The Cape citrus harvest has been delayed due to the rain this week, but farms are looking forward to resuming next week. The citrus markets, particularly South Africa's traditional markets like Europe, the Middle East, the UK, and for those in the Western and Northern Cape, the USA as well, are in good condition. read more

Representing over a quarter of the world's population and with an estimated $450 billion in spending power, Gen Z (aged 18-28) offers a significant opportunity to cultivate lifelong fans of potatoes. This demographic has the potential to drive sustained growth and increase demand for potatoes. Thankfully, Potatoes USA is well-positioned to capitalize on this opportunity. read more

Washington State, USA, is known for having the highest potato yield per acre globally. More than 300 farmers grow potatoes across an area of over 160,000 acres in the region. The annual harvest in Washington State averages 30 tons per acre, which is double the average yield in the United States. read more

W celu zwiększenia zrównoważoności i efektywności praktyk ogrodniczych, Hort Americas ogłosiło dziś partnerstwo z firmą Meteor Systems w celu dystrybucji ich pływających tratw HDPE w Ameryce Północnej. Według Hort Americas, pływające tratwy HDPE firmy Meteor Systems są łatwe do czyszczenia i... read more

A reduction in tomato crops in the Foggia province, the leading producer area in Italy by hectares (approximately 17 thousand), is expected for 2024. The decrease in cultivated areas is due to the water crisis and the necessity for supply bodies to rationalize resources. There is an anticipated 30% drop. read more

Mexico's tomato production in 2024 is projected to reach 3.30 million metric tons (MMT), a two percent increase from 2023. This growth is fueled by export demand and investments in protected agriculture systems. In 2023, tomato production was estimated at 3.22 MMT, representing an eight percent decrease from the previous year, primarily attributed to water shortages. read more

RZH Canada LTD, one of the dealers of Rijk Zwaan in Canada, is pleased to announce the hiring of Darryl Di Milo as a sales representative for the Leamington and Ontario territory. Darryl has extensive experience in the Leamington and surrounding area, having worked as a grower as well as in sales... read more

Fyffes has announced the appointment of Frank Burkhardt as Chief Commercial Officer to oversee an ambitious growth strategy, which includes the promotion of a new brand proposition, Trudi's. Fyffes exports to more than 500 retailers in 22 countries across Europe and North America. read more

Dian Smith has been appointed as the new General Manager of Ludvig Svensson North America, effective June 3rd. According to the Ludvig Svensson team, Dian is an accomplished, hands-on executive with extensive experience leading businesses of all sizes, from startups to enterprises. read more

The avocado is one of Mexico's main consumption and export products. According to BBVA research, the GDP of avocados from 2018 to 2022 was estimated using a deterministic approximation and official sources. The results align with the growth that the product has experienced. read more

Susan Raikes has been appointed as the Director of Wakehurst, Kew's wild botanic garden in Sussex, and will join in June. She is leaving her position as the Director of Learning at the Science Museum Group, where she has been a member of the Group Executive for the past six years. Before this role, Susan ... read more

Michelle Johnson, the founder of Floral Glory, officially opened her new premises at the Old Square Shopping Centre in Walsall on Saturday after relocating from nearby Stafford Street. The move coincides with the gathering of thousands of floricultural industry members on National. read more

Moreira stated: "Over the past 20 months, we have suffered from a depreciation of the exchange rate that seriously affected the entire sector, not only the agricultural export sector but also the local markets. Because with a devalued dollar, many imported... read more

As of May 16, the number of daily transits in the Panamax locks had been increased from 17 to 24, and as of June 1, the number of daily transits in the Neopanamax locks had been increased from seven to eight. This adjustment increases the total number of ship transits. read more

Działania są podejmowane w celu zwiększenia różnorodności genetycznej wśród odmian ziemniaka, mając na celu ochronę bioróżnorodności oraz zwiększenie odporności na choroby i stresy środowiskowe, w tym suszę. Kluczową postacią w tej inicjatywie jest naukowiec badawczy z Kanadyjskiego Ministerstwa Rolnictwa i Żywności, który ma na celu ... read more

Ta seria podaje średnie ceny hurtowe bananów według kraju pochodzenia. Ceny stanowią krajowe średnie najczęściej stosowane ceny bananów na rynkach hurtowych w Birmingham i Londynie. Publikacja ta jest aktualizowana co tydzień. Obecne średnie ceny tygodniowe bananów wynosiły: read more

Greenyard has inaugurated a cutting-edge sauce facility at its Prepared-site in Bree, Belgium. This €3 million investment is a reaction to the increasing demand from consumers for conveniently prepared and packaged sauces. The new production line is capable of producing thousands of liters of delicious sauces per day. read more

S. Peru's fruit and vegetable sector has a strong export orientation. In order to export, it depends on producers, exporters, and packing facilities that can ensure a continuous process of sorting and packaging of fruits and vegetables, like Agrihusac, a fruit processing and packaging company located in. read more

The seventh edition of the National Agricultural Lands Bank (BTA) kicks off, offering the sale of 428 plots totaling 11,416 hectares. Starting from last Friday, May 31st, it is possible to submit expressions of interest. The lands can be viewed on read more

In the month of May, the International Working Group in Spinach (IWGP) named a new strain of downy mildew (Peronospora effusa) on spinach: Pe.20. Isolates of this new strain have been reported in Europe and the United States. read more