Growers and shippers discuss impact of U.S. port strike

Growers and shippers hope for quick resolution to East Coast port strike

Tens of thousands of dockworkers have gone on strike indefinitely, affecting about 14 ports along the East and Gulf Coasts. "The strike is quite…

Ushering in 25 years with new stone fruit varieties, strong grape availability and more

As Pacific Trellis Fruit marks its 25th anniversary, the company reflects on a quarter-century of delivering premium fresh fruit and innovation within…

Sweet potato harvest underway in North Carolina

Harvest has begun in North Carolina on the state's sweet potato crop. For 3 Star Produce, it began last week which is later compared to others in the…

North Florida agriculture suffers from Hurricane Helene

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, North Florida's agricultural sector is grappling with extensive damage. The hurricane, which swept through the…

Veg Fresh Farms expands team

Veg Fresh Farms has brought on Abel Ramos, Jeff Young, and Victor Rodarte to bolster its offerings in Hispanic specialties, chili peppers, squash, onions, potatoes, and…

Peru's role in global agricultural supply

Peru is emerging as a key player in the global market for fruits and vegetables, with its agricultural exports totaling US$10.545 billion by the end of 2023.…

Florida launches interest-free loan program for agriculture and aquaculture producers affected by Hurricane Helene

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson has announced that Florida farmers, ranchers, and growers impacted by Hurricane Helene can now apply for…

A milestone for UK horticulture growers

British beetroot breaks into the US market

Marking a huge win for UK horticulture growers, British beetroot will now be allowed to enter the United States (US) for the first time fresh off the…

Sinaloa's coconut production continues to plummet

As Mexico's copra and coconut exports grow, Sinaloa's production continues to experience a decreasing trend. According to the country's State Statistical and…

Turning asparagus tags pink to support National Breast Cancer Foundation

Farm Direct Supply (FDS) is continuing its partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), a leading breast cancer organization helping…

University of Maine's caribou russet potato gains traction

Nearly a decade following its introduction, the University of Maine's Caribou Russet potato variety is gaining popularity among both consumers and producers in…

Reps. Panetta and Valadao introduce $14 billion agriculture disaster relief bill

Today, Reps. Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and David G. Valadao (CA-22) introduced the Agriculture Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act. The bill provides…

Pioneer Valley, Massachusetts farmers face soil disease challenge

Some squash, pumpkin, and potato farmers in the Pioneer Valley are contending with a soil-based disease known as Phytophthora capsici, which has been likened…

Peruvian smallholder farmers contribute significantly to blueberry production

Peru's blueberry production has experienced remarkable development since 2011, when Sierra Exportadora launched the Peru Berries program, now known as…

Haiti terminal operations halted due to social unrest

In light of the recent social unrest in Haiti, which has disrupted normal operations at the terminal, a decision has been made to halt all new bookings to and…

“Opening of Asian markets a potential game changer for the South African blueberry industry”

The potential opening of markets in China, India, and other parts of Asia could be a "total game changer" for South Africa's rapidly growing blueberry…

Francois Alberts – Carinus Family Vineyards

“Everyone’s done picking mandarins by the time we start."

In the microclimate of Lynedoch, between Stellenbosch and Kuils River, a wine farm harvests their mandarins so late that the facility where they pack,…

Egyptian citrus industry copes with the Red Sea crisis

Egyptian oranges will hit the market in December, marking the start of the next citrus season. This season begins against the backdrop of the major…

Fresh produce imports stagnate in Libya

Historically, Libya is not known as an exporter of fruit products, with the exception of dates. "Domestic production of fruit and vegetables is limited…

Tjeerd Hoekstra, Dole Europe:

"High but flat price for South African oranges"

With the duty deadline of 15 October looming, South African orange exports to Europe are entering their final phase. "The market is quite quiet at the…

Moldova series - part 6

Anthony Blinken enjoyed Moldovan cherries

Where the north of Moldova excels in apples and the south in grape cultivation, you find the tastiest cherries in the middle of the country. Staragro…

Derk van Stokkum gets off to a flying start with FreshDom

"The award from both customers and suppliers positively surprised me"

After working in the AGF trade for 12 years, Derk van Stokkum switched to a logistics company for nine months last year. That didn't turn out as I he…

Moldova series - part 7

“You get good prices for quality plums throughout November”

Many young people have left Moldova, seeking adventure abroad. Little wonder, since it is Europe's poorest country with few job opportunities,…

Powershake and soup production lines from Amfresh UK ready for auction

The online auction of production lines for powershakes and dairy free soups, on behalf of Amfresh UK Ltd has started on www.Industrial-Auctions.com.…

