BLE/BZL: Cultivation of vegetables in Germany declining in 2022
In Germany, vegetables were grown on about 126,000 ha in 2022 - a decrease of about 4 % compared to the previous year. Asparagus, onions, lettuces and carrots grew on more than half of this area,

StrongPoint ASA and Aste Finland: A very cool partnership
Singapore: Grab co-founder Tan Hooi Ling to step down from official Grab positions by year end Grab Holdings Limited announced that Tan Hooi Ling has informed its board of directors of her

Orogel takes action for aggrieved members
The consequences left by the flood on Romagna's farms are now well known: entire lands under water, compromised equipment, farms without the essential services of water and light. Cooperatives

Underwater radishes save Ravenna
They not only feed entire communities but also help save lives. The too-often mistreated role of farmers is back in the limelight in these days of climate disaster in Emilia-Romagna. Last Friday,

Fruits and vegetables, a priority in the shopping basket
Health, quality and respect for the environment play a fundamental role for consumers when buying fruit and vegetables. The campaign under the slogan "Compete for a better life by eating at least

AI technology reduces food waste in Dutch supermarket's strawberry chain
Using artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the strawberry chain can accurately predict this fruit's shelf life. As a result, 70,000 fewer kg will be thrown away. It's a step that fits within

Czy na koniec się okaże, że jabłek było za mało?
Pierwsza połowa maja przyniosła kolejne umocnienie cen skupu jabłek deserowych. Nie było ono jednakowe w przypadku wszystkich odmian. Mocniej zyskał Golden Delicious i Mutsu.

Grapes can cause subtle shifts in human microbiome
Several studies have indicated that diet plays a crucial role in maintaining and altering the gut microbiome. Gut microbial population and abundance affect the levels of metabolites, such as

New Zealand Avocado CEO to resign
Linda Flegg, chair of NZ Avocado Growers’ Association has announced the resignation of New Zealand Avocado chief executive Jen Scoular after 12 years in the role. “Jen has served us tirelessly

Global Tomato Congress: ToBRFV - already a lot done, but still a lot to do
Rotterdam was all about tomatoes on 16 May as Fruitnet hosted the Global Tomato Congress at the World Trade Center. The presentations were as colourful as the assortment: from crisis management to

CEO of New Zealand Avocado to step aside after 12 years at the helm
Linda Flegg, Chair of NZ Avocado Growers’ Association announced the resignation of their CEO Jen Scoular after 12 years in the role. “Jen has served us tirelessly over the past 12 years and