The pineapple sector in Costa Rica, which cultivates pineapples on nearly 50,000 hectares, along with the United Pineapple Growers Chamber (representing almost 35% of exports), is currently facing a situation of low supply due to extreme weather events. This scarcity has led to a significant rise in prices. read more

Avianca Cargo has successfully completed its Mother's Day 2025 season with a historic achievement, transporting over 20,100 tons of fresh flowers—a 15% increase compared to the previous year. The shipments originated from Colombia and Ecuador, reaching various destinations across North America and Europe. read more

Prospiant dalej poszerza swoją kadrę kierowniczą, mianując Dave'a Taylora na stanowisko Dyrektora Generalnego: CEA (Kanada). Jest on bezpośrednio podległy Prezesowi Prospiant, Burkowi Metzgerowi. Jako Dyrektor Generalny: CEA, będzie odpowiedzialny za rozwijanie zdolności operacyjnych i wsparcia klienta w Prospiant. read more

Inspectors at the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and their partners at the City of Holland have been working tirelessly to ensure a pleasant and pest-free Tulip Time. Each spring, hundreds of thousands of visitors descend on Holland to admire stunning floral displays. read more

The banana sector in Panama has lost 450,000 boxes of bananas in the past week due to the protests in the country, which prevented exports. Chiquita Panama, the company in charge of exporting the product, has stated that the plantations were affected by the suspension of agricultural operations. read more

Tosca, a global leader in 100% reusable and recyclable plastic packaging solutions and pooling services, has once again been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal, placing it among the top 5% of organizations with the highest ratings in the last 12 months. read more

Chiquita Panama has reported that it lost 450,000 boxes of bananas intended for export this week as a result of a week-long strike by farm workers that has halted its operations in Bocas del Toro. The company has also cautioned that the continuing strike is leading to the deterioration of its plantations. read more

Z okazji zbliżającego się Dnia Matki, który odbędzie się w ten weekend, specjaliści ds. rolnictwa Służby Celnej i Ochrony Granic USA pracujący na przejściach granicznych w El Paso przygotowują się do sprawdzenia, czy import kwiatów zarówno do użytku osobistego, jak i komercyjnego, jest wolny od insektów, szkodników i chorób. CBP stwierdziło, że jest to niezbędne, abyækład zabezpieczyć nasz kraj przed wprowadzeniem niebezpiecznych organizmów. read more

HB RTS, a provider of reusable transportation items, has refinanced its current debt facilities with a new financing package of EUR 145 million. This refinancing was completed in collaboration with AustralianSuper and Rabobank, following a market process that resulted in favorable terms. read more

Magnesium is a common nutrient deficiency that can occur later in the growing season if supplemental magnesium is not provided. Deficiencies can be caused by various factors, and the likelihood of magnesium deficiency issues varies by geographical location. In many parts of North America, ensuring an adequate supply of magnesium is important. read more

Deficit in the U.S. agricultural trade has gained attention as the value of imported agricultural products has surpassed exports. In 2024, the U.S. imported $213 billion worth of agricultural goods from 184 countries, with Mexico, Canada, and the European Union contributing to almost two-thirds of the total. read more

CalFlowers rozszerzył swoje członkostwo rolnicze. Początkowo dostępne tylko dla firm z Kalifornii, członkostwo jest teraz otwarte dla kwalifikujących się firm rolniczych z całych Stanów Zjednoczonych. Członkostwo rolnicze to unikalny poziom stworzony specjalnie dla firm z siedzibą w USA, które uprawiają lub read more

At IPM 2025, Metazet organized a raffle at their booth, with a Trike-400 as the grand prize. The lucky winner was Plainview Growers, Inc from the United States, a family-owned business with multiple locations and over 30 acres of growing space. Following a delay caused by the distance, since read more

The 73rd edition of the Canadian Tulip Festival returns to the capital this May, bringing 300,000 blooming tulips in 26 gardens, alongside a vibrant lineup of events for all ages. The 11-day festival will take place from May 9–19. It will be launched with a moment of silence and a cannon. read more

Richard Taylor, Chief Real Estate Officer at Lidl GB, said: "This level of investment is a clear sign of our ambitions. As we enter our fourth decade in the UK and move towards a thousand stores, there are still so many parts of the country that..." read more

Ponad 96 000 ton meksykańskich awokado zostało wysłanych do USA przed tegoroczną celebracją Cinco de Mayo, według Stowarzyszenia Producentów, Pakowaczy i Eksporterów Awokado z Meksyku (Apeam). read more

As Mother's Day weekend approaches, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists are reminding travelers about the regulations regarding the importation of flowers and plants from Mexico. This period of the year witnesses an increase in flower imports, which could potentially threaten American agriculture. read more

The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) warns that if the U.S. Department of Commerce terminates the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement (TSA) this summer, Americans could face skyrocketing tomato prices, widespread job losses, and major disruptions across the national food supply. read more

"At SIAL Innovation Canada 2025 - one of the most prestigious international trade fairs dedicated to food innovation - we were awarded for a special tomato flour that we made by recovering and processing the skins of the tomatoes used to make our 'A Sarsa da Nunna' sauce - a homage to the read more

Mexico has the agricultural infrastructure and technical expertise to support year-round mango production. However, there are still constraints on continuous exports. Factors such as climate variability, phenological changes, and the concentration of production from April to August restrict the country's ability to export mangoes consistently throughout the year. read more