"Since the past 6-8 years, technological advancements and innovation have been revolutionizing flower cultivation in Mexico. Over the last 4 years, this transformation process has been accelerated," says Iker Larreategui Zaldua from Ulma Agrícola, an agricultural solutions company. According to Ulma Agrícola, read more

Tosca's collaboration with the Bravo supermarket chain in the Dominican Republic is an example of a successful partnership, created with sustainable, innovative solutions tailored to the needs of this ambitious supermarket chain. read more

The main trends and talking points in the UK tomato sector at the moment include:

1. Sustainable farming practices: There is a growing emphasis on sustainable farming methods, such as using renewable energy sources and reducing water usage in tomato production.

2. Brexit implications: The UK's exit from the EU has impacted the tomato sector, particularly in terms of trade agreements and access to labor for harvesting.

3. Demand for locally grown produce: Consumers are increasingly interested in buying locally grown tomatoes, leading to a rise in demand for UK-grown products.

4. Innovation in greenhouse technology: Advances in greenhouse technology are enabling year-round tomato production in the UK, meeting the demand for fresh tomatoes even in the off-season.

5. Food safety and traceability: There is a focus on ensuring the safety and traceability of tomatoes, with consumers becoming more conscious of where their food comes from.

6. Varied tomato varieties: The UK tomato sector is seeing an increase in the popularity of heirloom and specialty tomato varieties, catering to diverse consumer preferences.

These trends and talking points are shaping the current landscape of the tomato sector in the UK. read more

Podczas gdy sezon krajowych cytrusów w USA trwa w pełni, Peru, Afryka Południowa i Chile przygotowują się do swoich sezonów. "Wszyscy starają się przewidzieć, co stanie się w Kalifornii, ponieważ to będzie decydować o czasie importu" - mówi Miles Fraser-Jones z Sierra Produce. Wczesny. read more

As the dry season nears its end, the Panama Canal is adjusting to the climate conditions. In accordance with the current and forecasted water levels of Gatun Lake, and as a result of the Operational Water Strategy (OWS) implemented by the Panama Canal, additional slots that were announced earlier this month are now... read more

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Mexico/Texas Rio Grande Valley: David DeBerry from Southwest Onion Growers in McAllen, TX, reported on April 10th that business is thriving in both growing regions. "We are experiencing strong sales for both Mexican and the new Texas onions," David stated. "Total crossings from Mexico have increased slightly recently, leading to an uptick in demand." read more

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Mexico/Texas Rio Grande Valley: David DeBerry from Southwest Onion Growers in McAllen, TX, reported on April 10 that business is thriving in both growing regions. According to David, "Movement is very good on both Mexican and the new Texas onions." He also mentioned that "Total Mexico crossings spiked up a bit for about a." read more

Approaching the end of the dry season, the Panama Canal is adjusting to the weather conditions. Taking into account the current and predicted water levels of Gatun Lake, and in accordance with the Operational Water Strategy (OWS) implemented by the Panama Canal, additional transit slots that were announced earlier this month are now... read more

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"We are a small company and have been commercially breeding vegetable seeds for about six years now," says Jacob Van Den Bosch of Van Den Bosch Seeds in British Columbia, Canada. The company, owned by father and son, sees itself as a small player in the vegetable seed industry, with a high level of specialization. read more

Yesterday morning, the presentation of the 2023 Report on the activities of the Central Inspectorate Department for the Protection of Quality and Fraud Repression of Agri-Food Products (Icqrf) took place at the Polyfunctional Hall of the Prime Minister's Office in Rome. read more

Restu Hajat Keluarga is a lime producer located in Gresik, East Java, Indonesia. The limes are cultivated in several villages, including Glatik, Kebunagung, Bolo, and other villages around the Ujungpangkah sub-district. "In addition to our own lime cultivation, we also work with other growers who supply us. read more

Ten Have Plant is a company that prioritizes a sustainable future. This commitment is evident in their energy-efficient cultivation practices using geothermal heat, LED lighting, and CHP (combined heat and power), as well as their use of natural capital for crop protection and efficient water usage. Additionally, Ten Have Plant places emphasis on eco-friendly packaging solutions. read more

Okanagan Specialty Fruits® (OSF), the developer and grower of the Arctic® apple varieties, has received approval from Canadian regulatory agencies to move forward with the commercialization of their newest apple variety, Arctic Gala. Health Canada (HC) has informed OSF that it has no read more

W USA władze podjęły działania przeciwko podmiotom nadużywającym marki Zespri w lokalnej sprzedaży owoców. Współpracując z policją w Szanghaju, Zespri skierowało swoje działania przeciwko małej grupie zaangażowanej w operacje fałszerstw, co doprowadziło do przeprowadzenia kilku nalotów. Okazało się, że te operacje miały także wpływ na firmę Dole. read more

Ten Have Plant is a company that prioritizes a sustainable future. This commitment is evident in their energy-efficient cultivation methods using geothermal heat, LED lighting, and combined heat and power (CHP) technology, as well as their use of natural crop protection methods and efficient water usage. Additionally, Ten Have Plant places an emphasis on reducing packaging waste. read more

Okanagan Specialty Fruits® (OSF), the company responsible for developing and growing the Arctic® apple varieties, has been given approval by Canadian regulatory agencies to move forward with the commercialization of their newest apple variety, Arctic Gala. Health Canada (HC) has informed OSF that they have no read more

"We are a small company and have been breeding vegetable seeds commercially for about six years now," says Jacob Van Den Bosch of Van Den Bosch Seeds in British Columbia, Canada. The father-son owned company considers itself a small player in the world of vegetable seeds, highly specializing in. read more

According to José Ángel Crespo, "90 percent of Mexico's production is focused on the United States market, but it is very important to be able to

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Restu Hajat Keluarga is a lime grower located in Gresik, East Java, Indonesia. The limes are cultivated in various villages, including Glatik, Kebunagung, Bolo, and other villages in the Ujungpangkah sub-district. In addition to our own cultivation, we also work with other lime growers who supply us. read more