The production of cut flowers along the coast has been severely hampered by climate change and water scarcity, according to grower Selcuk Celebi from southwest Turkey. "Climate change is causing a significant loss in crops," Celebi stated. "At the moment, growers are going through the last stages of the harvest." read more

Citronex is a family-owned company that already has ripening facilities in Poland, Romania, and Hungary, and is now expanding into Western markets. Marek Szulc, the COO of Citronex, has high ambitions for the new facility: "The new ripening facility is being built in Zele, Belgium. read more

Pure Flavor® is expanding its state-of-the-art Southern Flavor Farms greenhouse in Georgia by 25 acres. This expansion reinforces the company's dedication to growing sustainably and ensuring that families and retailers have reliable access to fresh, flavorful produce. read more

Uprawianie owoców w Chile przechodzi istotne zmiany. Z większości przesyłek kierowanych do Chin oraz globalnego rynku cechującego się nadmiernym nadwyżką, zmieniającymi się preferencjami konsumentów i rosnącą konkurencją, eksporterzy z Chile mają trudności z dostosowaniem się do nowych trendów oraz dywersyfikacją swoich rynków. Wiśnie, read more

In an unusual occurrence, the abundant supply of flowers has caused wholesale rates to plummet by nearly one-third compared to last week, despite the ongoing Onam festive season. While this price drop has been beneficial for buyers, wholesale sellers have reported difficulties in covering their costs. "The decrease in prices is a result of increased production." read more

A team of scientists led by Dr. D. M. Firake, Senior Scientist from the ICAR-Directorate of Floricultural Research (ICAR-DFR), Pune, have discovered a new species of blossom midge, Contarinia icardiflores sp. nov., infesting Jasminum sambac (jasmine) flower buds in India. The species name read more

Nayan Dhameja, founder of fresh produce importer Ognam Global, mentioned that India's orange imports cover multiple supply periods. This year, the usual dominance of Egyptian oranges is facing significant price challenges. Egyptian Valencia, Navel, and Baladi varieties are meeting the demand from January onwards. read more

The diversification of destinations, trade agreements, the evolution of spot prices, and consumer preferences in demanding markets are reshaping the outlook for Ecuadorian bananas. As Marianela Ubilla, manager of Agzulasa, explains, the company has experienced significant growth in its. read more

India's fresh produce trade includes various intermediaries such as importers and retailers, with a few major importers typically holding the key to top exporters worldwide, according to Shashank Srivastav, Associate Director at Ninja Global. "We ventured into the fresh produce market in 2021". read more

The summer cut flower trials in California once again attracted global attention in August, with visitors from various parts of the floral industry. Attendees came from California, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, Florida, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, Maine, Oregon, and Washington state, making it the third... read more

The mission organized jointly by Dutch Greenhouse Delta (DGD), the Municipality of Westland, and the Dutch Embassy in Japan aimed to strengthen collaboration between governments, businesses, and knowledge partners to achieve a future-proof, locally resilient. read more

As part of the agreement, Joy Wing Mau, a leading fruit grower, marketer, and exporter in China, will plant 300 hectares with TUTTI™ apples and utilize its expertise to promote the TUTTI™ apple brand to consumers across China, VentureFruit announces. read more

Po niemal sześciu latach, Rob Cathels z firmy N&A Group zrezygnował z funkcji przewodniczącego zarządu Horticultural Brand Management Australia (HBMA). Zastąpił go Adam Buckley (Newton Orchards), którego zarząd określił jako osobę posiadającą głęboką wiedzę branżową oraz klarowną wizję przyszłości HBMA. read more

Od 30 sierpnia do 6 września holenderska delegacja składająca się z 42 uczestników - w tym 26 firm i instytucji związanych z ekosystemem ogrodnictwa - udała się do Japonii na misję handlową NL HortiRoad2Osaka. Wspólnie zorganizowana przez Dutch Greenhouse Delta, Gminę - read more

Niedawne powodzie w Dżammu i Kaszmirze, które produkują prawie trzy czwarte jabłek w Indiach, spowodowały poważne zakłócenia w łańcuchu dostaw i straty przekraczające dotychczas 22 miliony dolarów - informuje Izhan Javeed z eksportera świeżych produktów Green Valley Agro Fresh. "Ponad 1,000 ciężarówek przewożących prawie 10,000" read more

Intereco, the association of Spanish public authorities overseeing organic agriculture, will soon launch a guide to support the sector's international expansion, especially in Asian markets. This initiative follows the rise in tariffs in the United States, the main market outside the EU for. read more

This year, there will be no gradual transition into autumn for VLAM. Their schedule is fully packed with a working visit to London, Asia Fruit Logistica, a trip with companies to the early market in Bologna this week, and, last but not least, Fruit Attraction in Madrid from September 30 to October 2. "It's..." read more

The Asian stink bug, the feared polyphagous insect that seemed to be under control, has returned and the damage reported by farmers is no longer just on pears, but also on corn, which until now was only marginally attacked by the insect. read more

Red and white flowers have been planted as part of a display in support of the England women's rugby team. The Red Roses are the favorites to win the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup, which is being held on home soil. They will face Australia in their final group game in Brighton on Saturday. read more

For the first time, the Mexican flower Eustoma has bloomed in Sanatanpali village under Jujumura block of Sambalpur district. The Subuja Sanatanpali Polyhouse had received 2,000 saplings from CSIR, Lucknow. These saplings were planted on April 14, on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti. After four. read more