Perry van der Meer active as inspector for 40 years

"The inspector of the past is the quality advisor of today"

Perry van der Meer, Team Leader of Quality Control at Harvest House, needed 120 pages to complete the photo album of his career. On October 1, will…

Field demo: Pop Friend Seeds/KWS Vegetables

A feast of beans, beets, chard, spinach and a new name

PopFest 2024, the trendy festival hosted by Pop Vriend Seeds from September 24 to 27 on their trial fields in Andijk, had a special significance this…

New Covent Garden Market part one

"We're in a different world now where everything is about service and so fast-paced"

In September New Covent Garden Market held an event to celebrate British Food Fortnight, where growers, traders, stakeholders and, of course the press…

Rachel Depree, Chief Sustainability Officer, Zespri:

“By 2035, we want to be carbon-positive across our supply chain and by 2025 have 100% compostable packaging”

Climate change and adverse weather events associated with it, such as frost, hail, cyclones, heavy rains, and heat waves, present challenges to kiwi…

Eurosemillas invites you to visit its 'Home of Innovation' at Fruit Attraction

"Thanks to the success of the new Adelanto and Alturas strawberries, we've doubled our sales forecast for next season"

Eurosemillas will participate in the upcoming Fruit Attraction fair in Madrid from October 8 to 10. This year, the Spanish company has transformed its…

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New mite found in Sicilian citrus groves

At the end of August this year, the presence of a widespread infestation caused by a new phytophagous mite introduced into Italy was confirmed…

Azcaval presenting the new BELT-80 Lowest at Fruit Attraction

The ultimate packaging solution for cherries and sensitive stone fruit

Fruit Attraction will be the perfect setting for Azcaval to present its new Belt-80 packaging line. "The new Belt-80 Lowest is specially designed for…

Christophe Artero, FDA International

"Kawane apples have a lot to offer to international clients"

For the 2024 edition of Fruit Attraction, FDA International has decided to showcase its new apple sold under the name Kawane. According to company…

Koppert’s cress impresses at London showcase event

Harwoods of London, the New Covent Garden Market (NCGM) catering distributor, and cress and microgreen breeder and grower Koppert Cress held an event…

BayWa AG presents figures for the first half of the year 2024

Following the completion of impairment tests in accordance with IAS 36 BayWa AG presented its half-year report for the current financial year 2024…

PepsiCo automated its first potatoes warehouse in Poland with Mecalux

The intralogistics group Mecalux has installed PepsiCo's first automated warehouse in Poland. The global food and beverage company has operated along…

Global Liner Performance report August 2024

Global schedule reliability remains stable at 50%-55% in 2024

Sea-Intelligence has published issue 157 of the Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, with schedule reliability figures up to and including August 2024. As…

Government secures market access for blueberries to Korea

The Government has secured market access for New Zealand blueberries to Korea, unlocking an estimated $5 million in annual export opportunities for Kiwi…

1st International Strawberry-Raspberry Conference – Berry Forum 2024

This new event is for those who are focused on modern and profitable production of strawberries and raspberries. The conference will take place on…

Mike de Koster, WDK Onions:

“A cent extra a week would be nice”

In early September, Mike de Koster of WDK Onions was hard at work bringing in his crop. "Rain is expected again next week, so we have to get it done…

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Using vegetables in architecture

Architect Fatih Eksi, founder of Blick3d Production Architecture Studio, uses AI to create designs inspired by vegetables, fruits, and daily objects. With over 15 years in…

Atemoya's journey from crossbreeding to market shelves in Brazil

The atemoya, a hybrid fruit derived from the cherimoya and the custard apple, has carved out its niche in fruit and vegetable retail sectors. Originating from…

Shine Muscat aiding in altering farming perceptions in Yamanashi, Japan

A grape variety known as Shine Muscat is being recognized for its role in changing the perception that farming lacks profitability, according to officials in…

Innovative cherry varieties show promise for inland agriculture in Australia

An international plant breeding firm has introduced new cherry varieties designed to endure the challenging dry and hot conditions typical of Australia's…

Virus-hit tomatoes are safe to eat according to food authority

In the wake of the tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) affecting crops in South Australia's Northern Adelaide Plains, Food Standards Australia New Zealand…

Assistance hub opens in South Australia amid tomato virus outbreak

In response to the outbreak of Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) in South Australia, the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) has…

Scrapping of "not for EU" food labels in the UK

The Labour government is set to announce the discontinuation of a Brexit policy mandating "Not for EU" labels on food products sold throughout Great Britain.…