Las exportaciones españolas de frutas y verduras frescas aumentaron tanto en volumen como en valor durante los primeros siete meses del año, según los datos más recientes del Departamento de Aduanas e Impuestos Especiales, procesados por Fepex. read more

Hort Innovation has launched a program for Australia's berry and table grape growers aimed at increasing productivity through innovative technology focused on labor, including virtual reality training for pickers, motion-detecting wearables for performance evaluation, and real-time quality assessment. read more

The Australian federal government has announced that it will launch two new programs as part of the A$519.1 million second phase of the Future Drought Fund. These programs aim to provide growers with more opportunities to prepare for drought. read more

National Banana Day is celebrated on September 22nd, showcasing Brazil's most consumed fruit worldwide. São Paulo plays a significant role in this, accounting for over 25% of the country's production, which amounts to one million tons from 52 thousand hectares. The Ribeira Valley is particularly notable in this regard. read more

During an international training workshop on kiwifruit production in Sichuan, agricultural experts from Pakistan highlighted their country's potential to enter the global kiwifruit market by collaborating with China. A formal agreement was established between the Sichuan Provincial Academy of Agriculture. read more

Laura Bettazzoli, Marketing Director of Bonduelle Italy (pictured above), explains to IFN the characteristics that make the Bonduelle Group unique in our country compared to abroad, starting from an aspect that distinguishes Bonduelle from its competitors in the national market. read more

The apple campaign is proceeding with volumes that fully meet the demand: increasing quantities of Royal Gala are coming in, alongside the mountain-branded product. There is a growing demand for pumpkins: the sale of Butternut has also begun, complementing the Moscata di Provenza. read more

Rządy Kanady i Ontario inwestują dodatkowe 3,5 miliona dolarów w Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) w celu wsparcia rozwoju i przyjęcia nowych technologii dla rolników, przetwórców żywności i przedsiębiorstw rolniczych, które zwiększą ich konkurencyjność i wzrost.

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing an additional $3.5 million in the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) to support the development and adoption of new technologies for farmers, food processors, and agri-businesses that will enhance their competitiveness and growth. read more

The pumpkin sector in Italy is facing a season with an expected lower production than in 2023, but it continues to maintain its success thanks to the nutritional properties and culinary versatility of the product. The consumption of pumpkins is also growing. read more

Wilson's Country agronomist, Stuart Meredith, has reported that the main crop potato harvest for 2024 has started. Meredith mentioned that despite a cold and late spring that delayed the emergence of the crops, the year has been beneficial for potato cultivation due to well-timed moderate rainfall. The main crop was planted early. read more

The Indian agriculture sector is undergoing a revolution with the introduction of nano urea and the utilization of agricultural drones. The government has been encouraging farmers to embrace the latest technology in their fields and is providing subsidies for drones, according to the Union Minister for Food and Renewable Energy. read more

Auction of production lines for washing, drying, and packaging leafy greens, organized by Cultiva in Taglio di Po (Italy), is currently taking place on Industrial Auctions' platform. The auction features washing and drying lines, which include a Naddeo weighing hopper, shaker, mesh belts, and a Food read more

In line with the 2024 Chinese Farmers' Harvest Festival, JD.com has launched its Agricultural Specialties Shopping Festival in Beijing on September 19. The event, now in its third year, features 107 categories of agricultural products from over 2,000 production areas across China, supported by read more

Z powodu przedłużającej się suchej pogody, tegoroczna żniwa cytryn doświadczyły opóźnienia, jednak całkowita produkcja pozostała w przewidywanym zakresie. W tym miesiącu firma Xuewang Lemon zaprezentowała swój nowy wizerunek marki na targach Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, przyciągając zainteresowanie licznych potencjalnych klientów. read more

WEC Lines, a Dutch shipping liner and owner, has opened its new office in Nantes. The new office is located at 16 Quai Ernest Renaud, 44105 Nantes, France, right in the center of the city, overlooking the Loire River. This location enhances its ability to oversee all operational matters. read more

Vantage Capital, a mezzanine fund manager based in Africa, has finalized a €14 million mezzanine investment in Société de Production Maraîchère Samir S.A. (SPMS). This investment is intended to support the company's investment program. SPMS was founded by Moroccan agronomists Mr. Samir. read more

ASAJA Alicante believes that the Denomination of Origin Granada Mollar de Elche has been overly alarmist in reporting the damage caused by South African thrips to the crops. ASAJA Alicante wants to emphasize that only the appearance of the fruit was affected and not all the fruit was damaged. read more

Na Scott Farms w Ameryce Północnej trwa pełne przygotowań żniwa słodkich ziemniaków. "Nasza farma rozpoczęła zbieranie w tygodniu 36. Obecnie całkowicie skupiamy się na marketingu związany z Dniem Dziękczynienia. Pierwsze kontenery na eksport nie zostaną wysłane w morze aż do tygodnia 45. Zbiory idą dość dobrze. Po... read more

Climate change has become a prominent topic in agricultural news, especially in countries such as Egypt. Situated in North Africa, Egypt is one of the most susceptible regions in the world to climate change. The area has been experiencing persistent drought for several years, as indicated by satellite images. read more

Over 230 chestnut growers gathered in Melivia and Agia, in the region of Thessaloniki, Greece, from September 12th to 15th for the 14th edition of the Chestnut Technical Days promoted by Eurocastanea, the European network that promotes and defends the interests of European chestnut growers. read more