According to the organizers, these are just a few of the innovations at the 42nd edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector, which will take place from May 6th to 8th, 2025 at the Rimini Expo Centre. read more

The Barnards' plum plantation covers 7 hectares. "The plum was not bred to set records. It comes from a commercial tree with about 150 plums on it. I didn't make any special preparations to get it to grow so big," Dean Barnard is quoted as saying. read more

Sezon ziemniaków na Ukrainie był szczególnie trudny zarówno dla rolników, jak i przetwórców z powodu połączenia suszy i ekstremalnego upału. Na początku sezonu, obfite opady opóźniły idealny czas sadzenia aż do połowy lub końca maja, negatywnie wpływając zarówno na kiełkowanie, jak i jakość plonu. read more

Carrefour reported a 25% increase in turnover in its Paris-based convenience stores during the Olympic Games, with 'very good' performances reported in outlets located close to venues. read more

Costa Rica is expected to see a nearly 7% increase in exports by the end of the year, although the sector's growth is slowing down due to changes in global and domestic interest rates, as well as fluctuations in the dollar exchange rate. This deceleration is noticeable among businesses operating in the country. read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has expressed its intention to support Bangladesh's mango export efforts. This initiative is part of the 'One Country One Priority Product' (OCOP) program, which aims to improve production systems, reduce food loss, and promote more efficient… read more

Vietnam's agricultural, forestry, and fishery sectors have seen a 30% increase in exports to the EU. In light of the EU's proposed regulation to modify the Maximum Residue Level (MRL) for four pesticide active substances, Vietnam's agricultural sector is updating its practices to ensure compliance. read more

The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, in collaboration with the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), invites you to participate in the "Thai – Dutch Floriculture Forum 2024" on October 24th, 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. read more

HyFood cultivates specialty hydroponic peppers in Mexico. Valeria Guadiana Rodriguez from HyFood mentions that they do face competitors in the hot pepper market, but there is still a notable opportunity to explore, particularly in the realm of sustainably produced, top-notch hydroponic goods. "While others may be present in the market, we strive to lead the way in providing premium hydroponically grown products," says Valeria. read more

Koppert has a global network of trial fields with over 300 outdoor and protected crop farms across Europe, the UK, Africa, and the Americas to educate farmers on proper management of biological control strategies and integrated pest management for improved results. On demonstration farms, producers can observe firsthand the effectiveness of these methods. read more

This week, wholesale markets in Ukraine have reported a decrease in the wholesale prices of locally grown pears, as noted by analysts from the EastFruit project. Market participants attribute this price trend to the seasonal rise in the supply of these products, while demand remains stable. read more

Once August is over, during which the conditions for the Food Banks of Spain prevent them from handling highly perishable fresh fruit, Plátano de Canarias has resumed its

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Egypt as an international partner, Lazio as the leading Region, and potatoes as the symbolic product. These are just some of the highlights of the 42nd edition of Macfrut, the international fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable supply chain, which will take place from Tuesday 6 to Thursday 8. read more

Innovation, cooperation with developing countries, and trade reciprocity to reaffirm the role of agriculture in producing quality food and managing territories. These are some of the topics at the center of the G7 Agriculture meeting and the Expo "Divination" that will take place from. read more

On August 26, 2024, a preliminary injunction was issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia in Kansas v. U.S. Department of Labor. The order temporarily blocks the enforcement of the Department of Labor's Farmworker Protection Rule in 17 states and against certain parties. read more

Peru is poised to become a key player in global logistics with the upcoming opening of the port of Chancay, an infrastructure that is expected to greatly decrease shipping times and logistics expenses for exports from South America to Asia. Sayuri Sakihama Meléndez, deputy director of read more

Zainteresowanie daktylami nadal rośnie na całym świecie, a szczególnie duże zapotrzebowanie panuje na daktyle Medjool z Izraela. Yacov Hason, menedżer ds. marketingu firmy Erel Dates z Izraela, który właśnie wrócił z Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, mówi: "Eksportujemy do Europy, USA, Południowej Afryki oraz". read more

Ceny czosnku na Ukrainie wzrosły powyżej 2,2 EUR za kilogram, co czyni go jednym z najdroższych warzyw. Według Tetiany Popovych, kierowniczki działu marketingu na rynku rolnym "Shuvar" w Lwowie, kilka czynników przyczynia się do tego gwałtownego wzrostu. Czosnek jest uprawą wymagającą dużo pracy. read more

Jardines Urbanos, a Panamanian company with 20 years of experience in the agricultural sector, has decided to focus on the production and future export of pitahaya, according to General Manager Xavier Mora. The company, initially dedicated to producing grass for sports fields, is now shifting its focus. read more

At the Asia Fruit Logistica 2024, Tzone Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (Tzone) presented its USB and wireless temperature and humidity data loggers, garnering positive feedback from both new and returning customers. Mr. Liao, the director of Tzone, commented, "We participate in Asia Fruit Logistica." read more