Cramer Jungpflanzen, a German family-owned young plant grower, has announced insolvency. The reason cited is the challenging circumstances the company is facing. Cramer Jungpflanzen is well-known for producing pelargoniums, poinsettias, calibrachoa, New Guinea impatiens, and other bedding and balcony plants, offering rooted young plants. read more

The international demand for green papaya from Dhenkanal is on the rise. Most recently, one ton of green papaya, grown by 14 female farmers from the Saptasajya Agro Producer Company in the Sadar block of Dhenkanal district, was exported to London. Additionally, green papaya from the Ghatipiri region has also gained attention. read more

Castanea Expo 2025, the first national exhibition dedicated to the world of the chestnut tree and its fruits, is the new project of the Firenze Fiera exhibition center, to be held from December 12 to 14 at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, Italy. A new event dedicated to the chestnut, from its... read more

Cramer Jungpflanzen, a German family-owned young plant grower, has declared bankruptcy. The reason cited is the difficult circumstances the company is facing. The company is well-known for its production of pelargoniums, poinsettias, calibrachoa, New Guinea impatiens, and other bedding and balcony plants, offering rooted young plants. read more

Brazil, known as the world's largest orange producer and a leader in concentrated orange juice exports, has experienced a change in its import patterns. While previously dependent on Spain for orange imports, Brazil has now started to rely more on Egypt, which has become the top exporter to the Brazilian market. read more

After the news of the agreement reached between the EU countries on new genomic techniques, comments from Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida and industry associations were not long in coming. We report them below. read more

Coöperatie Hoogstraten is pleased to announce the 5th edition of the International Strawberry Congress, which will take place on September 17, 18, and 19, 2025 at The Flanders Meeting & Convention Centre Antwerp, Belgium. This congress will feature a blend of commercial strategy and scientific research. read more

This removed a significant obstacle to relaxing the requirements for the use of genetically modified plant species and varieties. This cleared the way for negotiations with the European Parliament. The proposal regarding the handling of new plant breeding techniques had been initiated by the read more

The sales campaign started in October, as RedPop® returned to the Asian markets. In Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan, and India, the sales points shone in vibrant red and skillfully showcased the small apple during in-store tastings. read more

The category of citrus fruits has developed particularly well: 18.8% more quantity was exported in 2024, with the value increasing by 11.4%. Dried fruits and nuts also performed positively in 2024, with a 13.7% increase in export quantity, although the value only increased by 0.3% - one point. read more

Created by breeder Sakata®, who has successfully introduced it in Spain, Portugal, France, and in Northern European countries, broccoli Bimi® started its first marketing season of the Italian product in late 2024, cultivated in two of the regions with the highest vocation for it. read more

With an increasingly significant impact on farm productivity, Dari Ecomeccanica continues to pave the way for growth in the field of agricultural mechanization. Today, over 70% of producers in the Piana del Sele region in Italy, recognized as the world's hub for the fresh-cut sector, rely on their services. read more

The Russian government is considering adding bananas to the list of agricultural crops, which would allow producers to qualify for state support measures. Sergey Izmalkov, the Minister of Agriculture of the Stavropol Territory, mentioned, "The question of categorizing bananas as agricultural products... read more

Egypt's orange exports to France have been on the rise, according to a report by EastFruit. In 2024, exports reached 42.7 thousand tons, representing a 26% increase from the previous year, although revenue dropped by 9% to $25.3 million. The export season for Egyptian oranges to France usually starts in January. read more

Egypt is continuously increasing its orange exports to France, as reported by EastFruit. Following a record-breaking volume of fruit exports to the French market in 2023, exporters have maintained their momentum. By the end of 2024, the volume of orange exports from Egypt to France reached 42.7 thousand tons. read more

As of 1 February 2025, Apple stocks in Europe reached 3,038,976 tons, showing a 4.8% decrease compared to the same date in 2024, when stocks were at 3,193,280 tons. This decline represents a year-on-year reduction of over 154,000 tons, with notable decreases reported in countries like Austria. read more

In North America, the prices of ginger from Costa Rica and Peru are slightly higher than last year due to steady demand and limited supply. There are potential tariff concerns for Chinese ginger. Brazilian ginger is expected to return in May, which will increase regional availability. In Germany, demand is. read more

The 2024 Sector Figures Report presented by AFCO (Spanish Association of Corrugated Cardboard Packaging Manufacturers) shows that the Spanish corrugated cardboard industry continues to consolidate its position as a fundamental pillar of the economy and sustainability. This is strategically significant. read more

The latest trends in zero-emission agriculture have reached Poland - straight to the Agrotech Fair in Kielce. The Fendt brand presented the first series-produced fully electric tractor, the e107 V Vario. Due to its size and the technology used, it is dedicated to. read more

Apple cultivation in the region of Devoll, Albania, has been a local tradition for over 30 years, as stated by farmer Urim Zili. He elaborates that the apple crop requires care throughout the year, but remains a significant source of income for local farmers. Unlike underground crops like potatoes and onions, read more