Georgia has a rich agricultural history in fresh produce thanks to factors such as a favorable climate and a long growing season. During periods when fresh produce cannot be actively grown and harvested, growers could benefit from diversifying their income streams through value-added markets. read more

Despite the significant growth in the fresh convenience sector, frozen fruits and vegetables remain highly popular in the DACH region. Switzerland, in particular, has a strong preference for frozen food, not only in retail but also in the gastronomy sector. This has helped to strengthen the regional market. read more

SanLucar has been a service partner of VfB Stuttgart since the current Bundesliga season. The fresh produce brand is now expanding its collaboration in professional sports with partnerships as a Freshness Partner of the Berlin Ladies Open and Boss Open in Stuttgart, which will take place in June. read more

The Mexican Association of Protected Horticulture (AMHPAC) has reported that the area of protected agriculture planted in Mexico reached 47,252 hectares in 2021, marking a 1.8% increase compared to the previous year. Various cultivation methods within this sector allow for controlled... read more

McDonald's has brought back its sweet potato-flavored ice cream in Singapore, which was initially introduced in Hong Kong in 2016. This distinctive dessert is part of a limited-time menu and includes the chain's traditional soft-serve ice cream combined with the unique taste of purple sweet potatoes, famous for their vibrant violet color. read more

The exclusive Breva fig campaign will start in just a few weeks. "Breva figs are the equivalent of extra-early fruit in other species. In Spain, the main production area is Alicante, although there is also significant production in Extremadura," says Francisco Balas from Higos Fiki. read more

This week, HortiAsia 2024 started at BITEC in Bangkok, Thailand. Along with horticultural suppliers, numerous flower companies are showcasing their products to the Thai market and international visitors. Among the key figures present are Kuno Jacobs from Nova Exhibitions and Mirjam Boekestein from Dutch Greenhouse Delta. read more

Collaboration focused on taste, fun, and health between Euro Company and Mirabilandia. Until October, Semplicemente Frutta, the brand dedicated to dried fruit without added sugars, offers the opportunity to visit the largest amusement park in Italy at a discounted price. read more

BASF | Nunhems brought together last Thursday, May 16, around a hundred professionals from the lettuce production and marketing sector in a meeting titled 'The best solution for the read more

The Ukrainian market is currently experiencing a significant increase in the price of garden strawberries, as reported by analysts from EastFruit. Unusually cool weather in the main strawberry-growing areas has delayed the ripening of the local crop, leading growers to... read more

According to analysts at EastFruit, who are citing market participants, there was a significant price increase for potatoes in the Ukrainian market over the weekend. Currently, farmers are selling potatoes from the 2023 harvest at prices ranging from 15 to 22 UAH per kilogram (approximately read more

Danziger will present their new varieties at various international events in June. During the first two weeks of the month, they will be in Africa, Europe, and the USA, showcasing their entire range, including the latest innovations, while also significantly expanding their SENTI™ Roses collection. read more

The Freskon International Trade Show for Fruit & Vegetables was held on 11-13 April in Thessaloniki, Greece, and attracted a record number of visitors. Organizers reported a 58 percent increase in visitors compared to last year, with a 37.5 percent rise in the number of international visitors. read more

Planters of fruits in South Africa's Southern and Western Cape regions are expanding their farming operations to include avocado production, as the demand for avocados increases. read more

The Western-led project, currently in its first full year of operation at the Western Field Station for Environmental Sciences, combines a photovoltaic (powered by solar cells) shielded open-air farm with an agro tunnel, an indoor cultivation system that is high-density. read more

Jazz Apples has signed on as the newest associate partner of Netball Australia's Suncorp Super Netball League. read more

South Australia's top horticulture growers, researchers, and industry leaders were honored at the 2024 Premier's Horticulture Awards for Excellence, hosted by the state industry group Ausveg SA. The event celebrates leaders in the state's A$3 billion horticulture sector. read more

Komisja Jabłek Waszyngtońskich pozyskała dodatkowe środki na promocję eksportu po uruchomieniu nowego programu rozwoju handlu przez rząd USA. read more

"Small farmers are one of the most underutilized resources in Africa," says Tendai Chitapi, co-founder of Kuronga, "because no one has stepped up to coordinate and manage them. That's the feedback we consistently receive from potential buyers: small farmers are too fragmented, they say, and their. read more

In a collaborative effort, the Tax Agency, National Police, and Judicial Police of Portugal, supported by Spanish authorities, have intercepted over 1,000 kilos of cocaine across Portugal and Spain. Originating from South America, the narcotics were concealed in two distinct shipments, with one read more