The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit will be held in Mexico City on October 28-29, gathering fintech companies, development banks, and agribusiness leaders to discuss the evolution of smallholder finance in Latin America. Access to credit continues to be one of the most challenging barriers for them. read more

The Royal Honey Murcott is a mid-season mandarin developed in Mundubbera, Australia. It is likely a hybrid of Murcott and Ellendale, which was a chance mutation created by Allen and Susan Jenkin from Ironbark Citrus. The season for this variety typically runs from mid-May to June in Queensland and from mid-June to. read more

At Biologische Tuinderij De Waog in Neer, the sweet potato harvest is in full swing. Owner Joep van de Bool expects a total gross yield of over a thousand tonnes this year, which is a positive outlook despite earlier challenges with planting material, resulting in a 30% reduction in planting. read more

Agrintesa, an Italian agricultural cooperative, is evaluating its production and market performance after selling 58 thousand tons of summer stone fruit. "Our production levels are satisfactory," stated director Cristian Moretti. "Although the sale of 58 thousand tons does not fully showcase our potential, we are pleased with the results." read more

Ecuadorian organic bananas are beginning to make progress in the Asian market, thanks to recent free trade agreements that allow them to compete more effectively with other exporting countries. Currently, all of Ecuador's organic banana exports are sent to Europe and North America, but Asia is starting to gain ground as well. read more

When Growcer acquired the assets of container-farming company Freight Farms in July 2025, it marked a significant moment for North American controlled-environment agriculture. Freight Farms left behind customers in over 500 locations, a substantial software and parts ecosystem, and a support system. read more

The Dominican Republic is once again establishing itself as one of the most attractive and reliable sources for organic bananas, thanks to its strong performance in 2025 and optimistic outlook for 2026. This assessment comes from Fresh Fruit Dominicana, a family-owned Belgian company that cultivates and exports bananas. read more

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has granted provisional approval for Expo 2031 Minnesota, USA. This Expo is planned to take place from May 1 to October 15, 2031 in Dakota County, and it will be the first A1 International Horticultural Expo to be held on American soil. read more

Argos Packaging has been announced as the winner of the Rethink Award 2025 in the Reduce & Reuse category. The award was given for the APP Flowercrate, a reusable crate solution specially developed for the floriculture industry. The APP Flowercrate replaces single-use cardboard and outdated packaging methods. read more

Cherry farmers in Northern Michigan are reporting the conclusion of a challenging season, with state officials cautioning that specialty crop production is nearing a critical point. Some farmers are experimenting with new product formats, but there is still a lot of uncertainty. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is closely monitoring the situation. read more

Ostatnie "Porozumienie Ramowe" osiągnięte między USA i UE obejmuje orzechy drzewne jako jeden z amerykańskich produktów, na których UE zamierza zlikwidować cła. Jednak według greckiego handlowca orzechami, to wydarzenie nie zwiększy ich świeżego udziału w rynku. Pan Christos Balestravos, właściciel read more

This week, the Belgian city of Ghent is a gathering place for the international floriculture industry. Industry representatives have been meeting since Monday for the 77th AIPH Annual Congress, which includes a full day dedicated to presentations and discussions at the Industry Conference. read more

Feeding infants blueberries as one of their first solid foods may help enhance their immune systems, decrease allergy symptoms, and promote gut development, according to new research from the University of Colorado Anschutz. The study, published in Nutrients and Frontiers in Nutrition, suggests that introducing blueberries early in a baby's diet may have these beneficial effects. read more

A small number of mango shipments from Mexico entered the U.S. last week, indicating that the country's mango season has officially ended. "We are now depending solely on Brazil for mango supply," says Albert Perez from Continental Fresh. Brazil's production has begun on a small scale, but volumes are expected to increase soon. read more

Promoting Sustainable Agriculture: Solar radiation plays a crucial role in regions like southeastern Spain or northwestern Mexico, where UV levels often surpass standard limits. To address this issue, technological advancements in plastic covers, like those offered by Solplast, are essential for ensuring the sustainability of crops. read more

This week's banana price data shows mixed trends across key Latin American suppliers. Colombia recorded a slight increase, with the average price moving up from £0.99 per kilogram last week to £1.01 this week, a rise of £0.02 or 2%. This placed Colombian bananas among the few origins to see read more

In announcing the agreement, President José Raúl Molino stated that it would modernize and expand the banana sector of the region, creating up to 5,000 jobs. read more

Costa Rica's banana sector is currently experiencing one of its most challenging periods as a result of extreme weather conditions affecting the Caribbean region. Data from the National Banana Corporation (Corbana) indicates that banana exports have dropped by 20.67% in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period. read more

Clearing tills, rebranding, enhancing cold chain technology, and implementing robotics are just a few examples of innovation in the North American mushroom industry. According to Jose Cambon, CEO of Highline, "This innovation can be categorized into two areas: visible innovation and invisible innovation." read more

The Panamanian government has released details of its recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chiquita Panama, which sets the stage for the multinational company to resume its operations in Bocas del Toro. read more