"The transformation that the sector must undergo is not only significant, but it also needs to happen quickly. We really cannot afford to waste time, as we have seen with the implementation of the new manure policy," he argues to vilt.be. A response to the
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Austria: Sufficient supply of onions - Carrot harvest completed
2024-11-22 09:00
Especially lower-quality matches are pushing for rapid marketing. According to the announcement, domestic sales are stable at a typical November level. Export transactions can also be made continuously. Producer prices remain unchanged from the previous week (week 46).
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Switzerland: Making sensible use of solar energy in greenhouses
2024-11-22 09:00
These let the sunlight needed for photosynthesis pass through and do not affect plant growth. This primarily targets operators of larger greenhouses, who have so far been using conventional PV systems installed on roofs.
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What are the prospects for growing currants in Poland? Part II
2024-11-22 00:00
As the speaker emphasized, Poland currently does not have any significant competition when it comes to the production of black and red currants – in a way, producers from our country shape the market. Statistically, fruits from Poland account for 25% of the world's harvests.
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Solving maintenance and noise issues with the electric defrost fan.
2024-11-22 00:00
Electric fans manufactured by the Tuscan company Aria srl provide an efficient solution to the issue of late frosts and excessive noise, which can cause disruptions on farms. Representatives from the company will be available at the Interpoma trade fair (21-23 November in Bolzano, Italy), at the DARWIN booth.
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Greece is facing a shortage of 70,000 workers, which is posing a threat to the fruit harvests.
2024-11-22 00:00
Moschos Korasidis, the general manager at ETHEA, the National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives, pointed out a shortfall of around 70,000 workers in the agricultural sector, as reported by Kathimerini. This shortage is expected to impact various regions, disrupting the olive harvest,...
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Zespri is the protagonist at the Italy-New Zealand rugby match.
2024-11-22 00:00
Zespri Kiwifruit, a leading New Zealand company in the production and worldwide marketing of kiwifruit, is pleased to announce its presence at the Allianz Stadium in Turin tomorrow, Saturday, November 23, during the rugby match between Italy and New Zealand.
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Labour savings in pot plant cultivation
2024-11-22 00:00
In recent years, many investment discussions have increasingly focused on labor-saving solutions. With rising labor costs, the return on investment becomes more attractive. Following the announcement of a 10% increase in the collective labor agreement wages in the Netherlands by 2025, WPS has
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"Oprócz dostarczania kiszonej kapusty w wiaderkach, oferujemy teraz także małe kubeczki po 50 gramów."
2024-11-22 00:00
Temperatures have dropped below freezing in many parts of the Netherlands, but at G. Kramer in Zuid-Scharwoude, that's good news. The colder weather is increasing the demand for sauerkraut and related products. Ten years ago, the sauerkraut factory mainly supplied fresh sauerkraut in barrels, but
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In 2024, the prices of oranges in the EU decreased by 17.83%, while Greece experienced a 30.18% increase.
2024-11-22 00:00
In 2024, the prices of oranges in several European countries showed significant variations compared to 2023. The average price of oranges in the EU in September 2024 was €73 per 100 kg, which represented a decrease of 17.83% compared to the same month in 2023. This decline indicates a broader trend of price fluctuations.
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The new Flemish agriculture and climate ministers aim to revamp the support for cogeneration in horticulture. They propose that Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems should operate based on market demand for electricity, prioritizing peak demand times rather than running continuously when there is already an adequate supply of (fossil-free) electricity.
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Organic pomegranate cultivation is flourishing in Europe, with a strong emphasis on health and sustainability.
2024-11-22 00:00
The popularity of organic pomegranate is growing in the European market, partly due to the It's Bio project supported by Aop Gruppo Vi.Va. This project promotes high-quality organic fruits in Italy, Belgium, and Greece. This ancient fruit has now become a symbol of excellence.
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Ukraine's carrot prices have dropped by 21% due to low demand and a seasonal increase in supply.
2024-11-22 00:00
Analitycy projektu EastFruit zauważyli spadkową tendencję na rynku marchwi na Ukrainie. Popyt na marchew jest opisany jako niski, a hurtowi nabywcy decydują się na zakupy w oparciu o natychmiastowe potrzeby, co zniechęca do gromadzenia zapasów i w rezultacie wpływa na stabilność cen. Kliknij, aby powiększyć.
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It's Bio presents the organic pomegranate, symbol of well-being.
2024-11-22 00:00
Organic pomegranate is increasingly being recognized as a fruit of excellence in the European market, thanks to the It's Bio project by Aop Gruppo Vi.Va promoting high-quality organic fruit in Italy, Belgium, and Greece. This ancient fruit is now a symbol of well-being.
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The opening ceremony of Interpoma 2024 provides an update on the forecast for the 2024/2025 harvest.
2024-11-22 00:00
The 13th edition of Interpoma, the world's leading apple trade show, opened yesterday in Bolzano, Italy with a detailed examination of the current state of the global apple market. The event, which runs until November 23, includes valuable insights from industry experts discussing the changing dynamics of the market.
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"Hiszpańskie dostawy mandarynek czasami są dość rzadkie"
2024-11-22 00:00
Clementines were the most common and mainly came from Spain. Their availability had significantly increased. There was also a noticeable increase in the presence of Italian batches. Portugal, Greece, and Morocco also sold small quantities. According to the BLE, business was inconsistent: in some areas, Spanish deliveries were prevalent.
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Moldova's apple exports to the Commonwealth of Independent States are increasing faster than to the European Union, despite efforts to diversify.
2024-11-22 00:00
Economic analyst Vladimir Golovatyuk expressed surprise at Moldovan Minister Dumitru Alaiba's announcement that apple exports to the European Union (EU) reached approximately $12.6 million in the first ten months of the year. Golovatyuk compared this with the export volume to the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
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There has been a price surge of up to 13 percent in Slovakia and a drop of 8 percent in Poland.
2024-11-22 00:00
Rynek europejskich bananów wykazywał mieszankę stabilności i wahania cen hurtowych między tygodniami 45 a 46, z zauważalnymi różnicami w różnych krajach. Kliknij, aby powiększyć. W Belgii (BE) ceny pozostały stabilne na poziomie 96 euro za kilogram w obu tygodniach, nie odnotowano żadnych zmian.
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Germany: IPM Essen introduces Show Your Colours award
2024-11-22 00:00
The Show Your Colours Award will be presented during the International Plant Fair (IPM) 2025 in Essen, Germany. All IPM exhibitors with woody plants and perennials can submit plants or plant concepts for this award. The Show Your Colours Award IPM 2025 is organized by Messe Essen.
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Sakata lays the foundation stone for its headquarters in Almería.
2024-11-22 00:00