The volume "Made in Immigritaly. Lands, Crops, Cultures" was presented at the Cnel, in the presence of government and parliament representatives, researchers, and trade unionists. It is the first report on immigrant workers in the Italian agri-food sector. Commissioned by Fai-Cisl, the research is... read more

"Calla is definitely not an easy flower to grow, it requires passion, knowledge, and patience. In China, many growers want to get immediate profits by investing minimum efforts or knowledge, but this approach doesn't work with callas," says Shurui Zhang of Kunming Caima Horticulture Co., Ltd (KCH). He and his team understand the dedication needed to successfully cultivate these delicate flowers. read more

In response to alarming reports suggesting that potatoes may be reclassified as grains in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs), Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) and Congressman Mike Simpson (R-Idaho), both members of the House Agriculture Committee, are spearheading a bipartisan effort to voice their opposition. read more

SunCandy™ Citrus and Breakfast Club of Canada are entering their second year of partnership aimed at making healthy snacking enjoyable for people of all ages. Specially marked bags of SunCandy citrus, now available in stores, signify a continued dedication to promoting and encouraging healthy eating habits for children. read more

On April 11, the UK government announced the temporary removal of export tariffs for cut flowers. This move aims to facilitate and reduce the cost of trade with the UK for growers in East Africa and other regions. As a result, unlimited quantities of flowers can now be exported to the UK with a 0% tariff, regardless of their origin. read more

On April 11, the UK government announced that it has temporarily removed export tariffs for cut flowers, with the aim of making trade with the UK easier and cheaper for growers in East Africa and beyond. Unlimited quantities of flowers can now be exported to the UK at a 0% tariff, even if they were not grown in the UK. read more

LettUs Grow, a supplier of aeroponic technology, has partnered with Innovative Growers Equipment (IGE), specialists in greenhouse equipment manufacturing, to introduce ultrasonic aeroponics to greenhouse growers across the USA and Canada. "We are thrilled to join forces with IGE to bring our expertise in aeroponic technology to greenhouse growers in North America," said LettUs Grow's spokesperson. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries, a world-renowned company in plant breeding, is showcasing heat- and humidity-resistant varieties with the launch of its new Echinacea Princess™ 'Bride' and the high-performing Heuchera Forever® 'Midnight' variety. Echinacea Princess 'Bride' is characterized by white, daisy-like flowers. read more

13,825 workers hired abroad have arrived in the province of Huelva since January 19, 2024, to participate in the strawberry and berry campaign. Among them, there are 339 workers from Honduras, 62 from Ecuador, 508 from Colombia, and 12,916 from Morocco, with the latter group exclusively comprising women. read more

Sakata EMEA's head office in Marslev, Denmark is installing LED lights in their greenhouses. This innovative initiative, made possible with the support of the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, represents a significant step towards energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. By replacing... read more

The Dutch chrysanthemum sector is strongly present at the Flora Expo, happening from April 10 to 12 in Astana, Kazakhstan. Multiple chrysanthemum breeders and growers will display their variety of flowers. They are collaborating on a collective campaign called 'Just Chrysanthemum For the Win' along with Flower. read more

Panama has announced the development of a "dry canal" to facilitate cargo movement between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, in response to diminished water levels in its traditional maritime canal. The initiative, known as the Multimodal Dry Canal project, aims to make use of existing infrastructure. read more

The onion harvest in New Zealand's North Island was completed at the end of March, and the South Island is expected to finish before the end of April. Simon Vale from Balle Bros stated, "We have experienced favorable weather across all regions of New Zealand. We have had plenty of sunshine, occasional rain." read more

"Since the past 6-8 years, technological advancements and innovation have been revolutionizing flower cultivation in Mexico. Over the last 4 years, this transformation process has been accelerated," says Iker Larreategui Zaldua from Ulma Agrícola, an agricultural solutions company. According to Ulma Agrícola, read more

Andaluśscy producenci cytrusów martwią się o wpływ importu pomarańczy z Egiptu. Konflikt między Izraelem a Gazą sprawił, że sytuacja się pogorszyła, ponieważ egipskie eksporty - które tradycyjnie były przeznaczone dla Chin, Turcji lub krajów arabskich - są teraz kierowane na rynki Unii Europejskiej. read more

Nations, where vitamin A deficiency is a prevalent issue. The researchers' success in cultivating high-beta-carotene eggplants under artificial lighting offers a promising solution to address malnutrition in these regions. read more

This week, Starflor organized a Meet & Greet event for buyers and growers at the Aalsmeer auction in the Netherlands. At the event, the company presented the variety of products from its partner producers. Starflor, which offers sales and distribution services for its global growers, showcased a diverse and distinctive range of products. read more

AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., a global leader in post-harvest solutions for fresh produce, has announced that regulatory authorities in Japan have approved the use of 1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), the active ingredient in SmartFresh, for broccoli and other important crops exported to Japan. This approval allows for the use of 1-MCP to help extend the shelf life and quality of these produce items during export. read more

Yesterday, BASF | Nunhems officially opened the Tomato Experience Center in the municipality of Kwintsheul, near The Hague. This greenhouse, showcasing over 150 varieties resistant to ToBRFV, is complemented by modern facilities for hosting meetings and presentations. read more

Chilean cherries have gained popularity worldwide, but exports are also increasing for other types of fruits. Macfrut has evolved into a highly international event, and major Chilean companies consider it essential to participate in the exhibition in Rimini, Italy (8-10 May). Felipe Repetto, from the read more