Be it in Singapore, Kuwait, Amsterdam, or any other location, Growy identifies opportunities to expand its vertical farming concept for cultivating lettuce, herbs, and micro-vegetables. The goal is to establish approximately 20 operational vertical farms by adding three new growing locations each year. read more

Związek rolników ostrzegł przed wzrostem cen świeżych produktów, jeśli nie zostaną podjęte działania mające pomóc rolnikom poradzić sobie ze wzrastającymi temperaturami oraz chronić uprawy i zwierzęta gospodarskie przed pożarami. Sekretarz Generalny Panicos Hambas stwierdził, że niedawne pożary w Farmakas uszkodziły drzewa owocowe i infrastrukturę rolniczą. read more

Doğan explained, "The fact that the European Football Championship coincides with our watermelon season this year has made our farmers very happy. We expect a yield of 8 to 9 tons per decares of land (Decare = 1,000 m2). If prices remain stable, our farmers will benefit greatly." read more

DRV President Franz-Josef Holzenkamp praised Glaser during the DRV General Assembly in Berlin as the "prototype of a cooperative member". The Raiffeisen Medal is strictly limited to a maximum of 30 living recipients. read more

The campaign was launched in Japan with the support of the Japan Dietetic Association, Tokyo Seika - Japan's largest fruit and vegetable wholesaler - and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. read more

"Jan de Wit from Jan de Wit en Zonen B.V. says, 'We have been in China for 40 years, and we believe that there are many years to come.' The Dutch company specializes in the export, preparation, and cultivation of flower bulbs, primarily tulips and lily bulbs, but also other types of flower bulbs." read more

Melon and watermelon growers in the Rostov region of Russia have announced a 10-15% increase in their product prices compared to last year. The drought has affected the size and yield of the crops, resulting in smaller melons and watermelons this season. Growers have reported that the cost of production has also risen due to the adverse weather conditions. read more

Australian fresh produce businesses are being encouraged to collect more data throughout their supply chain - from the field to the consumer's plate - and make sure that it is utilized to achieve optimal results and value for producers. At Hort Connections 2024, three industry experts discussed the importance of this practice as part of the 'How' aspect. read more

The National Farmers' Federation welcomes the visit of Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Australia. Strong and cooperative relationships with our international markets and partners are critically important. China is the largest trading partner for Australian agriculture, both at the sector level and in terms of overall trade. read more

To było wszystko zaczęte z wielkimi nadziejami na ten sezon, prognozy dotyczące indyjskich winogron stołowych wskazywały na bardzo pozytywne znaki związane z dostępnością owoców, jakością owoców, objętością owoców i poziomem pozostałości owoców z powodu korzystnych warunków klimatycznych w tym roku. "Te nadzieje szybko się rozwiały, gdy... read more

India is set to import avocados from Brazil for the first time, aiming to address the high prices of the fruit in the domestic market, which range from ₹100 to ₹2,000 per kilogram depending on the variety. This move is part of a broader agriculture deal being negotiated between the two countries. read more

Influencer marketing has emerged as a powerful tool in the modern marketing arsenal, with the potential to deliver impressive results. By harnessing the credibility of popular personalities to connect brands with their target audiences in an authentic and impactful way, influencer marketing has proven to be an effective strategy. read more

The agricultural sector in Turkey is facing challenges due to extreme weather fluctuations, affecting crop yields and quality nationwide. Unusual weather patterns, such as heavy rainfall, hailstorms in certain regions, and drought in others, have caused significant damage to crops, especially fruits. read more

Zespri has launched a global campaign aimed at encouraging people to eat better in order to address health challenges and enhance lives worldwide. read more

The garlic harvest began well, benefiting from very good weather conditions. However, the intermittent rains last week have been causing some difficulties in the final stage of harvesting the white and violet Spring garlic. Approximately 50% of the crop has already been safely stored in warehouses, where the... read more

Vietnam's agricultural exports to Russia have increased by 48.7% in the last five months, with coffee, seafood, cashew nuts, fruits, and vegetables being the most imported products. Preliminary statistics from the General Department of Customs indicate that by late May 2024, agricultural exports have seen a significant surge. read more

In a significant development in the bio-based materials sector, researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand have innovated a method to produce leather using pineapple leaf fibers. This new material not only replicates the properties of real leather but also outperforms it. read more

In 2024, Moldova started actively exporting fresh apples to one of the most attractive fresh apple markets in the world - India. In 2023, despite a relatively low yield of apples, Moldova faced challenges in selling its stocks as Russia had banned imports of fruits and other food items from the country. read more

The mango harvest volumes in Israel for 2024 are expected to double this season, despite some damage caused by the early desert summer heat. Nir Harel, Sales Manager at Galilee Export in Israel, stated, "The mango quantities this year are expected to be double compared to last year." read more

South Africa has granted permission to import various Indian mango varieties, such as Alphonso, Totapuri, and Kesar, after thorough regulatory scrutiny. This decision is intended to diversify South Africa's fruit options and meet the demand from Indian expatriate communities in neighboring countries. read more