The Ministry of Climate Action has identified l'Horta de Lleida as the most affected area, with damages ranging between 60 and 80% of the fruit in 460 hectares. However, the most severe damages have been recorded in Soses, Torres de Segre, Alcarràs, and Sudanell, where the... read more

"Zostało tylko kilka tygodni do rozpoczęcia zbiorów kiwiberry" - mówi Ricardo Machado, menedżer eksportu jagód w portugalskiej firmie handlującej jagodami, Minikiwi Farm. "Zbiory kiwiberries w Portugalii rozpoczynają się za około trzy tygodnie, w 30. lub 31. tygodniu, a sezon powinien...” read more

One aspect of this transformation is the rapid growth of the Zimbabwean blueberry industry. The Horticultural Development Council of Zimbabwe is promoting the growth of horticulture in the country, and the current growth of the agricultural sector is evidence of the country's resilience. read more

A fresh export volume of 40,000 tons is predicted for oranges. According to the USDA analysis, geopolitical events, including the wars in Ukraine and Israel, have posed significant challenges for Moroccan exports. read more

The Mojo Green Logistics Hub in Ethiopia is ready to implement a cool chain logistics system, which is expected to enhance the export of agricultural products. The Cool Port Addis project, located 74 kilometers east of Addis Ababa, is designed to support the supply chains for perishable goods. read more

With the beginning of Midknight Valencias, South Africa's orange season kicks into high gear: these oranges are in high demand in the Far East and Europe due to their seedlessness. As a result, Midknights make up almost 40% of South Africa's Valencia orchards, as per 2023 data. read more

Am nachfolgenden Tag, so teilt Schweizer Hagel mit, habe instabile Luft für eine erhöhte Gewitteraktivität in der Westschweiz gesorgt. Ein Hagelunwetter erreichte die Bezirke Jura-Nord vaudois und Morges. Die Schweizer Hagel erreichen zahlreiche Schadenmeldungen aus den erwähnten Regionen.
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The World Bank's CPPI ranks 405 container ports worldwide based on their efficiency, with a focus on the duration of container ships' stay in the port. Cape Town ranks 405th out of 405 measured ports, Ngqura at 404th, Durban at 398th, and Port Elizabeth at 391st. read more

Vitafresh Produce has had established connections in South Africa for several years. This includes an exclusive partnership with Jan Hendrick to export the Pink Box butternut squash. Managing Director Daniel Badger took the South African operations to the next level by relocating to Cape Town. read more

South Africa's fresh fruit export industry is eager to collaborate with the new Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen. They emphasize that among the various priorities on his agenda, the most urgent ones include securing and prioritizing market access. The citrus industry is also appealing to the WTO regarding their trade issues with Europe. read more

The Turkish trade show Interfresh Eurasia will be held in Izmir, between September 26-28, 2024 this year, instead of Antalya. However, that's not the only thing that's new this year, says Murat Özer, general coordinator of the Interfresh Eurasia event: "This year's Interfresh Eurasia stands out." read more

Według Modiform, dostawcy systemów uprawy, transportu i pakowania dla łańcucha dostaw ogrodnictwa, podejmują ważny krok naprzód w swojej ambicji minimalizacji użycia naftowych tworzyw sztucznych dzięki nowemu partnerstwu z Solinatrą. Modiform i Solinatra pracują razem. read more

The Egyptian garlic season is ending earlier than usual, with volumes sold out. Ehabi Sami, CEO of Noureen Food, reports a "particularly challenging season". The exporter says: "We have had great difficulty in obtaining supplies of garlic. The reason for this is that small-scale farmers have." read more

A new glass greenhouse is going to be constructed in Morocco. This time, it is a university that is overseeing the construction, with a different focus compared to the demonstration center in Agadir. Sebastiaan Hijstek from greenhouse builder Horti XS provides us with the latest information. It was also Horti XS that built a glass read more

When Kuifkop Boerdery began cultivating dragon fruit in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, they anticipated its appeal to smoothie enthusiasts looking for Instagram-worthy ingredients. However, ten years later, they have been pleasantly surprised by the diversity of dragon fruit consumers. read more

"Otrzymaliśmy pozytywne sygnały, choć w środowisku dalekim od normalności. Gdybym miał być optymistyczny co do przyszłości, zdecydowanie uważałbym, że ochrona sadów może stanowić nowe tchnienie życia dla sektora owocowego. Jednakże istnieje potrzeba zwiększenia aspektu ekonomicznego."

"We have received positive signals, albeit in an environment that is far from normal. If I had to be optimistic about the future, I would certainly be of the opinion that the protection of orchards can be a new lease of life for the fruit sector. However, there is a need to enhance the economic aspect." read more

When Kuifkop Boerdery began cultivating dragon fruit in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, they anticipated it would attract smoothie enthusiasts looking for Instagram-worthy ingredients. However, after a decade, they were pleasantly surprised by the diversity of dragon fruit consumers. read more

Prosper Africa has facilitated a $56 million trade deal through the United States-Africa Trade Desk (USATD) for the import of 700 containers of table grapes from South Africa into the US. The USATD, a partnership between Prosper Africa and Afritex Ventures, is designed to link African... read more

Kenya's flower industry has placed the country on the global map. Today, it is a crucial component of the economy, contributing 1.25% to the GDP and providing employment to over 500,000 Kenyans. Despite the existence of separate public and private sustainability standards within the industry, the Kenyan government has acknowledged this sector's importance. read more

Oszczędzanie energii to istotne wyzwanie w szklarniach w Holandii. Jesse Verbeke, Kierownik Aplikacji w firmie Phormium, potrafi się z tym utożsamić. "W rzeczywistości chodzi o oszczędzanie energii i optymalizację klimatu. Zapewnienie lepszego uprawy z wyższymi plonami przy jednoczesnej oszczędności energii." Jesse Verbeke z. read more