Geothermie Groep Nederland (GGN) has decided to abandon its plans to extract geothermal heat at 25 locations in the horticultural area near Erica, the Netherlands. GGN and local horticulturists could not come to an agreement on the purchase of geothermal heat. The growers believe there are other ways to utilize the heat. read more

The ninth edition of Italy's international event for green professionals will open its doors at Fiera Milano Rho from February 19 to 21, 2025. This gathering for companies, operators, and associations in landscaping, horticulture, gardening, and sports grounds offers a showcase of proposals. read more

Patrick Larèrre from Fermes Larèrre has been cultivating ginger for 4 years now, producing a rare, fresh, and 100% organic product. This is a unique endeavor in France, viewing climate change as an opportunity rather than a challenge. "Ginger requires heat and humidity for growth. read more

Marketing of table potatoes was mainly controlled by German suppliers. Deliveries from France and the Netherlands were irregular. The selection was slightly wider with the French Regina variety. Overall, business was relatively slow. According to the BLE, traders seldom needed to make adjustments to their strategies. read more

In the most recent financial developments, the British pound has reached its highest level against the euro in two and a half years. This increase has been influenced by the Bank of England's relatively hawkish stance and political uncertainties in France and Germany. However, the pound experienced a decline against a. read more

The stabilization fund system in Belarus, aimed at ensuring the availability of affordable vegetables during the off-season, has caused tension among farmers, retailers, and government officials. Attempts to keep prices low have created challenges throughout the supply chain. read more

Niedawna analiza strat w produkcji ziemniaków w krajach europejskich, mierzona w tysiącach euro i dostosowana do poziomu cen z 2022 roku, ujawnia znaczne różnice w skutkach ekonomicznych między poszczególnymi państwami. Niemcy zajmują pierwsze miejsce na liście z przerażającą stratą w produkcji w wysokości 196,94 miliona euro, odzwierciedlającą... read more

Sukces przyciąga sukces: z pewnością w przypadku Lotniska w Liège (LGG), które w dość krótkim czasie stało się wiodącym lotniskiem cargo w Europie. Lotnisko poinformowało dzisiaj, że w 2024 roku ustanowiło nowy rekord, z liczbą ruchów w listopadzie wzrosłą o 12,6% w skali roku, podczas gdy masa ładunków zwiększyła się o 16%, do 112 106 ton. read more

Alison Dunn has been announced as the new country manager for Amazon Ireland. A Dublin native, she will be responsible for overseeing the launch of Amazon.ie when it is introduced in 2025.

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The Northern Ireland assembly has voted to extend the special Brexit trading arrangements for an additional four years, allowing Northern Ireland to continue adhering to certain EU trade laws. This decision is intended to keep the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland open. read more

As the temperature drops, sauerkraut traditionally receives a bit more attention. "Unlike northern Germany, we have a good supply of raw materials. We are currently able to fulfill contracts for our conventional sauerkraut production without any issues. In the organic sector, read more

The Bolschare Group, a company based in Spain dedicated to the management of agricultural, energy, and medical assets, presented today in Dubai (United Arab Emirates) its Arima platform, the first

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The Fairtrade certification is seen as a valuable asset for Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exporters looking to take advantage of the United Kingdom – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA). This certification plays a crucial role in guaranteeing that products are produced ethically, including fair practices. read more

"According to the criteria, 54 Dutch agricultural and food companies are required to report, but a much larger group of companies will certainly also have to deal with the directive," says Miriam Vreman, researcher at Wageningen Economic Research. read more

Building on the previous results of the Pathoflax project and the Smartbiocontrol project portfolio, including ten new biofungicide solutions, the Interreg Biocontrol 4.0 project portfolio brings together 43 partners from Northern and Eastern France, Flanders, and Wallonia. The main goal read more

Kiwifruit growers in New Zealand have voted overwhelmingly to support the expansion of Zespri Global Supply (ZGS), approving the allocation of up to 420 hectares of new SunGold plantings per year over six years in Italy, France, Japan, South Korea, and Greece. read more

Peruvian agricultural exports have resumed to several countries, including French Polynesia, Guinea-Bissau, Moldova, Angola, North Korea, Tanzania, Luxembourg, the Cayman Islands, and Nepal. According to the Association of Exporters (ADEX), from January to October 2024, these exports reached. read more

W sezonie 2023/2024 Hiszpania importowała rekordową liczbę 16,32 miliona kilogramów cukinii za 18,05 miliona euro, według obliczeń hiszpańskiej agencji informacyjnej Hortoinfo opartych na danych z usługi statystycznej Estacom. Maroko było głównym dostawcą Hiszpanii, przynosząc 10,75 miliona kilogramów (65,90% całkowitej dostawy). read more

Giuseppe Romanini is the new President of the OI Pomodoro da Industria Nord Italia, the interprofessional organization that brings together all the PO-producer organizations and processing companies in northern Italy. The new President was elected during the General Assembly of members. read more

The kiwifruit growers in New Zealand have overwhelmingly approved the expansion of Zespri Global Supply (ZGS), allowing for the allocation of up to 420 additional hectares of Zespri™ SunGold™ Kiwifruit per year over a six-year period in Italy, France, Japan, South Korea, and Greece. The decision was supported by the majority of producers. read more