On the occasion of World Water Day, the Costa Rican banana company Varcli Pinares S.A., based in Matina, Limón, achieved a significant industry milestone by reducing water consumption in its packaging processes by over 80%. This accomplishment was made possible by an innovative method developed by its founder, Felipe. read more

The Carabinieri Section for the Protection of Food and Agriculture in Messina executed, in the local province, a Decree issued by the Office of the Preliminary Investigations Judge at the Messina Court upon request of the European Prosecutors' Office - Delegated European Prosecutors for Sicily, based in. read more

Last week, Rolf Weber from Global Producers traveled to Costa Rica to see for himself the effects of the continuous weather problems on all melon exports to Europe. "The expectations for an end to the consistent weekly rainfall that has been affecting Costa Rica since November have not been met," he stated. read more

Anthurium, which belongs to the Araceae family, is a striking plant species native to the Americas, with its range stretching from northern Mexico to northern Argentina and parts of the Caribbean. In India, Anthurium is extensively cultivated in Mizoram and other northeastern states, where it flourishes in the region's conditions. read more

Polyolefin cling film manufactured in Cape Town will now be produced in the United States due to increasing interest from the USA and Canada. "In the USA, we primarily use the film to wrap red meat, but we are also expanding into fresh produce applications like corn, baby cucumbers, and mushrooms," says Roy Keytel of the Cape Town-based company. read more

Colle d'Oro, a Sicilian company specializing in the production of vegetables with 17 associated producers and 1,000 hectares of greenhouses and open fields, takes another step towards innovation. The company from Ispica (Ragusa), which just last year celebrated 50 years of activity, is once again at the forefront of the sector. read more

During the three-day talks, leading representatives of EU agriculture met with key political decision-makers, industry representatives, and agricultural stakeholders in the USA, according to Copa-Cogeca. read more

The annual Tulip Day at Union Square in San Francisco has once again taken place. On March 22, starting as early as 7:00 AM, visitors gathered in line to take part in this vibrant event. The "tulip garden", which opened its gates to the public at 1:00 PM, gave thousands of people the opportunity. read more

Fleurs de Villes, a floral show that has been featured in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the UK, will be at Phipps Plaza from April 2-6 for its Atlanta debut of Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey. Presented in anticipation of the September release of the third film based on the TV show. read more

The British Ornamentals Association conference emphasized a key challenge for growers: optimizing spray techniques to maximize the effectiveness of biologicals. With increasing pressure to enhance efficiency while minimizing water usage and drift, fine-tuning spray applications has become more crucial than ever. read more

The export volumes of avocados from Morocco are on the rise, according to a report by EastFruit. In the 2023/24 season, Morocco set a new record by exporting 56.7 thousand tons of avocados, valued at $179 million. This represents a 25% increase from the previous season. read more

Daniel Badger from Vitafresh said, "The sweet potato market is currently very active. With the Egyptian season ending and limited US supplies, there is a shortage. There is also not much coming from Honduras, and sweet potatoes from South America are expensive." Vitafresh is aiming to address the supply gap. read more

The global market for bell peppers is currently experiencing a combination of price fluctuations, production difficulties, and export advancements in key regions. In North America, the prices of bell peppers are gradually increasing due to lower plantings in Mexico and uncertainties surrounding potential tariffs, as well as advancements in greenhouse production. read more

For over 30 years, EARTH University in Costa Rica has been providing students with a distinct opportunity to study agricultural and horticultural sciences, food chains, ethical entrepreneurship, and social and environmental issues. The university is renowned for its hands-on, practical approach to education. read more

The customer is always right, as retailers have long opined, albeit with a hint of cynicism attached to that dubious statement. In reality, however, the customer can only be consistently right if they have access to all the relevant data available and have not been influenced by misleading information. read more

Tunisia is one of the world's leading sources of prickly pears, second only to Mexico. The country accounts for a third of the world's prickly pear production and is the world's leading producer of organic prickly pears despite facing tough competition. read more

In the USA, there are often discussions about the nutritional value of potatoes, especially when comparing sweet potatoes and white potatoes. Potatoes USA addresses these misconceptions by emphasizing that both types offer similar nutritional benefits. Despite the media narratives, both types of potatoes are nutritious. read more

North American citrus fruits are currently in peak season, particularly from states like California, Florida, and Texas. According to Alejandro Moralejo, CEO of Salix Fruits, "Domestic citrus products are leading the market due to favorable weather conditions and promising projections for both quantity and quality." This year, there is a strong supply of domestic fruits. read more

Spending on perennial plants is expected to be strong in 2025, with color and quality being the top considerations, as per a recent survey conducted by Proven Winners. The 2025 Perennial Survey collected feedback from over 14,000 gardeners in the United States and Canada. read more

The introduction of tariffs on fresh products imported from Canada and Mexico could have a significant impact on fruit and vegetable consumption in the United States, as reported by thepacker.com. In addition to making these products less accessible to American citizens, the measure could complicate... read more