Better returns, but lower yields and higher costs for New Zealand onions
The New Zealand onion harvest was finished on time and the bulk of the seasons exports have been shipped. Planting has started for the new season albeit a bit stop start due to more wet weather.

Brazil presents orange variety resistant to yellowing
The disease, also known as Citrus Variegated Chlorosis (CVC), has been affecting Brazilian orchards since the 1980s. It can be transmitted by insects or contaminated seedlings. The new variety

Is aubergine good for weight loss?
Not only is it low in calories and rich in fibre, but it also contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. What's more, it can be prepared in a variety of delicious and simple ways,

Eksport wiśni mrożonych w I kw. 2023 r.
Wolumen eksportu do Polski mrożonych wiśni (kategoria CN 08119075 - Wiśnie (Prunus cerasus) niegotowane lub gotowane na parze lub w wodzie, zamrożone, niezawierające dodatku cukru

Increasing fruit and veg consumption ‘equivalent to walking 4,000 extra steps a day’
New research suggests that eating a diet high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains could be as good for your heart as walking 4,000 extra steps a day. The study was published in the European

ZVG welcomes EU decision on Nitrate Directive - criticism of Fertiliser Ordinance remains
The German Horticultural Association (Zentralverband Gartenbau, ZVG) is relieved that the EU Commission has dropped the infringement proceedings against Germany for non-compliance with the EU

The harvest of the first "Pfälzer Grumbeere" is underway
According to the "Pfälzer Grumbeere" growers' association, a handful of growers in the southwest are already harvesting this special spring delicacy. If the weather continues to be good, more

Eroski reinforces the logistics of its fresh products
The space has a staff of more than 130 people and a total working area of more than 14,000 m² for four refrigerated areas at different temperatures and more than 30 loading/unloading docks where

Italy if it opts in front of the PPWR
The future European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has generated deep unease in the agricultural sector about the ban on packaging for fruit and vegetables. At the European level,

BelOrta marks start of local blueberry campaign
Belgian cooperative BelOrta has announced the year’s first sale of locally grown blueberries, produced by Albert and Maarten Royakkers from Kinrooi. These Duke variety blueberries were bought by