Large and plump strawberries at Karol's place. Everyone is amazed!
2024-05-19 00:00
When growing strawberries or other berry plants in organic substrates, there is a belief that the substrate mat or pot should be used for only one cultivation cycle. However, Karol Bierła refutes this view. Already in the 6th year
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Po ogłoszeniu przez Generalną Administrację Celna Chin (GAC), Węgry otrzymały zgodę na eksport świeżych wiśni do Chin, pod warunkiem spełnienia określonych wymagań - zauważa FreshPlaza.
After the announcement by China's General Administration of Customs (GAC), Hungary has been granted permission to export fresh cherries to China, contingent on meeting specific requirements, as noted by FreshPlaza. read more
After the announcement by China's General Administration of Customs (GAC), Hungary has been granted permission to export fresh cherries to China, contingent on meeting specific requirements, as noted by FreshPlaza. read more
Recovery of frost-damaged raspberry canes on plantations
2024-05-18 00:00
Many raspberry plantations, both summer and autumn varieties, are experiencing unusual shoot development. In many cases, these damages are caused by April-May frosts. The most severe damages are visible after cutting the shoots.
read moreThe Sicilian grape season started 10 days earlier than in 2023.
2024-05-18 00:00
"We began harvesting on May 11th, which is 10 days earlier than last season. Currently, the volumes are limited, with only about a dozen pallets being shipped to domestic and foreign markets every other day. Quantities are expected to increase towards the end of the month, so supplies will"
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Crop covers saved the strawberry plantations.
2024-05-18 00:00
This year, agricultural fabrics remained on the strawberry plantations for quite a long time. The most important thing is that they fulfilled their task and protected the flowers and fruits from damage caused by low temperatures. The condition of the covered plantations also seems to be
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South Africa’s table grape industry organization, Sati, has expressed satisfaction with the early outcomes of this year’s promotional campaign in Vietnam and China.
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An early start for Portuguese apricots
2024-05-17 17:00
Hailstorms in northern Portugal have caused a slight decrease in apricot volumes this year for Granfer, the country's top stone fruit producer. However, the harvest in Alentejo, another key production area further south, is progressing well, as reported by the head of commerce.
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WAO responds to the 'inaccurate' Christian Aid report on avocados.
2024-05-17 16:00
The World Avocado Organization (WAO), representing global avocado growers, has responded to a report from the NGO Christian Aid that focuses on "thirsty" avocado plants as significant contributors to water shortages and high carbon emissions in producer countries prone to drought.
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The first shipment of South African clementines for the new season has arrived in the US.
2024-05-17 15:00
Pierwsze mandarynki z południowoafrykańskiego sezonu cytrusowego w 2024 roku pojawią się w sklepach detalicznych w USA od przyszłego tygodnia, gdy rozpocznie się sezon eksportowy.
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The Fruchthandel Magazin wishes you a Happy Pentecost!
2024-05-17 14:00
From May 21st onwards, we will be back to provide you with the latest news and updates on fruits and vegetables from the fresh produce industry.
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Earth & Wheat introduces frozen banana snacks to its quirky fruit and vegetable boxes.
2024-05-17 13:00
The quirky and surplus food subscription service Earth & Wheat has teamed up with frozen snack brand Pukpip to combat banana waste and collaborate with eco-friendly retailers.
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Soil Association Exchange is broadening its sustainability metrics.
2024-05-17 12:00
Hundreds of British farmers covering nearly 200,000 hectares have contributed to a scientific review of sustainability metrics, establishing benchmarks that showcase the positive outcomes delivered by farms.
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Maersk inaugurates new facility in Rotterdam.
2024-05-17 12:00
AP Moller-Maersk has opened a specialized cross-dock warehouse in Rotterdam at its Maasvlakte II terminal.
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Lidl Austria: "Living Wage Bananas" project guarantees living wages in the banana supply chain.
2024-05-17 11:00
Together with the producers, suppliers, and partners FLOCERT and IDH, a pioneering system was developed as part of the Lidl project "Living Wage" to ensure that the necessary price premium is in place to close the wage gap towards a living wage for Lidl's share.
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Edeka Minden-Hannover is vigorously advancing the decarbonization of its delivery processes.
2024-05-17 11:00
Because with certified REFUEL Bio-LNG, only carbon dioxide that was previously removed from the atmosphere is released. In the first year alone, Edeka Minden-Hannover has demonstrably saved around 16,000 tons of CO2 in this way. "Whether a sustainable operation of truck fleets today and in the near"
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Valencia: Higher summer fruit production expected
2024-05-17 11:00
Overall, the agricultural organization expects a total harvest of 13,120 tons of summer fruit in Valencia. Out of this, 6,500 tons (50%) are accounted for by peaches, Paraguayos, and nectarines, 5,223 tons (40%) by plums, and 1,355 tons (10%) by apricots. 75% (9,878 tons) of the production comes from the province.
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Federal Minister of Agriculture Cem Özdemir handed over funding certificates to the three consortium partners: Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences (HSWT), Technology and Promotion Center in the Competence Center for Renewable Resources (TFZ), and the Federal Association of Bioenergy (BBE e.V.).
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The new website offers a seamless, intuitive user experience that provides easy access to comprehensive details about the sustainable practices and diverse product range of Westfalia Fruit. The homepage was designed with the user in mind and allows for a
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Eksport awokado Hass z Kolumbii do USA ma wynieść w tym roku 50 milionów funtów, co oznacza wzrost o 50 procent w porównaniu z 32 milionami funtów wysłanymi w 2023 roku - takie dane podała Kolumbijska Rada Awokado.
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A retailer of fruits and vegetables has been disqualified due to misconduct related to Covid loans.
2024-05-17 10:00
The director of a fruit and vegetable retailer, who misused more than half of a Covid loan by investing it in the stock market instead of using it for business purposes, has been disqualified and instructed to repay the funds.
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