearly €100 million, cements the strong… read more

The 2023-2024 Egyptian citrus season has started well, with a positive atmosphere and high morale. Production is characterized by a more even distribution of sizes, in contrast to the previous season which had predominantly small sizes. Volumes have increased, and the climate factor is causing serious... read more

In the first seven months of 2024, the trade balance in terms of volume for the Italian fruit and vegetable sector remains strongly negative (-292 thousand tonnes), despite a 17% increase compared to the same period of the previous year, which gives hope for improvement. However, looking at the corresponding read more

Długo oczekiwani producenci i eksporterzy truskawek w Egipcie wreszcie mają organizację, która ich łączy. Rada Producentów i Eksporterów Truskawek została utworzona w tym miesiącu, pomimo że Egipt był jednym z wiodących producentów i eksporterów świeżych i mrożonych truskawek przez wiele lat. read more

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has reported a 29.3% decrease in ship transits for Fiscal Year 2024, attributing the decline to a severe drought that has affected the interoceanic crossing. The total number of transits fell to 9,944 from 14,080 in the previous year. The ACP detailed that of read more

Hort Innovation and Apple & Pear Australia Limited (APAL) have launched the Developing Orchardists of the Future pilot program under Hort Innovation's Frontiers investment program. This initiative aims to provide advanced professional development opportunities for apple and pear growers in Australia. read more

Z Kandaharu zostało niedawno wyeksportowanych 9 500 ton cebuli, o wartości rynkowej przekraczającej dwa miliony dolarów amerykańskich, do Indii i Pakistanu, co stanowi istotną aktywność w handlu rolnym regionu. Kandaharska Izba Handlowa i Inwestycji aktywnie poszukuje sposobów na zwiększenie... read more

Namibia and Botswana have imposed a ban on South African citrus and vegetables, extending it until 2025. This decision is aimed at promoting local production and reducing dependency on South African imports, which are substantial given South Africa's role as a major food supplier in Africa. read more

The Data Management Platform AgrigateOne's Tech Day this week was launched by South Africa's Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, live from Parliament where the department's budget report was being presented. Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen spoke at the AgrigateOne Tech Day, which was founded by. read more

Marie Nygren is stepping down from her position as CEO of Coop Sweden. Nygren announced that she will be leaving her role in November. She first joined the group in 2019 as CEO of Kooperativa förbundet, KF and chairman of CSAB, before taking on the role of CEO of Coop Sverige AB. read more

The new sauerkraut season in Switzerland has started off exceptionally well this year, according to David Dreyer from the company of the same name in Gerolfingen (Canton of Bern). "Both the quantities and qualities have been very satisfactory so far, and marketing is also going smoothly. We have already observed an... read more

The government in Belarus has modified certain price regulation norms. From October 21, 2024, to May 2025, maximum wholesale prices will be determined for fresh cucumbers, apples, onions, and table beets. Additionally, from October 29, 2024, to May 2025, maximum retail prices will be set for these products. read more

Rząd uruchomił usługę ekspresowego pociągu Kanda z Nashik do Delhi w celu zaspokojenia popytu na cebulę przed Diwalim. Według sekretarza ds. spraw konsumenckich Nidhi Khare, ten specjalny pociąg ma dotrzeć do stolicy kraju 20 tego miesiąca.

The government has initiated the Kanda Express Train service from Nashik to Delhi with the objective of addressing the onion demand prior to Diwali. According to Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare, this special train is set to reach the national capital on the 20th of this month. read more

Highline Mushrooms has always been passionate about natural nourishment and innovation, with a strong belief in the future of the mushroom category. Driven by a team with proven success in innovation and a roadmap for the future, the company's next step is to future-proof mushroom farming with. read more

Nowa Zelandia's economy heavily depends on its maritime trade routes, vital for the export and import activities that fuel sectors like agriculture, construction, and the wholesale and retail trade. Disruptions to these routes, whether due to natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, or global. read more

The Agri-food Centers of Emilia-Romagna, gathered in a network, took part in the mission organized by the Emilia-Romagna Region to Singapore, which concludes today. With six million inhabitants, the city-state offers opportunities for the fruit and vegetable supply chains of the region. Already activated. read more

The Italian breeder and young plant supplier Lazzeri has been breeding poinsettias for over 25 years. Their range is continuously expanding and has received multiple awards year after year. For the upcoming year, growers will have access to new varieties that they can already preview. read more

"Spain is a crucial market for Peruvian fresh products like avocados, blueberries, grapes, and mangoes. Peru is the second largest avocado supplier to Spain, after Mexico. Spain serves as a key destination for a variety of Peruvian fresh products, highlighting the importance of this market for Peru." read more

In a warehouse located north of Chisinau, Moldova, Stefan Bitlan, a prominent exporter of plums, is preparing his shipment for Germany, choosing to target the European Union market instead of Russia. Moldova, situated between Ukraine and Romania, is on the verge of a referendum for EU membership, which is being endorsed by the President. read more

The accurate understanding of how the environment impacts the growth and development of a crop is essential to determine the suitability of a particular cultivar for commercial cultivation in a specific region. The current study focused on assessing the genetic variability, read more