Dean and Deon Barnard, farmers in South Africa, have achieved a global milestone by growing a plum weighing 464.15 g (16.3 oz), surpassing the previous record by 109.78 g (3.8 oz). This record-breaking fruit, harvested from their Oppie Plaas Boerdery, emerged from a commercial farming operation. read more

This water may still contain chemicals and pathogens. These must not harm humans, plants, and animals. The RIVM, in collaboration with WUR (Wageningen University & Research) and NVWA (Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority), has conducted studies to assess the quality of this water. read more

This price and volume dynamics result from a lower avocado supply during the quarter, which was attributed to a combination of weather impacts on fruit development and production in Peru and harvest interruptions in Mexico, the company explained. read more

"When the harvest of a potato variety fails partially or completely in a difficult year, it hurts me deeply," explains organic potato farmer Heinz Höneisen in Andelfingen, Zurich. And climate change is ensuring that in agriculture, there is almost only" read more

Kiwifruit marketer Zespri and its shipping partner ANL – a part of CMA CGM – have initiated a feasibility study to explore the potential for a low-emissions corridor between New Zealand and Belgium. read more

Rachel Depree, Executive Officer Sustainability at Zespri, says that shipping plays a crucial role in New Zealand's export-oriented economy, as it transports 99% of the country's trade volume and about 80% of its value. "Low-emission shipping is read more

Rachel Depree, Executive Officer Sustainability at Zespri, says that shipping plays a crucial role in New Zealand's export-oriented economy, as it transports 99% of New Zealand's trade volume and around 80% of its value. "Low-emission shipping is" read more

Australia and Vietnam have aimed to boost trade between the two countries through a new bilateral agricultural agreement that allows for the export of Australian plums to Vietnam and Vietnamese passionfruit to Australia. read more

Over 750 major fruit and vegetable companies from over 40 countries and regions participated in the 17th Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) in Hong Kong on 4-6 September. Among them, Joy Wing Mau, China's top fruit company, was awarded Importer of the Year at the 2024 Asia Fruit Awards. read more

South Korea has recently experienced a significant rise in summer temperatures, with a recent report suggesting a move towards a tropical climate. This change is projected to have a significant effect on the country's agricultural industry, introducing the concept of "heatflation," which refers to... read more

Po intensywnym sezonie eksportu kalifornijskich pomarańczy, istnieje optymizm co do tego, że nadchodzący sezon będzie lepszy. "Rynek w okresie przejścia od pomarańczy Valencia do pomarańczy Navel był szczególnie napięty w tym sezonie z powodu warunków pogodowych. Było dużo upałów, które uszkodziły niektóre plony i... read more

New Zealand Associate Transport Minister Matt Doocey recently hosted an event to support the launch of a feasibility study for establishing a low-emission shipping route between Tauranga and Zeebrugge in Belgium, via the Panama Canal. The study was commissioned by Zespri and is a key initiative for promoting sustainable shipping practices. read more

The new pest and disease interceptions recorded by the European Union in August confirm that South Africa has a serious problem with citrus black spot (Phyllosticta citricarpa). The South African country accumulated eight more cases during the last month. read more

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM), a global container liner shipping company, announced today that it has entered into a new long-term operational cooperation with Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) on the Asia - US East Coast and Asia - US Gulf trades. The new services are. read more

The vegetable harvest is currently in full swing in Marchfeld, the vegetable garden of Lower Austria. "We have been harvesting onions for the fresh market for a few weeks now. The quality is good this year. We are also beginning the carrot harvest, which we sell both conventionally." read more

Alicia Silverstone raised concerns after posting a video of herself eating an unidentified berry from a garden in the UK. Fans quickly identified the fruit as a Jerusalem cherry, a mildly poisonous berry from the Nightshade family. After alarming viewers, the actress reassured everyone with a. read more

Rząd zobowiązał się do przeznaczenia 300 000 dolarów na przestrzeni trzech lat na inicjatywę Women in Horticulture. W komunikacie prasowym zastępczyni ministra rolnictwa, Nicolii Grigg, powiedziano: "Rząd umożliwia kobietom w branży ogrodniczej poprzez finansowanie inicjatywy, która będzie wspierać nawiązywanie kontaktów i"

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Under the Transforming Tanzania's Vegetable Markets initiative, an estimated 8,450 Tanzanian farmers, 60% of whom are youth, are expected to experience a substantial increase in their economic prospects. This initiative, led by East-West Seed Knowledge Transfer (EWS-KT) as part of the Kilimo Tija… read more

Globalmex International, Inc., marketing under the Magic Sun brand, is proud to announce the successful launch of its high-tech hydroponic greenhouse-grown Roma tomatoes in Central Mexico. "This innovative approach to growing Roma tomatoes, typically cultivated in fields, sets a new standard for quality and sustainability. read more

Farmers in Badghis, Afghanistan, are experiencing significant losses caused by worm infestations in their melon crops. The problem, worsened by economic difficulties, has made it difficult for farmers to buy the required fertilizers and insecticides to safeguard their fields, putting their crops at risk. read more