W tym roku na Węgrzech spodziewany jest najniższy w ciągu ostatniej dekady plon gruszek, według danych z Krajowej Izby Rolniczej (NAK) i Węgierskiej Organizacji Handlu Warzywami i Owocami (FruitVeB). Kraj ten odnotował ciągły spadek obszaru uprawy gruszek i produkcji. read more

Banana bunchy top disease (BBTD) is a viral disease affecting bananas and plantains (Musa spp., collectively referred to as bananas) caused by the banana bunchy top virus (BBTV) (Kumar et al., 2015; Qazi, 2016; Thomas, 2018). BBTD is considered one of the top 100 invasive species globally (Global Invasive Species Database). read more

In Lahore, the Punjab Minister for Agriculture and Livestock, Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani, announced the development of a state-of-the-art vegetable market in Ravi City, expected to be one of the best in Asia. Emphasizing the strategic planning of access routes, Kirmani highlighted the improvements. read more

W tym roku austriacki zbór kiwi zaczął się w drugim tygodniu sierpnia, wcześniej niż kiedykolwiek wcześniej. "Ze względu na późne przymrozki i następujące po nich upały, określiłbym sezon jako przeciętny. W porównaniu do normalnego roku zbiorów, tegoroczne plony są około 30 procent niższe" - powiedział. read more

W Kenii sektor lotniczy doświadczył znacznego zakłócenia, gdy setki pracowników na lotnisku międzynarodowym Jomo Kenyatta (JKIA) wszczęły strajk. Akcja ta była odpowiedzią na plany prywatyzacji rządu jedności narodowej, wpływając na ruch pasażerów i ładunków. read more

In August 2024, orange prices in the EU were €80.21 per 100 kg, representing a 1.53% increase from July 2024. In Spain, the prices were €90.94 per 100 kg, which is 2.51% higher than the five-year average. For more detailed information, you can access the full data sheet by clicking here. Source: Agriculture.ec.europa.eu read more

The season with the highest demand for pumpkins is beginning, and expectations are looking good for this vegetable, as its consumption trend continues to rise. The cultivated area has increased by 18%. Production has been partially affected by weather factors, such as the lack of rainfall or high temperatures. read more

Ocean spot rates from Asia to North Europe and the Mediterranean have experienced another decline last week, now sitting more than 20% below the peak levels seen in July. This suggests a possible early conclusion to the peak season. Anticipation of longer transit times resulting from diversions in the Red Sea and delays at... read more

Once again this year, in October, the well-known spring "floral carpet" of the Dandenongs will make a comeback as the Tecoma Centenary Committee commemorates the 100-year anniversary of the naming of Tecoma. Scheduled for October 11th, preparations are in full swing as the group gears up to recreate it. read more

Katch Kan Agro (KKA), an agricultural division of Katch Kan Holdings Ltd. based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, has announced its new consulting services for farmers and growers in open ground, greenhouses, and indoor cultivation facilities. KKA offers services in sustainable crop production. read more

The planting and cultivation of the latest proprietary table grape varieties in China and India have been a challenging issue for leading global breeders for years. They were uncertain about how to protect their Intellectual Property (IP) rights. However, in recent years, Grapa Varieties has made significant progress in this area... read more

Latvia's Minister of Agriculture, Armands Krauze, has announced that the VAT rate on fresh local fruits and vegetables will remain at 12%. In a recent interview with Latvian television, Krauze confirmed his support for maintaining the reduced rate and stated that he will continue to advocate for its continuation. read more

Pomimo utrzymującego się wzrostu, produkcja bananów w Dominikanie napotyka znaczące wyzwania na rynku międzynarodowym, zwłaszcza w Europie. Pozwoliło to innym krajom producenckim, takim jak Ekwador, Peru, Kolumbia i Kosztaryka, zyskać przewagę. Według raportu z read more

Taiwan has acknowledged that China has lifted its import restrictions on pomelos, which is a significant development as the fruit is closely associated with the Mid-Autumn Festival. However, President William Lai expressed concerns during the Democratic Progressive Party's meeting, pointing out the selective nature of this decision. read more

Horticulture New Zealand (HortNZ) has expressed its support for the government's decision to pause the implementation of the freshwater farm plan. Michelle Sands, the acting chief executive of HortNZ, said, "We concur with the Government that we require a system for freshwater farm management that is fit for purpose." read more

Amazon is in South Africa for the long run, says marketplace head. U.S. e-commerce giant Amazon.com is in South Africa for the long run, according to its regional marketplace head, following its initial entry into Sub-Saharan Africa four months ago. In other news: Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart have breached India. read more

The General Court of the European Union has upheld the protection of the Nadorcott mandarin variety, which has been owned by the King of Morocco since 2004. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) rejected the appeal filed by the Eurosemillas company, which sought to invalidate this protection. read more

W Zimbabwe, dążenie do wykorzystania rosnącego globalnego popytu na borówki spotyka się z przeszkodami finansowymi, o czym świadczy samofinansujący się rolnik Willard Zireva. Te wyzwania obejmują wyraźny brak finansowania oraz minimalne wsparcie ze strony rządu. Mimo to. read more

In Gombe State, Nigeria, tomato and pepper farmers, as well as traders in the Bula community in Akko Local Government area, are currently facing a significant drop in the market prices of their products. Over the course of two weeks, the price of a large basket of tomatoes has decreased drastically. read more

Greek Pristine® grapes will be exported to Qatar this year, with the harvest commencing at the end of September, and the first substantial quantities being harvested at the beginning of October. Mr. Yorgos Papadopoulos, the head of the Macedonian Vineyards Producers' Group in Kilkis, Greece, is overseeing this process. read more