Widely distributed worldwide, the Colorado potato beetle is native to North America and penetrated Europe in the first quarter of the last century. In Spain, it arrived in 1935 and is currently widely distributed, with Menorca and Eivissa being exceptions.

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AB Texel France will acquire the transport operations of Delavenne Transports starting on 1 December 2024, significantly expanding its network in agricultural product transport, the company announced. "The acquisition aligns with our strategy to support customers in realizing their goals as a." read more

SPAR Netherlands has been recognized by prestigious consumer research conducted by YouGov. Consumers value the targeted strategic decisions made by SPAR Netherlands in rapidly evolving retail markets, such as investing in innovative concepts like the SPAR FoodClub and expanding the network of SPAR stores. read more

In Spain, they are still trying to recover from the disaster of Dana, which has rightfully entered the list of the worst catastrophes to hit the country, as described live by our Paco Borras. Meanwhile, the fruit and vegetable world is also... read more

At the end of 2024, the country experienced a significant decline in potato harvest, as acknowledged by the Minister of Agriculture, Oksana Lut, during a government meeting. She stated that the harvest campaign produced approximately 7 million tons of potatoes, which is nearly 20% lower than the. read more

"We are experiencing consistent growth," this is how Jakob Van Poucke describes the progress of the perishable/agro division at logistics service provider Sealogis Freight Forwarding Belgium, which he has been leading for a year. "As a group, we are recognized in various sectors, including chemicals, project cargo, art, and." read more

Last Friday, Chrysal hosted the Chrysal Italy Wedding Event at its headquarters in Naarden. The day included workshops, tours, and conversations about sustainability, but the emotional highlight was the "baptism" ceremony of a new red Gerbera variety, "Alfredo," in honor of the late Italian. read more

The pictures of the aftermath of the disaster are shocking, but we need to take a step back to better assess the impact on production and the market. read more

From November 13th to 22nd, the Dutch greenhouse experts from HortiRoad2India will be back in India to promote collaboration on sustainable food systems with innovative solutions. The delegation will participate in the Krishi Bharat Conference in Lucknow and... read more

Inmaculada Sanfeliu, President of the CGC, stated at the end of week 45: "After consulting with the association members, who represent 80% of national citrus exports and 60% to 70% of national supply, the packing houses in the province of Valencia are operating at full capacity again, so that... read more

On 28-29 October, Spain – and Valencia in particular – experienced the worst flood in recent years, with more casualties than the famous flood of 1957. read more

By increasing the planting of shoot fruits (fruits on budding side shoots), a multi-generational culture can be cultivated. read more

The 2024 potato harvest in Ireland is progressing smoothly, with most growers aiming to complete fieldwork by mid-November. This marks a stark difference from the challenging conditions experienced the previous year, when continuous rain and poor ground conditions hampered efforts. The quality of the potato yields is reported to be good. read more

The Bintje potato is a family tradition for the Thomas family, who are now the 8th generation of farmers in northern France at the Ferme du Pont d'Achelles. "My great-grandfather grew them, then my grandfather and my father before me," explains Olivier Thomas. This is a traditional potato variety with a long history. read more

On Saturday, Minister of Agriculture Martine Hansen participated in a discussion with RTL Radio, where they talked about the future of agriculture in Luxembourg. Hansen mentioned a shift towards larger farming operations in the country, referring to a survey that revealed 44% of current farmers do not have a successor. read more

Redefining retail: Sensei, an autonomous store firm, reaches a milestone in Italy as its location at DAO Cooperativa turns one. Sensei recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of its autonomous store in Verona in collaboration with DAO Cooperativa. In a LinkedIn post, the company stated: "One year ago, we proudly opened Italy's first autonomous…" read more

Tragic floods in Spain have devastated the landscape. Despite ongoing rescue efforts, the agricultural sector is facing severe consequences. Thousands of hectares of fields and greenhouses have been destroyed. France, which imports large quantities of Spanish fruit and vegetables every year, is also affected by this disaster. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food of the Government of Spain has responded to the initiative of the read more

SO.GE.MI S.p.A., the company that manages the Milan Food Market, and the Government of the Argentine Province of Río Negro, have signed an important Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing and promoting Argentine agri-food excellence within the spaces. read more

"We want to express our solidarity and deep condolences to the Spanish populations affected by the terrible flood of recent days. A tragedy that our Sicily knows well and that connects us to the inhabitants of those areas." This was stated by the president of the Consortium. read more