Spain and Portugal crack down on cocaine networks as traffickers evolve tactics

Spain and Portugal, long considered entry points for cocaine into Europe, have launched a sweeping series of operations against transnational drug trafficking groups, culminating in the seizure of more than four tonnes of cocaine and the arrest of...

Farm Health Guardian adds two new staff to support North American growth

Company says new hires will strengthen customer onboarding and biosecurity support. Farm Health Guardian, a Guelph-based company that develops digital technology to help farms control barn entry and monitor biosecurity protocols, has expanded its...

Andalusia tops the list of Spanish fruit and vegetable exports

In the first half of 2025, Andalusia exported €5.052 billion [5.981 billion USD] worth of fruit and vegetables, a record since 1995 and an increase of 11.6% in one year, above the national average (+9.5%). The region now accounts for 41% of...

"Mango production in Spain has not yet reached its full potential"

Malaga's agricultural sector is in luck this year after two consecutive seasons in which production has been reduced due to the impact of adverse weather conditions; however, it will also have to compete with a larger supply from Brazil in Europe....

PepsiCo and Unilever collaborate to scale regenerative agriculture

Image: PepsiCo Regenerative agricultural practices aim to restore soil health and natural resources rather than depleting them. They can include planting cover crops, adopting a low-till or no-till approach, and grazing livestock in a seasonal...

Trade war, drought squeeze Michigan farmers heading to fall harvest

Trade disputes, weather, low crop prices and labor shortages causing uncertainty, profit loss for Michigan farmers New state data shows agricultural exports are less than half of what they were last year for key crops like soybeans, apples and...

Al-Mashat Meets Spanish Secretary of State for Trade during the Egypt–Spain Business Forum

Thu 18 Sep 2025 | 04:30 PM During the Egypt–Spain Business Forum, attended by His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain and H.E. Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt, H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and...

CIHEAM Zaragoza Explores Future of Agri-Food Cooperation

The International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM Zaragoza) will hold an international symposium on 11–12 November to explore new directions for agri-food development cooperation in the context of ongoing geopolitical...

PM: Spanish investments in Egypt reach 882 million euros by mid 2024

Thu 18 Sep 2025 | 08:34 PM Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly welcomed King Felipe VI of Spain and his accompanying high-level delegation at the government headquarters in Cairo’s Qasr El Ainy. The visit comes as part...

Fears bird flu outbreak is spreading into central Spain after dead birds turned up in popular tourist towns in Andalucia

NEW cases of bird flu have been spreading through central Spain after first being detected in popular city parks in Malaga and Sevilla. Fears of a new outbreak have been echoed by farmers, who say they are worried about the possibility of the...

Spanish Fort considering beaver, coyote removal

sp — The Spanish Fort City Council is considering a contract with federal authorities to remove beavers, coyotes, nutria and muskrats for $4,000. The agreement between the city and The United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant...

Spain projects lowest citrus harvest in 16 years

Written and reported by Camila Gutierrez | Lee esta noticia en Español Spain’s Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA) yearly citrus forecast projects that 2025’s production of oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and small citrus fruits will...

Lantmännen grain terminal receives record amount of grain

In August, Lantmännen recorded exceptionally high activity at its grain intake facilities. One example is the company’s terminal in Hargshamn, Norrtälje Municipality, Sweden, where more than 115,000 tons of grain have been received so far during...

New UF/IFAS bilingual online resources help Florida farmers launch, enhance their business

Farmers watching a tractor harvest peanuts in northern Florida. UF/IFAS Tyler Jones The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension has launched a new bilingual online resource to help Florida farmers...

Bob Dylan Joins Farm Aid Lineup, Previews ‘The Bootleg Series No. 18’ with “Rocks and Gravel (Solid Road)” From 1963 ‘Free Wheelin’ Sessions

“Bob Dylan (Bring it All Back Home Sessions)” by ky_olsen is licensed under CC BY 2.0. At 84 years old, Bob Dylan’s fire continues to blaze. The musician, known for pedaling lyrics steeped in poetic and philosophical influence, has been added to...

A taste of Almeria cuisine enchants Spain’s capital

Madrid celebrates Almeria gastronomy in this charming pub. Photo Credit: Taberna Almeria via Facebook A TAVERN in Spain’s capital is perfectly encapsulating the local flavours of traditional Almeria dishes. Taberna Almeria, a pub in the centre of...

Beyond the Beaten Path: Spain’s Hidden Villages and Untamed Landscapes

Spain has long been associated with sun-drenched beaches, vibrant cities, and world-famous cuisine. While Barcelona, Madrid, and Ibiza are famous for a reason, the true soul of Spain is often found in its remote corners. One of the areas I love...

Vertical farming CO2 nearly twice that of field growing

Conducted by Surrey University, the research looked at lettuce production from two UK farms and one in Spain, where the UK gets the vast majority of its lettuce through winter. The emissions from this land-based lettuce were then compared to a...

Queen Thandi Zulu awarded honorary Doctorate for groundbreaking agricultural research

Her Royal Highness Queen Thandekile Jane MaNdlovu Zulu, affectionately known as Queen Thandi, proudly accepted her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) during the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) spring graduation ceremony. At the age of...

San Miguel’s Justin Lewis embraces roles as top chef at Riboli Family Wines, first-generation sheep farmer

The kitchen has always been Justin Lewis’ sanctuary. He pours his heart and soul into his craft, supporting “all things local, sustainable, organic, and fresh,” according to the San Miguel-based chef. Riboli raises the bar Experience chef Justin...