Sabuja Sanatanpali Farmer Producer Company Limited (SSFPCL), Odisha's first floriculture-based farmer producer organization (FPO), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) in Lucknow to promote research in. read more

Anna England from Elliot's Wholesale Nursery in Amberley has been named the 2024 Young Plant Producer of the Year. This prestigious award was presented at the awards dinner in Christchurch last night (July 10) and recognizes Anna's commitment and creativity in the plant production sector. read more

CFO Marjolein Frederickx has been appointed as the new CEO of Lidl for Belgium and Luxembourg, replacing Matúš Gála who is moving to the company's international headquarters in Germany. Source: retaildetail.eu Indian retailer DMart has reported a 17.5% increase in Q1. read more

Dutch breeder Rijk Zwaan will be participating in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong from 4-6 September. Prior to the event, the company will be hosting a sweet pepper (capsicum) seminar on the afternoon of 3 September at the World Expo in Room MR202. read more

The amounts of mineral fertilizers based on nitrogen and phosphorus were investigated. One significant reason for the increase, according to EU statisticians, is the sharp rise in fertilizer prices following Russia's attack on Ukraine. The imposition of sanctions also played a role. read more

According to analysts at 'EastFruit', the current pace of Moroccan exports indicates further expansion in this market. In 2023, Morocco delivered 1,500 tons of fresh blueberries to Southeast Asia, compared to just over 450 tons in 2019. Just in the first read more

According to figures released by Stats NZ, prices for fruit and vegetables in New Zealand fell by 16.1 percent in the 12 months leading up to June 2024. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica is returning to Hong Kong on 4-6 September 2024, bringing together the global fresh fruit and vegetable industry and showcasing the complete value chain. read more

"Citrus Australia is pleased to announce the extension of its Major Corporate Partnership with edp Australia. Located in Mooroopna, Victoria, edp Australia is a prominent provider of packaging solutions for fresh fruits and vegetables, offering machinery and consumables. The partnership is a long-term commitment." read more

Pineapples, a traditional symbol of wealth and hospitality at Buckingham Palace state banquets, were absent from the recent Japanese state banquet. Royal aides dropped the fruit course to allow more mingling time among guests. Traditionally featured since Charles I's reign, pineapples were part read more

Rosja has emerged as the leading exporter of peas to China, capturing nearly half of the market and surpassing Canada within a two-year span since entering the market. According to the Union of Grain Exporters, Russia's pea exports to China reached 1.13 million tons in the 2023/24 season. read more

Due to the ongoing heavy storms in recent weeks and months, the increased rainfall has had a drastic impact on the pomelo industry. Production areas in southern China have been severely affected by this year's flooding, with yields expected to decrease by up to 50% compared to previous years. read more

The National Research Council of Thailand is pleased to host the Dutch Agricultural Counsellor at the NRCT Headquarters in Bangkok for a meeting to discuss collaborating on the "Thai – Dutch Floriculture Forum 2024," which is set to take place on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, in Bangkok. Thailand aims to be a read more

At the Russia-Latvia border in the Sebezhsky District of the Pskov Region, a state inspector from the Territorial Administration of Rosselkhoznadzor conducted a quarantine phytosanitary inspection of 20.2 tons of fresh apples grown in the Republic of Moldova. During the documentary inspection, the. read more

Within the past year, Aotearoa has witnessed a shift from concerns about local produce production and growers' livelihoods to a period of recovery for fruit growers as winter approaches. Challenges like Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland floods have caused disruptions, along with an. read more

Supermarkets are increasing the promotion and export of Vietnamese agricultural products. MM Mega Market Vietnam has successfully exported Vietnamese agricultural and seafood products to Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong (China), and Turkey since 2019. Key export products include sweet... read more

The harsh desert and semi-arid climate of Israel are ideal for testing new desirable traits, especially for subtropical fruits. Growers from around the world import rootstock, budwood, and new varieties of mango, avocado, and litchi trees from Israel. The supplier is Banai Ltd., an Israeli company. read more

Alongside rail transport solutions between Asia and Europe, the international transport and logistics provider now also offers intermodal services to and from various countries within Europe, such as Turkey, the UK, and Ireland. By seamlessly integrating rail and road transport, intermodal services offer... read more

Robotics Plus' Chief Commercial Officer, Nathan Soich, stated that the company created Prospr to enable growers to adjust to the constantly changing agricultural environment of today. "Growers are innovators and are constantly seeking new ways to enhance their efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. We have had a fantastic" read more

The Ministry of Economy of Georgia announced on Tuesday that 500 tonnes of blueberries will be exported to the European Union and the United Kingdom as part of the Lead Generation Programme. This initiative is designed to link domestic producers with foreign buyers and enhance international market opportunities. read more