An exclusively vegan and vegetarian offer is available at the new Rewe Fully Plant-Based store, a concept store that the Rewe Group (owner of the Penny brand, also present in Italy) is experimenting with in Berlin, located on Warschauer Brücke in the Friedrichshain district. read more

Scabiosa Virtuoso® Saura, developed by breeding company HilverdaFlorist, is now available at grower Marginpar. After signing an exclusive licensing agreement in July last year, the first flowers will soon be harvested from Marginpar's fields in Kenya. From this moment on, the colorful read more

As the dry season nears its end, the Panama Canal is adjusting to the climate conditions. In accordance with the current and forecasted water levels of Gatun Lake, and as a result of the Operational Water Strategy (OWS) implemented by the Panama Canal, additional slots that were announced earlier this month are now... read more

W firmie McCain Foods w Wielkiej Brytanii, spółce zależnej kanadyjskiego konglomeratu, odnotowano wzrost przychodów do 712,5 miliona funtów za rok podatkowy kończący się 30 czerwca 2023 r., w porównaniu do 596,3 miliona funtów w poprzednim roku. Firma z siedzibą w North Yorkshire zanotowała również wzrost zysków przed opodatkowaniem do 77,5 miliona funtów z 72,5 miliona funtów. read more

After exiting the EU, the UK implemented its own tariff system for imports. The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff for cut flowers classified under heading 0603 was established at 8% for fresh flowers and 10% for flowers and branches/decorations that are not fresh. However, in reality, many countries were exempted from paying import duties due to various trade agreements. read more

Scabiosa Virtuoso® Saura, developed by breeding company HilverdaFlorist, is now available at grower Marginpar. After signing an exclusive licensing agreement in July last year, the first flowers will soon be harvested from Marginpar's fields in Kenya. From this moment on, the colorful Scabiosa Virtuoso® Saura will be in full bloom and ready for distribution. read more

Maasoever, in the Netherlands, could not have wished for better weather, and the enthusiasm for this vegetable processor's open day was overwhelming. "We welcomed between 1,100 and 1,200 visitors, giving them an interactive tour. They got a clear picture of how our (organic) vegetables are grown,… read more

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Mexico/Texas Rio Grande Valley: David DeBerry from Southwest Onion Growers in McAllen, TX, reported on April 10th that business is thriving in both growing regions. "We are experiencing strong sales for both Mexican and the new Texas onions," David stated. "Total crossings from Mexico have increased slightly recently, leading to an uptick in demand." read more

Rozpoczynając od 1 sierpnia 2024 r., Rosja nałoży cło eksportowe na orzechy piniowe w skorupkach. Ta decyzja ma na celu zwiększenie eksportu wysoko przetworzonych produktów o wysokiej wartości dodanej w kraju. Według Federalnej Państwowej Instytucji Budżetowej "Agroeksport", orzechy piniowe w skorupkach stanowiły 79,9% read more

WinField United South Africa has announced the appointment of AJ Griesel as the Managing Director for InteliGro Crop Solutions. He will begin his role on June 1, 2024. Previously, Griesel served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the South African Table Grape Industry and is experienced in operational management. read more

The NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) has released the inaugural edition of the Citrus Microbial Food Safety Best Practice Guide. Dr. Sukhvinder Pal (SP) Singh, Senior Research Scientist in Food Safety and Traceability at NSW DPI, stated that the guide offers specific, hands-on advice. read more

The director of the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA), Derek Sandison, signed an agreement with Vietnam's Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Hoang Trung, on Monday, April 8 in Vietnam. The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signifies an agreement between Vietnam and Washington State. read more

With the video mini-series titled "Pomodoro Industry Focus: BASF Innovation for an Excellent Supply Chain," BASF presents its integrated offering for industrial tomatoes, one of the most important horticultural crops in Italy. A complete range of products and services for read more

From a small fair for fruit machines to a real miracle. This is how the president of Macfrut, Renzo Piraccini, described the growth path of the fair during the presentation of the 41st edition, held yesterday in Rome at the Ice Agency, in the presence of Francesco Lollobrigida. read more

Argedava Novaci Agricultural Cooperative, located near Bucharest, Romania, with 800 hectares of farmland, is planning to invest EUR 8 million in an onion storage and conditioning facility. This project is intended to take advantage of the price variations between periods of overproduction and spring, when... read more

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Mexico/Texas Rio Grande Valley: David DeBerry from Southwest Onion Growers in McAllen, TX, reported on April 10 that business is thriving in both growing regions. According to David, "Movement is very good on both Mexican and the new Texas onions." He also mentioned that "Total Mexico crossings spiked up a bit for about a." read more

A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S is challenging the selection process carried out by South Africa's Transnet for a partnership aimed at improving the largest container port in sub-Saharan Africa. The dispute arose after International Container Terminal Services was selected to acquire a substantial stake in Durban's port. read more

Upon exiting the EU, the UK implemented its tariff system for imports. The most favored nation (MFN) tariff for cut flowers classified under heading 0603 was established at 8% for fresh flowers and 10% for flowers and branches/decorations that are not fresh. However, in reality, the majority of sources were exempted from paying import duties due to different trade agreements. read more

In 2023, Morocco showed a strong growth in its export revenue in the fresh vegetable sector, despite a decrease in the physical volume of exports. According to EastFruit's analysis, vegetable exports generated nearly $1.6 billion for the country, marking a 12% increase from the previous year. read more

We live in an era of permanent crisis, a permacrisis that manifests itself on various fronts: from ecological transition to welfare, from financial polarization to increasing inequality. These are complex and interconnected challenges that test brands and require a constantly evolving vision. read more