In an initiative aimed at fostering sustainability, livelihood generation, and hands-on learning, a nine-day skill enhancement workshop on "Eco-Friendly Pine Needle Craft Items and Artificial Flower Making" is currently underway at Vallabh Government College, Mandi. Organised by the Department of. read more

While the "Respect" patent is being filed and recognized in various North American countries, Siropack is entering into another significant commercial agreement in North Africa. The Italian company based in Cesenatico, Emilia-Romagna, which produces machines and software for the food industry, is expanding its presence in the region. read more

Wikotech invites all chrysanthemum growers to witness the bud robot in action on September 18 at Henda Flowers in Zuilichem, the Netherlands. The bud robot is a practical solution that simplifies the process of pinching spray chrysanthemums. Date: September 18 Address: Uilkerweg 11, Zuilichem, The Netherlands read more

In central Albania, veteran agronomist Irakli Shkoza has implemented a strategic shift in crop cultivation due to the changing climate. Since 2019, the small farm near the Adriatic Sea has seen Shkoza importing seeds from Africa and America, leveraging the rising temperatures for agricultural… read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has appointed Miles Fraser-Jones as Vice President of Sales & Product Management, Deciduous & Citrus (International) to enhance global category performance. Fraser-Jones will be responsible for managing North American sales and overseeing international sourcing and product development. read more

Brazil has informed the European Commission that it will not renegotiate the Mercosur-EU agreement in response to France's request for additional safeguards to protect its agricultural sector. The proposed safeguards focus on specific thresholds for beef, chicken, and sugar imports from Brazil. read more

South Africa's citrus export season is currently at its halfway point, and Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has reported an 18% increase in volumes by the end of June compared to the previous year. The superior quality of the fruit from South Africa has led to this rise in volumes, especially in exports to the European Union. read more

A greenhouse in orbit? It's not just science fiction. It's called Adaptive Vertical Farm (AVF) and it's the prototype developed by Space V, a Ligurian-Piedmontese startup born as a spin-off of the University of Genoa. It was presented at Euroflora in Genoa by Franco Malerba, an Italian astronaut. read more

Vegetable growers expressed that the recent rainy period was "much needed." With early July temperatures reaching nearly 30°C and continued dry conditions, significant rainfall along with thunderstorm warnings brought relief. Paudie Hanafin, who is based in Kerry, discussed the difficulties of irrigation. read more

Według szacunków branżowych, roczna produkcja jeżyn na Ukrainie sięga nawet 2000 ton. Plony różnią się znacznie, w zależności od odmiany i praktyk uprawowych, od 7 do 40 ton na hektar. W sezonie szczytowym ceny na farmach zwykle wahają się od 60 do 70 UAH za kilogram. read more

South African citrus producers have launched a new consumer campaign to raise awareness of SummerStar Ruby grapefruit, the first campaign of its kind since the former Jaffa grapefruit campaigns in the previous century. read more

The US administration has suggested that it might impose sanctions on leaders of South Africa's ruling party, the African National Congress (ANC), as part of a general review of relations between the two countries. This review could also involve imposing higher tariffs on South African exports. read more

The new facility in Heijningen, located in the West-Brabant region in the Netherlands, will be home to the open-field team and the new demonstration site for Rijk Zwaan's open-field vegetables. read more

Stuart Davis, Leaderbrand's sustainability manager, has been honored with a Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) Life Member award, in recognition of his service and leadership in the country's horticulture sector. read more

India is currently experiencing a consistent availability of kiwis, as stated by Yogesh Rathod, Director at Nova Fresco, a fresh produce importer. Rathod observes that the overall supply of imported kiwis is steady, which ensures easy accessibility. He also notes a rising health consciousness among urban consumers. read more

During the July meeting of the Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed (SCoPAFF), Denmark notified other EU member states of its decision to revoke approval for 23 crop protection products. These products contain active substances classified as PFAS (per- and… read more

Export shipments of agricultural products from Vietnam to the European Union are facing delays due to problems related to certification procedures necessary to meet EU food safety standards. Since the beginning of this month, exports of fruits and vegetables, such as dragon fruit and chili, have been affected. read more

The 17th edition of the AMHPAC Convention will take place from August 27 to 29 in Cabo San Lucas, gathering over 400 participants from Mexico and different countries. This flagship event, organized by the Mexican Association of Protected Horticulture (AMHPAC), has been held for almost two decades. read more

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In Argelès-sur-Mer (in the Pyrénées-Orientales region), an innovative project is currently being carried out to reuse treated wastewater for agricultural purposes. This project is supported by the Albères-Côte Vermeille-Illibéris Community of Municipalities (CCACVI) and is the largest of its kind in France. read more