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"Our garden roses are now available in stems measuring 53cm and 63cm. Reflecting on our journey, it's truly amazing to see the evolution of our roses since the late 1990s, when they were pure garden roses and mainly just 20cm", says Cindy Cooper of Tambuzi, a Kenyan garden rose grower. Since the… read more

The Storm Caetano, which swept across the country from west to east (with 31 departments under an orange alert), caused traffic jams in certain areas, left homes without electricity, and affected several apple orchards. "The snowstorm that struck central western France has had a major impact on some of... read more

In response to the destructive floods in eastern Spain, British retailers and wholesalers have started to import oranges from South Africa and South America earlier than usual. This change is intended to ensure a steady supply of oranges on supermarket shelves and to address concerns about quality. read more

The EastFruit team presents 10 interesting facts about dried apricots in Tajik culture. In Tajikistan, dried apricots, called "kuraga," hold such high value that they are used as an alternative currency and a trusted method of saving. Additionally, they are a source of national pride. read more

Turkish fig exporters had a successful season in the Asian market this year. They utilized airfreight for their shipments, which allowed them to maintain a steady supply despite challenges in the Red Sea that have made sea journeys more complicated. read more

With the approval of the Bundesrat for the CAP Direct Payments Regulation (CAPDPR) and the CAP Conditionality Regulation (CAPCR), EU agricultural support in Germany will be further simplified and more target-oriented from 2025 onwards. Additionally, the so-called eco-regulations for farmers will be implemented. read more

Wzrost eksportu świeżych owoców i warzyw z Hiszpanii wyniósł 9 procent pod względem wolumenu w styczniu-wrześniu tego roku, w porównaniu do analogicznego okresu w 2023 roku. read more

"The transformation that the sector must undergo is not only significant, but it also needs to happen quickly. We really cannot afford to waste time, as we have seen with the implementation of the new manure policy," he argues to vilt.be. A response to the read more

Frutas de Chile and Eastern Air Logistics (EAL), an air cargo company owned by China Eastern Air Holding Company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote cooperation and information exchange to facilitate the air transportation of fresh Chilean cherries to China. read more

Especially lower-quality matches are pushing for rapid marketing. According to the announcement, domestic sales are stable at a typical November level. Export transactions can also be made continuously. Producer prices remain unchanged from the previous week (week 46). read more

These let the sunlight needed for photosynthesis pass through and do not affect plant growth. This primarily targets operators of larger greenhouses, who have so far been using conventional PV systems installed on roofs. read more

As the speaker emphasized, Poland currently does not have any significant competition when it comes to the production of black and red currants – in a way, producers from our country shape the market. Statistically, fruits from Poland account for 25% of the world's harvests. read more

McCain Foods Ltd. and Cavendish Farms, two leading Canadian frozen potato producers, have been named in lawsuits in the United States, alleging their involvement in price-fixing practices. These accusations indicate that these companies, as well as other major processors such as Lamb Weston, may have been collaborating to manipulate prices. read more

In 2024, Uzbekistan has solidified its position as the third-largest exporter of fresh apricots globally, according to analysts at EastFruit. This accomplishment represents the second consecutive year that Uzbekistan has held a top-three ranking, although it has not yet moved up to the second position. read more

Electric fans manufactured by the Tuscan company Aria srl provide an efficient solution to the issue of late frosts and excessive noise, which can cause disruptions on farms. Representatives from the company will be available at the Interpoma trade fair (21-23 November in Bolzano, Italy), at the DARWIN booth. read more

Moschos Korasidis, the general manager at ETHEA, the National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives, pointed out a shortfall of around 70,000 workers in the agricultural sector, as reported by Kathimerini. This shortage is expected to impact various regions, disrupting the olive harvest,... read more

Zespri Kiwifruit, a leading New Zealand company in the production and worldwide marketing of kiwifruit, is pleased to announce its presence at the Allianz Stadium in Turin tomorrow, Saturday, November 23, during the rugby match between Italy and New Zealand. read more

The Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association, using customs data, reports that the country's fruit and vegetable exports reached an estimated value of US$6.6 billion in the first 11 months of 2024, representing a 27% increase from the same period in the previous year. This growth is attributed to read more

In recent years, many investment discussions have increasingly focused on labor-saving solutions. With rising labor costs, the return on investment becomes more attractive. Following the announcement of a 10% increase in the collective labor agreement wages in the Netherlands by 2025, WPS has read more