Chinese research offers promise to prevent spread of Brown marmorated stink bug in New Zealand
Zespri International is funding research to understand the lifecycle of the brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) on organic and conventional kiwifruit in China, part of its native range.

Tomato, seedlings grow on posidonia accumulations
The benefits of brackish soil for crops are now well known but tomato plants have never been seen on the seafront. It happens in Bari where - as reported by the Corriere del Mezzogiorno - the

New Zealand’s kiwi producers expect far smaller 2023 crop
New Zealand’s kiwifruit producers are estimating far lower volumes this year, although quality is expected to be high. This is the result of difficult weather conditions during the 2023 growing

Fasolka szparagowa wciąż droga
Ceny fasolki szparagowej z krajowych upraw pozostają wysokie. W hurcie wciąż warzywo to jest droższe niż w analogicznym okresie sezonu 2022. A przecież już tamten sezon

Driscoll’s celebrates 10 years in China with eye on further growth
California-based fresh berries expert Driscoll’s is celebrating a decade in China by announcing the tripling of its investment in the country over the next five years. Miles Reiter, chairman and

Apples and blackberries may help lower chances of frailty at later age
Eating foods like apples and blackberries may help lower your chances of developing frailty. Frailty is generally characterised by issues like reduced muscle strength and fatigue. Now, new

Ever wanted to tour a Hawaiian pineapple farm?
Dole Food Company Hawaii, part of Dole plc, has launched a hands-on, behind-the-scenes agricultural tour of the original Dole pineapple farm on Oahu in Hawaii. For visitors and locals wanting an