The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has announced the official launch of the island's inaugural National Flower Festival, which is scheduled for November 8 to 15, 2026. The organization has said that the event will be a week-long celebration of floral artistry and community spirit. read more

Gardin has appointed Hendin Solutions as a dealer for North American sales. In turn, Hendin Solutions has partnered with Sun Parlour Grower Supply Ltd. of Leamington, Ontario to lead sales in Ontario. Gardin is a British company transforming horticulture with cutting-edge sensor technology. read more

Oppy has been named one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, marking the fourth time the company has received this national recognition, and has been officially inducted into Waterstone Human Capital's Hall of Fame. read more

The watermelon supply from Sonora, Mexico is expected to finish earlier this season. According to Scott Vandervoet of Vandervoet & Associates, this is due to the majority of the crop ripening ahead of schedule because of the above-average temperatures in October. read more

The global banana industry is on high alert as Fusarium Wilt Tropical Race 4 (FW-TR4) and Sigatoka diseases pose serious challenges for banana growers and global traders worldwide, according to Hun Chong Tan, Business Head of Innoterra Bioscience. "The Cavendish variety is on the brink of..." read more

As part of its crop dialogue series, Aneberries presented the outlook for Mexico's 2025-2026 blueberry campaign. The webinar featured representatives from Agronacer, Berries Paradise, Driscoll's, Sun Belle, Hortifrut, Prize, Fall Creek, and Planasa. The panel discussion was moderated by Juan José. read more

The World Citrus Organisation (WCO) wydało wstępne coroczne prognozy dotyczące cytrusów na półkuli północnej na sezon 2025/26. Prognoza oparta jest na danych z Egiptu, Grecji, Izraela, Włoch, Maroka, Hiszpanii, Tunezji, Turcji, USA i Portugalii i wskazuje, że produkcja cytrusów ma osiągnąć. read more

Kilka lat temu wprowadzono na rynek cytryny bezpestkowe firmy Wonderful Seedless Lemons. Choć początkowo były uprawiane w Południowej Kalifornii, produkcja rozszerzyła się na Środkową Kalifornię i Meksyk. "Obecnie większość naszego zapasu pochodzi z Kalifornii, rozlokowanej w głównych rejonach uprawy cytryn," powiedział. read more

Green Circle Growers has become the first grower in North America to implement the Automatic Growcoon Dispenser Advanced. Green Circle Growers was already using the Automatic Dispenser Basic version to dispense Growcoons as efficiently as possible. The upgrade to the Advanced line not only provided them with additional features and capabilities, but also enhanced their overall efficiency in the process. read more

Selecta One North America has announced that for the 2026 production season, twenty-five popular geranium varieties will be available through YecaFlora, a high-quality vegetative cuttings farm located in Yecapixtla, Mexico. These Selecta One Geraniums are now available for booking. read more

Rząd USA zgodził się wydać do 30 mln dolarów na nadmiar cytrusów i rozprowadzić je do banków żywności oraz programów pomocy żywieniowej w całym kraju. read more

ProDominicana focuses on the development of the Dominican agricultural sector and the initiatives put in place to assist exporters in the face of current market difficulties. "Our primary agricultural export products include avocado, mango, banana, and pineapple. Nevertheless, we are observing a significant growth in the emerging sector. read more

The most recent UK wholesale banana price report indicates that bananas from Dollar-origin sources have increased in price for the week, while those from ACP (Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific) countries have remained the same. Belize was the only ACP country with a quoted price this week, with an average of £0.99 per kg, unchanged from the previous week. Cameroon and the read more

The consumption of sweet peppers is increasing as more consumers adopt healthier diets. Sweet peppers are versatile, available in various shapes, colors, sizes, and flavors, making them popular among consumers. This vegetable meets the demands of today's consumers who are seeking diverse and nutritious food options. read more

The hispano citrus season is in full swing, which means that the flagship Llusar from Guido Fruit is once again hitting the shelves. The Flemish importer has maintained a partnership with the renowned brand for more than 20 years, and this winter too, trucks from Spanish Llusar are travelling. read more

The Essential Costa Rica country brand has introduced a pineapple promotion in key European markets as part of its international campaign "The Natural Choice". read more

A violent hailstorm hit the La Ribera region on Monday, November 17, causing extensive damage to around 5,000 tons of fruit in the municipalities of Carlet and Massalavés, as reported by Portalfruticola.com. These are the initial estimates provided by the Valencian Farmers Association. read more

The supply of fresh fruits and vegetables to consumers in the United States still relies on three main sources: domestically grown produce harvested either by machines or migrant workers, and imported produce from countries with lower wages. Currently, the United States imports 60 percent of its fresh fruit and 35 percent. read more

The export markets for fruits and vegetables from the United States have demonstrated steady long-term resilience from 2015 to 2024, with gradual recovery after a decline in 2020 and renewed growth through 2024. Canada maintained its position as the primary destination throughout the period, while markets like Mexico, Japan, South Korea, read more

GrowTech Antalya is a trade show with two distinct aspects. On one hand, the aisles are crowded with thousands of Turkish growers eager to explore new varieties, fertilizers, and greenhouse coverings. On the other hand, many exhibitors are not primarily focused on the domestic market. Despite that, the exhibition continues to attract a diverse range of visitors and participants. read more