March 2025

Pakistan: Vegetable prices soar as Ramadan begins

As Ramadan begins in Pakistan, residents of Lahore are facing an unprecedented rise in the prices of essential commodities including vegetables, fruits and meat. The sharp increase in costs has sparked widespread concern, with citizens demanding immediate action from the authorities against profiteering.…

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Chinese strawberry prices at record low in Vietnam

Chinese strawberry prices have fallen by 30% from a year ago to a record low of VND55,000 (US$2.15) per kilogram.Since mid-February large shipments from China have entered Vietnam, with wholesale prices at Hoc Mon Market in HCMC and Lao Cai Province in the far north hovering around VND380,000-400,000 for…

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Looking at water saving strategies for greenhouses

The escalating food and water crisis, propelled by population growth, urbanization, and climate change, demands a reimagining of agricultural practices. Traditional water-saving irrigation methods have reached their limits, necessitating the exploration of innovative approaches. This perspective explores…

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Rocco Reds tomato gains traction

Rocco Reds™: The Chefs Tomato™, the latest launch from Pure Flavor® is off to a successful start coming out of its first crop. The new on-the-vine tomato which has an intensely bold red color – both inside and out – as well as a robust “classic tomato” flavor, launched late last year and is already driving strong results in its…

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“Coating enables fruit to stay fresh longer”

PAWI is launching recyclable cardboard boxes for fruit and berries. They combine sustainable materials with high functionality, according to the manufacturer. “The fruit stays fresh for a particularly long time thanks to a firm edge and special coating. They are also easy to stack and suitable for…

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