Daun Penh Agrico, a Cambodian subsidiary of Thaco Agri, has listed its bonds on the Cambodia Securities Exchange after raising US$50 million in the first tranche of a planned US$100 million program. The proceeds will be used to develop 7,376 hectares in Ratanakkiri province into a production and export base for bananas, mangoes, and pineapples. […]
“The Chilean cherry season began 7 to 10 days earlier than usual, depending on the region and variety, with volumes significantly lower than the record 125 million boxes exported last year. This season, the focus was on avoiding forcing fruit that didn’t meet quality standards, especially for long-distance sea transportation,” said Haydelin Hoffmann, Greenex’s commercial […]
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Research by the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) has shown that diallyl sulphur compounds—sulphur-rich molecules found in the Allium family, such as garlic, onions, and leeks—can extend lifespan in mice. Published in Cell Metabolism, these findings open new possibilities for developing treatments to improve the quality of life as we age. The study, which focused […]
There is an oversupply of white-fleshed dragon fruit from Ecuador. “Some fruit was delayed and that came in along with some product that was supposed to have been harvested. It was just a lot of fruit at one time,” says Alan Goldberg of A&B Tropical Produce. “More came in this year compared to last December.” […]
After years of challenges, the California almond industry is finally catching its breath. At this year’s 53rd Annual Almond Conference, the mood amongst growers, handlers, industry partners, and allied supporters felt cautiously optimistic that a market rebound is on its way. The conference theme, “Cultivating a Healthier Future,” was a reminder that with innovation, stewardship, […]
© Continental FreshAt this time of year, U.S. mango supply is primarily coming from South America. Ecuador is currently winding down its mango season, which will conclude around the end of December. Total Ecuadorian shipments are slightly below last year’s level – roughly 10–15 percent lower year-over-year and the country is projected to export 12.7M […]
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Protected and soilless cultivation systems continue to gain traction, with Italian nurseries widely recognised among the best in the world. These operations require different lighting solutions depending on the growth stage of the plants. It is within this context that C-Led, a company based in Imola (Bologna) and part of the Cefla Group, has positioned […]