Jatinderjeet "Jyoti" Sihota, 37, of Selma, pleaded guilty today to conspiring to commit crop insurance fraud, announced U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert. According to court records, for many years, Sihota's family's farming operation produced table grapes and other crops in Fresno and Tulare. read more

The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture in Saudi Arabia has announced a 47% increase in potato production in 2023, with the country reaching an 86% self-sufficiency rate. A total of 621,750 tons of potatoes were harvested, compared to 423,770 tons in 2021. This growth is a result of increased cultivation efforts. read more

SPAR's partner in China has added two stores to its retail network. In Beijing, SPAR Jiajiayue celebrated the opening of two new large format supermarkets, expanding its presence in the city. The new stores are SPAR Supermarket Beijing Changping Shahe Wanda Plaza and SPAR Supermarket Tongzhou Vientiane Hui. read more

Avocados from Western Australia are gaining popularity in the global market, with exports of the green and gold fruit increasing significantly over the past year. The surge in demand is being driven by Asia and the Middle East, where WA avocados are preferred for their attractive appearance, delicious flavor, creamy texture, and high quality upon arrival. read more

Co robotyzację upraw w szklarniach czeka kolejny krok? Obniżanie roślin! Arugga AI Farming, izraelska firma startupowa znana z wprowadzenia robotów do zapylania w uprawie pomidorów w szklarniach, zamierza wprowadzić swoje nowe rozwiązanie: robotyzowane obniżanie roślin. „Po trzech latach ciężkiej pracy jesteśmy dumni, że możemy ogłosić wprowadzenie tej innowacyjnej technologii na rynek".

What's next for robotizing greenhouse growing? Plant lowering! Arugga AI Farming, the Israel-based start-up company known for bringing pollination robots to tomato greenhouse farming is about to launch its new solution: robotic plant-lowering. "Following three years of hard work, we are proud to read more

Despite global challenges such as the ongoing economic weakness in Germany, the military conflict in the Middle East with its impact on sea routes, and the war in Ukraine, HHLA recorded a positive business development in the first nine months. read more

Z powodu konfliktu na Bliskim Wschodzie, eksporterzy awokado z Kenii napotykają trudności, po niedawnej rekonwalescencji po warunkach suszy. Napięcia geopolityczne spowodowały zakłócenia logistyczne w transporcie morskim, wpływając na konkurencyjność lokalnych graczy w branży rolnej. Zamknięcie Kanału Sueskiego. read more

Jeśli chodzi o jesienne wesela, Alexandra Farms stawia na przyjęcie bogatych róż w intensywnych kolorach, w stylu światowej sławy mistrzów z Holandii. "Ten pięknie romantyczny wygląd doskonale nadaje się do stworzenia przytulnego przyjęcia weselnego z luksusowymi tkaninami i migoczącym światłem świec, gdy na zewnątrz jest chłodno. read more

Iyris and Red Sea Global have announced the launch of the National Food Production Initiative in Saudi Arabia, with the goal of supporting local farming communities, revitalizing unproductive land, boosting the domestic economy, and decreasing the Kingdom's dependency on imported food. read more

Between January and August 2024, Ecuador exported 274.39 million boxes of bananas, which is 0.50% more than the previous year, as reported by the Banana Marketing and Export Association (Acorbanec). The European Union remains the primary destination, followed by Russia and the Middle East. read more

In the first quarter of the fiscal year, Pakistan experienced an 11.5% increase in vegetable exports despite seasonal rains causing significant damage to fields, especially in Sindh. This export surge, coupled with weather-related losses, has resulted in shortages, prompting retailers to import vegetables from Iran and Afghanistan. read more

Obecny wzrost eskalacji wojny na Bliskim Wschodzie spowodował tragiczny spadek lotów cargo do tego regionu. Według pana Doulisa Carafila, właściciela greckiej firmy usług lotniczych Air Business International (ABI), cztery z pięciu lotów cargo, które normalnie powinny być kierowane do tej części świata, zostały zawieszone. read more

Based on the preliminary and unaudited figures for the first nine months, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) is revising its forecast for the current financial year. Despite global challenges such as economic weakness in Germany and the military conflict in the Middle East, the company is adjusting its outlook. read more

The citrus season in Israel for 2024 has started off well, but there are concerns about how the longer journey around the Cape of Good Hope to reach Asian markets will affect the quality of the fruit upon arrival. Rafi Zuri, the citrus product manager at Galilee Exports, stated, "Until now we shipped..." read more

This 23-year-old woman, who comes from a fruit farm in Hegnau, Bavaria, near Wasserburg on Lake Constance, represents one of the most important German apple-growing regions: The fruit-growing area on Lake Constance extends from Lindau in Bavaria to Tettnang, Ravensburg, and Überlingen. read more

Always considered a precious product - Roman emperors eagerly consumed it while reclining on the triclinium, and Jack the Ripper used it to lure his victims - table grapes are now experiencing a new phase in their relationship with both consumers and the market. read more

The customs report disclosed that Iran's agricultural exports amounted to 3.8 million tons, showing a 16% increase from the previous year. Topping the export list, pistachios brought in $614 million, followed by tomatoes, watermelons, apples, and dates at $226 million, $139 million, $124 million respectively. read more

As South African strawberry exports to the Middle East slow down to make room for Jordanian and Egyptian strawberries, the newly-established Cape Country Exports is shifting its focus to exporting stone fruit and blueberries to this market. The past three months have been very successful for South African strawberries. read more

JASA Packaging is taking a step towards its international expansion by opening a new office in Dubai. Peyman Waziri, who will spearhead this expansion, provides insights into why Dubai has been chosen as the location for JASA's next move and how it corresponds to the increasing demand for packaging solutions in the Middle East. read more

During a recent visit to the Centre of Excellence in Jalandhar, Punjab's Minister of Horticulture, Mahinder Bhagat, emphasized the importance of globally branding Punjab's potato seeds. Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Agarwal, the Centre operates under the cooperation of Indo-Israel and Indo-Dutch partnerships. read more