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 […]
Kashmir apple growers are raising alarms over the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, which proposes a reduction in import duties on New Zealand apples. Mohammad Akbar Dar, a seasoned grower, warned that the move could inflict serious losses on the local industry. “The reduction of tax for imported apples means death to the local industry. […]
[embedded content] ARS researchers in East Lansing, MI in collaboration with Michigan State University, developed a new dual-arm harvesting robot to enhance fruit harvest efficiency and cost effectiveness. The new robot demonstrated up to a 34% improvement in harvesting efficiency, compared to the single-arm robot, with great potential for further performance enhancement. Harvesting labor is […]