Mexico's changing position in the global agricultural technology sector and sustainable food production will be highlighted at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit, scheduled to take place in Mexico City on October 28 and 29, 2025. With climate fluctuations, water scarcity, and trade reliance causing uncertainty in the Americas, the event will address these challenges. read more

The Region continues to invest in high-quality fruit growing, allocating nearly 730 thousand euros to support the promotion and valorization of one of its most famous and appreciated excellences: the PDO Emilia-Romagna pear. The funds will be granted through the new call for proposals. read more

Rząd w Panamie rzekomo dał Ministrowi Handlu Julio Moltó zielone światło do podpisania umów z Chiquita Panama i ponownego aktywowania działalności bananowej w Bocas del Toro.

The government in Panama has reportedly given Minister of Commerce Julio Moltó the green light to sign agreements with Chiquita Panama and reactivate its banana activity in Bocas del Toro. read more

In Lower Saxony's areas, the apple berry, originating from North America, grows very well, as reported by the Landvolk Pressedienst. "This year, we are four weeks ahead of schedule compared to usual, so the harvest is nearly completed," says Lars Grossmann, managing director of Heide-Aronia. read more

The Mexican avocado industry is committing to a legally binding conservation agreement with the federal government of Mexico that aims to ensure that all avocado exports are deforestation-free by 2030. As the first to join this deforestation-free agreement, the Mexican avocado industry is setting a precedent. read more

Organto Foods Inc., based in Toronto and Breda, Canada, has released its financial results for the three and six-month periods ending on June 30, 2025. All figures are in Canadian dollars. In the second quarter, sales reached US$12.6 million (C$17.2 million), representing a 291% increase. read more

At 7:00 this morning, the doors opened to the Plantarium|Groen-Direkt trade show in the Netherlands. The fair hosts 230 stands, thousands of directly available sample lots, and shines a spotlight on new product introductions to kick off the autumn season. read more

North Macedonia currently has a large supply of pineapples imported from Costa Rica, which is over 10,500 km away. Retail prices range from 80 to 160 MKD per piece (€1.30–€2.60), making them up to seven times cheaper than domestic fruits. One pineapple costs less than a kilogram of peaches. read more

With the transition from winter to spring, the end of imported lemon shipments from the southern hemisphere to the U.S. is approaching. Despite this, North American markets are still receiving some shipments from Chile and a smaller volume from South Africa. "This has been a particularly challenging season." read more

As the first industry to sign this agreement for the complete avoidance of deforestation, the Mexican avocado industry aims to set a national example and advance its path towards sustainability. read more

"Every time we set up a farm, a fair number of staff at the site appear somewhat skeptical initially," says Tyler Blair, CEO and Co-Founder of Bit-Farms in Michigan, USA. "But three weeks later, they're thanking us for our work. I'm not exactly sure what changes during that time, but they ..." read more

Research is ongoing to investigate the impact of diet on sleep quality, with findings suggesting that both the quality of food and the timing of meals are significant factors. Studies suggest that consuming heavy meals in the evening may disturb sleep, and avoiding caffeine before bedtime can also have a positive effect. read more

Dümmen Orange has recently completed a hectic yet fruitful summer trial season in North America. The selected Dümmen Orange 2025 spotlight varieties showcase excellence in terms of color, growth habit, and overall performance in the garden. These annuals and perennials have excelled in various regions. read more

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Mimo nałożenia ceł przez Stany Zjednoczone, eksport owoców z Brazylii kontynuował się głównie bez zakłóceń. Według Brazylijskiego Stowarzyszenia Eksporterów Owoców (Abrafrutas), rynek USA wchłonął 14% wolumenu eksportu mango z Brazylii w 2024 roku, co stanowiło 13% całkowitej sprzedaży mango. read more

"Every time we install a farm, a good number of staff at the location seem a little skeptical at first," says Tyler Blair, CEO and Co-Founder of Bit-Farms in Michigan, USA. "But three weeks later, they're thanking us for what we do. I'm not exactly sure what changes during that time, but they..." read more

Po dwóch latach ponadprzeciętnej produkcji jabłek, amerykańscy producenci stoją przed kolejnym sezonem, w którym podaż przewyższa popyt. Prognoza produkcji wynosząca 11,7 miliarda funtów została przedstawiona podczas ostatniego tygodniowego corocznego Konferencji Perspektyw, zorganizowanej przez Stowarzyszenie Jabłek w USA. "Jest wiele informacji do przyswojenia. read more

The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) recently published trade data for June 2025, showing that U.S. pistachio exports amounted to 27.7 thousand metric tons (mt) for that month. This figure was 1.4 thousand mt lower than in May 2025 (-6%), 2.2 thousand mt higher than in June 2024 (+11%), and 1.7 thousand mt greater than the five-year average… read more

The 15% tariffs on European agri-food products have come into effect, without any exemptions for Italian excellences. The decision, resulting from the EU-USA agreement signed at the end of July in Scotland and now formalized, coincides with the reduction of tariffs. read more

In North America, Mastronardi Produce LTD is a well-known name, not only for its unique supermarket packaging but also for its strong emphasis on flavor and quality. "Everything at Mastronardi revolves around delivering the best taste experience," says Christopher Gill, Vice President of… read more