“Unprecedented situation" for the peach and nectarine 2023 harvest
During the 2023 crop forecast webinar, Eric Hostalnou explained that the sector is “facing an unprecedented situation this year.” The current weather conditions, the drought in Spain and

Turkey is increasing the export of fresh vegetables and fruits
In April, Turkey exported 326,020 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables worth $235.7 million, according to the head of the Mediterranean Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Exporters Association, Ferhat

"We want to bring our cost savings, service, and technology to the produce industry"
Tychon Packaging announced their entrance into the produce packaging market with TychonVert. TychonVert is a ‘Go-Green’ packaging supplier offering fully recyclable, compostable, and

"It's been a terrible blow, but we're getting back on our feet."
Last week there were still 7 meters of water in the warehouse of Italy's Bagioni Technology, but yesterday much of it was gone. "We are almost ready to start the production again," says owner

Terra i Xufa partners with IMG to promote the sale of organic products
Terra i Xufa, a producer of quality organic food, and IMG, a marketer of agri-food at the European level, have signed an association agreement to join forces to promote the sale of organic

US lettuce production shifts regionally as seasons progress
In 2022, lettuce accounted for nearly one-fifth of the $21.8 billion that US growers received in cash receipts from sales of vegetables and melons. Romaine lettuce sales totaled $1.54 billion,

DRV: "No more shackles for agriculture".
"The reduction in the use of plant protection products must be pursued with a sense of proportion and taking into account the various interactions. Political targets should encourage, not

Move over burgers and sausages – here comes trendy new BBQ asparagus
A Herefordshire asparagus farmer has helped fixed a problem for BBQ fans who love grilling the vegetable, but find the regular spears can be too delicate for cooking on a griddle. Chris Chinn,