On Thursday, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) approved measures aimed at reducing the European Union's reliance on fertilizers and agricultural products from Russia and Belarus. Starting from July 1, new tariffs will be imposed on these products, leading to a significant price hike for specific nitrogen fertilizers. This move will essentially halt the importation of most fertilizers from these countries. read more

According to forecasts, Almería is expected to produce 631,000 tons of watermelon and increase its export volume by 21.4% this season, solidifying its position as Spain's top watermelon exporter. In terms of economics, the current season is expected to surpass the 229 million euros achieved last year. read more

In recent years, flower strips along fields and ditches have become popular both in Denmark and abroad. The strips are intended to attract more predatory insects that can naturally control pests in the fields, rather than relying on. read more

Według Agronews, wiosenne przymrozki opóźniły szczytowy okres zbiorów wczesnych krajowych warzyw i owoców jagodowych. Maksim Hopka, analityk z Ukraińskiego Stowarzyszenia Biznesu Rolniczego, zauważył, że przymrozki negatywnie wpłynęły na przyszłe plony, zwłaszcza w warzywach i owocach. read more

After peaking in 2020 during the pandemic emergency, lemon consumption in Italy has gradually declined in the following years. During the critical period, the positive perception related to the high vitamin content - considered useful in combating read more

Fujisaki is determined to make Asian vegetables such as kidney beans, water spinach, Malabar spinach, komatsuna, Japanese turnips, daikon, and pak choi more widely available in Blois, located in the Loir-et-Cher department. "I realized that it was technically possible," he said, after studying landscape design. read more

The 15th edition of the international symposium Frutic 2025, organized by the University of Milan (scientific supervisor: Prof. Riccardo Guidetti) in collaboration with the University of Foggia, took place this year in Rimini, Italy on May 7th and 8th. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have observed a significant drop in prices for locally grown strawberries in Ukraine. This market situation is largely due to an increased supply coming from farms in the western regions of the country. At the same time, growers are reporting read more

France rekindles the debate on pesticides. In recent days, the National Assembly approved a controversial derogation that could allow the reintroduction of acetamiprid, a neonicotinoid insecticide banned in the country since 2018 and recently subjected to strict restrictions. read more

Confagricoltura expresses concern about the outcome of today's vote in the European Parliament regarding the modification of tariffs on imports of fertilizers from Russia and Belarus, rejecting all proposed amendments. The Commission's proposal passed by a large majority. read more

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The California Walnut Commission praises U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for her leadership and support during the recent trade mission to the United Kingdom, where she highlighted substantial opportunities for American agricultural exports. This mission was Secretary Rollins' first since. read more

An unexpected event is posing challenges for cherry producers in Bulgaria this season. In Kyustendil, all cherry plantations have been devastated by spring frosts. Additionally, agriculture in Southwestern Bulgaria is facing a new challenge—an invasion of Moroccan locusts, with a high concentration currently observed in the Sandanski region. read more

W odpowiedzi na rosnące zapotrzebowanie na bezproblemowe, elastyczne i w pełni cyfrowe doświadczenie w zakresie przewozu ładunków, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo niedawno wprowadziła znaczącą aktualizację swojej platformy myCargo: nową funkcjonalność dostosowywania przydziału. Ta aktualizacja daje autonomię w zakresie rezerwacji miejsc. read more

Sinclair, a global leader in labeling solutions for fresh produce, has been named a finalist at The Grocer Gold Awards 2025, one of the most prestigious accolades in the food and beverage industry in the United Kingdom. The nomination celebrates the innovation of their labeling technology. read more

W odpowiedzi na rosnące zapotrzebowanie na bezproblemowe, elastyczne i w pełni cyfrowe doświadczenie związane z transportem lotniczym, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo niedawno wprowadził znaczącą aktualizację swojej platformy myCargo: nową funkcjonalność dostosowywania przydziałów. Ta aktualizacja daje możliwość dokonywania rezerwacji na bieżąco. read more

Shallots from the northern hemisphere, originating from the U.S., Canada, and France, are reaching the end of the storage crop season. Ian Zimmerman from Maurice A. Auerbach, Inc. mentions, "The supply is comparable to last year's storage levels at this time," referring to the item as a milder-tasting onion. read more

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Berry marketer has appointed Frances Dillard as its first ever Chief Communications Officer, a newly created position with responsibility for shaping the company's international reputation. read more

The feeling of fear and anxiety caused on a global scale by US president Donald Trump's trade wars will resonate with many Belgian fruit and vegetable suppliers, who experienced a similar situation when Russia imposed an embargo in 2014, causing their main market to disappear overnight. read more