The Egyptian orange season is coming to a premature end as the few remaining packing stations close their last shipments. It has been a season of many twists and turns, marked by a reduced supply, a spectacular rise in prices, and the persistent crisis in the Red Sea, all this as the. read more

The 9th International Rose Research and Cultivation Symposium started on May 10th in Mentougou District of Beijing. This is the first time that China has hosted the symposium in its 40-year history. One of the prominent participants, JD Flowers—the floral division of JD.com—captured the spotlight by read more

It's still cold outside, but let's hope that these frosts are finally over, because enough is enough. There are places in Poland where the plantations are very heavily damaged, and sometimes the season is already over and there will be nothing to harvest. read more

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Vietnam's flower export industry has officially surpassed US$100 million in turnover, marking a significant milestone for one of the country's fastest-growing agricultural sectors, announced Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Hoang Trung. This achievement was highlighted during the opening of the VNUA Flower and Agricultural Fair. read more

Marks & Spencer (M&S) has expanded its partnership with Gilfresh Produce, located in County Armagh, to provide Irish parsnips to M&S stores across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. This expansion showcases M&S's ongoing commitment to supporting local farming practices. Gilfresh. read more

With the U.S. planning to implement a tariff on imported Mexican tomatoes starting in mid-July, Mexican growers are ramping up their efforts to oppose the measure, highlighting the potential negative impact on both countries. This action has brought together Mexican producers, U.S. partners, and President Claudia Sheinbaum's administration. read more

Świeżo ścięte kwiaty nie czekają. Ich wartość maleje z każdą straconą godziną spowodowaną niewłaściwą obsługą, zatorami celno-taryfowymi lub niedokładnymi warunkami transportu chłodniczego. Dlatego transport lotniczy pozostaje nie tylko istotny, ale niezastąpiony w globalnej gospodarce kwiatami. Chociaż handel kwiatami może przywoływać obrazy romansu. read more

The story of the rose is one of beauty, evolution, and mystery. Researchers in China have made a groundbreaking discovery that traces the modern red rose back to a 30-million-year-old yellow ancestor. This finding sheds light on the evolutionary journey of one of the world's most beloved flowers. read more

Vincent Schoen from Freshlink has pointed out that the current fruit trade market is encountering challenges. This De Meern-based importer unexpectedly found a new market for South African Williams pears this year and is now getting ready for the upcoming South African citrus season. read more

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) has announced the completion of Phase 1 of the Helskie Quay upgrade at its Baltic Container Terminal (BCT) in Gdynia, Poland. This project, carried out in coordination with the Port of Gdynia Authority, is part of a two-phase initiative. read more

Yesterday, the Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida visited the Eleuteri farm in Monte Urano (Fermo), in the heart of the Marche fruit district. Welcoming the minister was Marco Eleuteri, the owner of the company that has transformed the flat peach Saturnia into a read more

The zbiorów moreli rozpoczęła się w południowych Włoszech, w regionach Basilicata, konkretnie w okolicach Pisticci i Metapont w prowincji Matera, oraz w prowincji Foggia w Apulii, które wyłaniają się jako kluczowe strefy produkcji. W miarę nadejścia wczesnego lata, lokalne sady zaczynają dostarczać swoich pierwszych moreli. read more

The new potato season in Spain is currently halfway through and has been characterized by abundant rainfall, in contrast to the drought experienced in 2024. There are six weeks left for harvesting, with crops from Murcia, Valencia, and Seville being harvested. read more

An Australian mango variety cultivated in Vietnam has experienced an 80% price drop this year, posing financial challenges for farmers. Vo Xuan Hien, a mango farmer in Khanh Hoa province, reports leaving ripe mangoes unharvested as prices have fallen to $0.20–$0.30 per kilogram from $1.20 last year. read more

The Swedish restaurant chain Holy Greens has furthered its dedication to using locally sourced ingredients by entering into a new partnership with Odlarlaget, a prominent Swedish producer organization specializing in greenhouse-grown vegetables. This partnership ensures a steady supply of Swedish-grown tomatoes from Elleholms. read more

"In this business, you must review your plans every month. Production is subject to unpredictable and extreme weather conditions. Rainy seasons can severely damage plantations, and cold seasons can decrease yield," stated Sandra Monroy, CEO of Fruta Deli. This familiarity with inclement weather. read more

Ask an AI chatbot to describe a farm of the future, and it will probably come up with something like this: In a windowless building on the edge of town, thousands of vegetables, herbs, mushrooms, and berries are grown in self-contained units that transport themselves around a precision-controlled environment. read more

With the arrival of early summer, the harvesting season for one of Europe's most popular stone fruits begins in Southern Italy: the apricot. The Basilicata region - especially the cultivation areas around Pisticci and Metaponto (Province of Matera) - is among the most important production locations. read more

With the arrival of early summer, the harvesting season for one of Europe's most popular stone fruits begins in Southern Italy: the apricot. The Basilicata region - particularly the growing areas around Pisticci and Metapontum (Province of Matera) - is one of the most important production locations. read more