Egypt builds logistics hub at Damietta Port to boost agri exports

Egypt's Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel Al-Wazir, announced that a logistics zone is being established at Damietta Port to accelerate cargo handling and customs clearance, aiming to...

PVL: Farm Fresh coach in awe of ‘one of a kind’ Bella Belen

Capital1 rookie Bella Belen during a match against Farm Fresh in the PVL Reinforced Conference.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Farm Fresh coach Alessandro Lodi had to use a timeout in the second set just to put a stop to Capital1...

Italy: Bosch Rexroth, Petronas Lubricants partner for bio-based fluids

Bosch Rexroth and Petronas Lubricants International (PLI) have partnered in Turin, Italy, to promote sustainable fluid solutions for off-highway and agricultural vehicles. They will develop bio-based and re-refined alternatives to traditional...

The Wild and Glamorous Terre di Sacra Offers a Different Vision of the Italian Coast

Terre Di Sacra, the multifaceted resort that Uberto runs with Margherita Puri Negri, does inspire a naturalistic abandon, surrounding its guests with the vapors of the past and the wild forces of the wilderness. The tower was once a defense...

Italy in uproar after Trump claims Meloni seeks ‘EU-defying’ trade deal

ROME – A social media post by US President Donald Trump has triggered political controversy in Italy, after he reshared a video suggesting Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is pursuing a direct trade agreement with Washington and preparing to scale...

‘Bolivia Burning’ Exposes the Role of Colonisers, Agribusiness in Causing Devastating Bushfires

By Ben Radford Bolivia Burning: Inside a Latin American Ecocide Directed by Tom Johnson The Gecko Project, 2025 52 min Last year, raging bushfires swept across large parts of South America, burning millions of hectares and claiming hundreds of...

Saudi Agriculture 2025 Opens in Riyadh Showcasing Innovation and Sustainability in the Agri-Food Sector

The 42nd edition of Saudi Agriculture 2025, the Kingdom’s leading international exhibition for agriculture, food, aquaculture, and agri-technology, opened yesterday at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC). The four-day...

In Rome, FG Courts FAO to Boost Food Security, Employment Opportunities for Nigerian Farmers

James Emejo in Abuja Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has sought continuous collaboration and partnership with United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) to boost agricultural productivity, employment...

AgriPV projects in Spain now eligible for farming subsidies

One of the additions to the decree (in Spanish) is as follows: “In the case of agrivoltaic installations, the entire area of ​​the plot of land under cultivation or permanent crops will continue to be considered eligible.” The modifications...

Market and performance aspects of an early-season clementine club variety

One year after its official presentation in Italy, the new Clemenlola variety of early-season clementines has met all expectations for the Mediterranean citrus crop campaign in terms of production and expansion of planted areas in southern Italy....

Global Circular Economy Hub Set to Converge in Italy This November

The 28th edition of the trade-fair and conference platform Ecomondo 2025 will convene from 4 to 7 November at the Rimini Expo Centre, Italy, with a reinforced international agenda that organisers expect will draw more than 1,000 exhibitors and...

PHL mangoes pitched to Italian market

THE Department of Agriculture (DA) said it promoted Philippine mangoes to Italian importers, hoping to establish an initial niche with the Filipino community in Italy and expanding to other exotic Philippine fruit. Agriculture Secretary Francisco...

Jed's Local, Eliza owners are opening a new Baton Rouge Italian restaurant. See when, where.

Two years after renovating Jed's Local in Mid City, restaurateurs Sally and Russell Davis are ready for a new venture. Enter: Josephine's Italian Restaurant. In the space that was formerly Roman's Greek and Lebanese Cafe on Government Street in...

Netherlands leads as Ukraine’s berry exports rise 72%

Ukraine's berry exports continue to rise in response to growing global demand, with fresh berry exports up 72% compared to 2022 and frozen exports up 24%. The main importers of fresh berries are Poland (34%) and the Netherlands (28%), both of...

'Below-average fruit harvest, slight increase in vegetable harvest'

Unfavorable weather conditions led to another below-average fruit harvest in 2024. Late frosts in the main production area of Styria caused significant losses in pome fruit. Regional flooding in the summer and fall also led to a decline in yields....

Winter vegetables in search of new foreign markets

The white turnip, fennel, carrot, and lettuce trade is showing extremely positive signs, and the current weather conditions are favouring a smooth production. "Our forecasts are optimistic," reports Antimo Filetti from L'Ortolana. "These...

Nigeria’s next agribusiness bet may lie in wine

Nigeria’s search for new agribusiness frontiers beyond grains and oilseeds may find an unlikely candidate in wine grapes. Industry expert Victor Ikem, founder of LWS Wine Academy (Lagos Wine School), says parts of the country have the right soil...

I bought a £130k Italian home in 2018 – Brexit checks may force me to sell it

British families with homes in Italy say they may have to give them up because of new EU travel rules Britons with second homes in Italy have said the new EU travel rules could force them to give up their beloved second homes. A retiree from...

FG Restates Commitment To Achieving Food Sovereignity Through Innovation, Agric Programmes

1 Chibuzor Emejor The Federal Government has restated its unwavering commitment to achieving food sovereignty through various agricultural programmes, improved seeds, policies, innovation, and global partnerships. Speaking during the 2025 World...

“Egyptian spring onion farmers have become more familiar with European specifications”

Better knowledge has led to more spring onions being harvested in Egypt that are suitable for export to Europe, says Mohamed Ammar of Egyptian fresh produce exporter Egypt Fruits & Vegetables Export: "This spring onion season has been positive...