Can lettuce be frozen?
Freezing food Preserving freshness for long periods of time is a common practice in many households around the world, and this includes freezing foods such as lettuce. This delicate leafy green is

How modern machines are reshaping the future of potato farming
The agricultural world is where a quiet revolution is taking place. It is transforming the way we cultivate, care for and harvest one of the world’s most important staple foods; potatoes. This

Andalusia is the Guest Region at Fruit Attraction 2023
The Andalusian Regional Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, is taking part in the fair to promote Andalusia's position as a world leader in the

Fruit and vegetables from the farmer for 25 million Italians
About 25 million Italians have bought food from farmers, driven by a new sensitivity towards healthy food but also by the desire to regain direct contact with those who grow the products they

Biedronka celebrates Colombia’s finest fare
The colours and flavours of Colombia will take centre stage from 9-14 June in Poland’s largest retail chain, Biedronka. As part of the Acción Colombia initiative, the supermarket will offer its

What is profitable to grow in vertical farms? Why not vanilla?
Vanilla is one of the most expensive spices in the world. In 2022 the average 1kg of vanilla beans was $240. Persistent Research estimates that the natural vanilla market will grow at 4.75%

Health and sustainability drive Greenyard partnerships
Greenyard has signed a five-year partnership with fruit and vegetable culinary reference We’re Smart, as both companies look to accelerate the active promotion of sustainable and healthy eating

San Lidano at Macfrut in the sign of art
More than a presence, that of San Lidano at Macfrut 2023 will be a real experience in which art and nature come together thanks to the vision of an artist with an unmistakable style: Lucamaleonte.

Artichoke star product at Salón Gourmets and protagonist in Tudela
Artichokes have been the main protagonists of the 36th edition of Salón Gourmets, the number one quality food and beverage fair in Europe and one of the most prestigious benchmarks in the world,

Pfalzmarkt eG: Immerse yourself in the world of professional O+G cultivation with "vegetable waves
To enable visitors to BUGA 23 to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of professional fruit and vegetable growing on site, Pfalzmarkt für Obst und Gemüse eG is involved as a cooperation

AltroFood, vegetable innovation with high protein content
On 22 April, Earth Day, or Earth Day, is celebrated all over the world. It was established in 1970 by US Senator Gaylord Nelson with the aim of creating a major environmental protest. The central

Custard apple ‘among climate change solutions’ in Africa
The wild custard apple is one of a number of “forgotten food crops” identified as being potentially instrumental in adapting future food systems to climate change. Researchers at Scotland’s

Cibus connect, fruit and vegetable debut is convincing
The debut of the Emilian event confirms the fair enthusiasm that has been rediscovered after the pandemic period. The first day got off to a fast start, and already from the first rows at the

Freshfel Europe urges facilitation of trade
At a dedicated session on sustainable food systems hosted by the World Trade Organisation’s SPS (Sanitary and Phytosanitary) Committee, Freshfel Europe stressed the important role played by the

Bayer's commitment to the development of more sustainable fruit and vegetable varieties
Bayer, through Vegetables by Bayere its Seminis and De Ruiter brands, presented innovative solutions for regenerative agriculture and new, more resilient varieties at Fruit Logistica. "To feed a

Onion shortages might be a new chapter in world food crisis
Onions are the staple of cuisines across the world, the most consumed vegetable after the tomato (technically a fruit). About 106 million tons are produced annually — roughly the same as

Antolin and Persiskin sign a collaboration agreement
Persiskin makes use of the surplus persimmon harvest, which is not destined for agri-food channels, to generate a vegetable skin. Spain is the largest producer of this fruit in Europe and the

World's first vegetable dating service launched by Oddbox
France: Auchan aims to focus more on fresh produce and warns about high inflation In an interview with ‘Apolline Matin’ on RMC and RMC Story, Pascale Cartier, director of food supply at Auchan

After achieving a record production in 2021, the world's potato production decreased by 6% in 2022
The French Interprofessional Potato (CNIPT) stated that, according to the latest figures published by the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) that are included in the World

Freshfel Europe expresses deep concerns about the Belarus embargo on the import of European fruit and vegetables worth 300 million €
On 6th December 2021, Belarus decided to respond to the latest international sanctions by implementing an embargo on food import into the country for food products originating from the European