In response to the decrease in papaya production, the Barbados Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with two partner organizations, is implementing measures to improve farmer yields. The drop in production, caused by the widespread bunchy top disease, has had a significant impact on the island's papaya output both domestically and internationally. read more

Rządy Nowego Brunszwiku i Ottawy przeznaczają do 25 milionów dolarów na wsparcie producentów ziemniaków w Nowym Brunszwiku dotkniętych "nadmierną wilgocią" podczas poprzedniego sezonu uprawy. Ten fundusz, część Inicjatywy AgriRecovery Ziemniaków Kanady-Nowego Brunszwiku 2023, ma na celu pokrycie...

The governments of New Brunswick and Ottawa are allocating up to $25 million in support to potato producers in New Brunswick impacted by "excessive moisture" during the previous growing season. This funding, part of the 2023 Canada-New Brunswick Potato AgriRecovery Initiative, aims to cover... read more

There are 10 Italian fruit and vegetable companies that will be hosted at the space organized by Assomela, Cso Italy, and Fruitimprese from September 21st to 29th. read more

Agencja Stanów Zjednoczonych do Rozwoju Międzynarodowego (USAID) przeznaczyła 440 480 dolarów (ponad 7 milionów GH¢) na poprawę produkcji suszonych owoców w Ghanie. Inicjatywa ta ma na celu wzmocnienie handlu i tworzenie miejsc pracy poprzez rozbudowę zdolności przetwórczych firmy Pure and Just Limited. Ghańskie przedsiębiorstwo specjalizuje się w... read more

Resistance to diseases such as Bremia or Fusarium is therefore of great importance. This was also emphasized at this year's vegetable cultivation field day organized by Enza Zaden Germany GmbH & Co. KG. At the anniversary edition of the field day, which was held for the 20th time, read more

The reusable bag is one of several measures that the Rewe delivery service wants to make even more sustainable. We are constantly working on new ideas on how we can further improve our offerings for the benefit of consumers and the environment. And we are testing which of these ideas will work in the market. read more

According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mexico has solidified its position as the world's second-largest producer and exporter of lemons and limes. This achievement has been made possible by the consistent growth in the cultivation of these citrus fruits, maintaining a read more

Panama-based GreenLab Biotechnology is making a positive impact on agricultural production by utilizing innovative micropropagation techniques to produce in vitro plants. Commercial manager Stefanny Ortiz highlighted that this method allows for the production of plants with high phytosanitary quality, free from contaminants. read more

The exhibition by Gisborne artist Susan Vorster, currently showing at Matawhero Art Gallery, celebrates the opulence of the hydrangea. This flower holds a special place in her heart, as it brings back memories of her grandmother's house in her native South Africa, where bright blue and pink hydrangeas lined the steps. read more

Banana bunchy top disease (BBTD) is a viral disease affecting bananas and plantains (Musa spp., collectively referred to as bananas) caused by the banana bunchy top virus (BBTV) (Kumar et al., 2015; Qazi, 2016; Thomas, 2018). BBTD is considered one of the top 100 invasive species globally (Global Invasive Species Database). read more

Katch Kan Agro (KKA), an agricultural division of Katch Kan Holdings Ltd. based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, has announced its new consulting services for farmers and growers in open ground, greenhouses, and indoor cultivation facilities. KKA offers services in sustainable crop production. read more

Pomimo utrzymującego się wzrostu, produkcja bananów w Dominikanie napotyka znaczące wyzwania na rynku międzynarodowym, zwłaszcza w Europie. Pozwoliło to innym krajom producenckim, takim jak Ekwador, Peru, Kolumbia i Kosztaryka, zyskać przewagę. Według raportu z read more

Costa Rica is expected to see a nearly 7% increase in exports by the end of the year, although the sector's growth is slowing down due to changes in global and domestic interest rates, as well as fluctuations in the dollar exchange rate. This deceleration is noticeable among businesses operating in the country. read more

HyFood cultivates specialty hydroponic peppers in Mexico. Valeria Guadiana Rodriguez from HyFood mentions that they do face competitors in the hot pepper market, but there is still a notable opportunity to explore, particularly in the realm of sustainably produced, top-notch hydroponic goods. "While others may be present in the market, we strive to lead the way in providing premium hydroponically grown products," says Valeria. read more

Zainteresowanie daktylami nadal rośnie na całym świecie, a szczególnie duże zapotrzebowanie panuje na daktyle Medjool z Izraela. Yacov Hason, menedżer ds. marketingu firmy Erel Dates z Izraela, który właśnie wrócił z Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, mówi: "Eksportujemy do Europy, USA, Południowej Afryki oraz". read more

Jardines Urbanos, a Panamanian company with 20 years of experience in the agricultural sector, has decided to focus on the production and future export of pitahaya, according to General Manager Xavier Mora. The company, initially dedicated to producing grass for sports fields, is now shifting its focus. read more

Estrada Company S.A., a Panamanian family business with over 26 years of experience in exporting watermelons, has successfully solidified its position in the growingly competitive European market, overcoming logistical and climatic challenges in the sector. General Manager Jasser read more

In the first semester of 2024, the Italian fruit and vegetable trade on an international scale shows signs of recovery: the trade balance in volume records a 5% increase compared to the same period of the previous year, although the deficit remains significant (-330 thousand tons). read more

Pittsburgh-based Bloomfield Robotics has been acquired by Kubota Corporation, a leading global tractor manufacturer based in Osaka, Japan, through its North American subsidiary, Kubota North America Corporation. read more

"Luis Angulo from Syngenta says, 'Today's growers need to achieve the highest production and the best quality to defend themselves in a highly competitive market, trying to ensure greater profitability.' That's why last month, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds hosted a Cucurbit Master Summit with almost 200 attendees." read more