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The 2026/27 New Zealand kiwifruit season has started well, with the industry making good progress with harvest, supporting a fast start with another large crop of around 220 million trays to sell. "We released our initial guidance in March, which reflects positive demand for our fruit, with." read more

In Morocco's Souss-Massa region, migrant workers from sub-Saharan Africa are increasingly being hired in greenhouse horticulture, which helps in boosting fruit and vegetable production for export markets in Europe and West Africa. In the Chtouka plains alone, around 24,000 hectares are dedicated to greenhouse production. read more

South Africa's citrus industry is forecasting exports of up to 215 million cartons for the current season, compared to 203.4 million cartons in 2025, as reported by Citrus Growers' Association CEO Dr. Boitshoko Ntshabele. The increased projection is mainly due to exceptional growing conditions and new initiatives. read more

The Association of Avocado Producers, Packers, and Exporters of Mexico (APEAM) has formalized a Zero Deforestation Agreement with the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) and the Federal Attorney's Office for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA). This agreement aims to read more

In the extensive report with which Marco Salvi, president of Fruitimprese, opened the proceedings of the 77th annual assembly of the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Enterprises - in the presence of Minister Hon. Francesco Lollobrigida, representatives of professional organizations, and trade unions. read more

Africa's increasing involvement in the global trade of perishable goods is being hindered by logistical challenges, as a lack of refrigerated containers along with disruptions in global shipping are squeezing supply chains. Ocean Network Express reports that the continent is experiencing a growing "reefer gap" due to these factors. read more

Australian fruit and vegetable growers are losing up to one million tons of produce annually that does not reach the market, with an estimated value of US$1.6 billion (A$2.5 billion) per year. Data indicates that Australian horticulture records average food loss rates of around 20 per cent per year. read more

The tomato is a prominent supplier of all kinds of tomato products, says Emel Esin Keskin, owner of Turkish fresh produce exporter Esin Tarim: "As is known in the sector, Turkey is one of the world's leading tomato producers with an annual production of approximately 14 million tons. Tomatoes are..." read more

Nighttime frosts recorded on several days over the past week have caused damage to orchards in multiple regions, according to the agrometeorological analysis released by HungaroMet Zrt. on Thursday. The weather conditions have mostly been dry. In most parts of the country, precipitation over the past week was... read more

Getting up at 3 a.m. to walk 30-40 km to the nearby wholesale market or mandi, then negotiating with 12-13 traders for just one type of fruit, followed by sorting, loading, and transporting it back to open the shop by 8 a.m., that's the relentless daily routine for most of Delhi's local fruit retailers. read more

Dutch chrysanthemum producers have reported a successful participation in Flora Expo Astana 2026, Kazakhstan's leading flower trade fair. Breeders and grower groups were well represented at the event, underscoring the sector's focus on Eastern Europe, parts of Asia, and the Middle East as key markets. read more

Despite unfavorable weather conditions that have affected crop yields in various regions of Italy, the Calabrian farm Torre di Mezzo, which is part of the Agrinsieme producer organization, is achieving exceptional quality asparagus and demonstrating significant operational resilience. Nonetheless, there are still some critical issues. read more

Twenty years ago, Kees Schouten started importing early potatoes from Malta. "At that time, Malta had recently become a free country after many years under communism. I had to travel there to inspect potatoes for the disputes committee, and that's how I got in touch with the suppliers," Kees said. read more

The Spanish summer fruit season has started in the earliest areas with overall positive outlook. By mid-April, the marketing of the first stone fruits has just begun in Murcia, while encouraging signals are also coming from Aragon for the cherry campaign. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has introduced its latest echinacea, Echinacea Revelation 'Monarch'. This new variety attracts pollinators and enhances landscapes with its large peach-orange blooms. Echinacea Revelation 'Monarch' stands out in the garden just like its sister variety. read more

The current pineapple market is marked by a complex combination of geopolitical tensions and global logistical challenges. The conflict in the Middle East is emerging as the key factor, leading to a significant slowdown in container circulation and a widespread rise in operating costs. Despite this, the demand for pineapples remains steady. read more

W Heze, peonies nie są tylko podziwiane w ogrodach. Są również parzone do herbaty, wykorzystywane do produkcji olejów, a nawet służą jako dobra konsumenckie oraz produkty zdrowotne. Obiad ukazał dumę Heze z jego peonii i odpowiedział na moje pytanie: tutaj kwiat nie jest tylko ucztem dla. read more

AMFresh, through its varietal innovation platform Genesis Fresh, introduces Onix™ to South African consumers for the first time in collaboration with the Shoprite Group. The fruit is now being offered in a range of Checkers supermarkets located in the Gauteng and Western Cape provinces. read more

W ciągu najbliższych tygodni ulice Biszkeku w Kirgistanie zaczną się widocznie zmieniać, gdy miasto przygotowuje się do jednego z najbardziej kolorowych pór roku. Usługi miejskie rozpoczęły masowe sadzenie rocznych kwiatów, które ozdobią stolicę przez całe lato. Według prasy read more

British Flowers Week 2026, which was established in 2013, aligns with the United Nations' International Year of the Woman Farmer. In the UK, entrepreneurial women are leading the way in the flower growing industry, with strong representation throughout the country. This year, Flowers from the Farm has released new. read more