Agea and Avepa are launching a new phase of strategic collaboration to further innovate the Italian agricultural system through the experimental use of drones in monitoring agricultural surfaces. The initiative is supported by representatives of the Joint Research Center (JRC). read more

The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has announced the appointment of two new board members, David Di Pietro, CEO of Lynch Group Australia, and Ben Reilly, fresh produce business manager at Steritech. The appointments were confirmed during the IFPA ANZ's annual general meeting. read more

The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) has adopted a new era of sustainable, fresh nutrition at its Colorado Springs training center through a partnership with Babylon Micro-Farms. What started as one installation has now grown to three units, highlighting the increasing demand. read more

La Linea Verde, a leader in the fourth range fruit and vegetable sector, is launching a new phase of its communication with the launch of a multichannel campaign dedicated to DimmidiSì: a celebration of freshness, convenience, and innovation through an anthem to "yes". read more

The Yunnan Province, a significant supplier of flowers in southwest China, has reported a strong export performance of fresh-cut flowers in the first four months of this year, according to data from Kunming Customs released on Friday. The export value of Yunnan's fresh-cut flowers reached 360 million yuan (approximately 50.04 million U.S. dollars) during this period. read more

Turkey, the world's leading apricot producer, is experiencing a shift in its market dynamics following severe frosts in April 2025, as reported by EastFruit. This climatic event is expected to impact apricot pricing across the EU, USA, Middle East, and Central Asia, with countries like Ukraine,... read more

In the midst of shifting geopolitical landscapes, fluctuating trade tariffs, growing global uncertainty, evolving trade policies, and a rising demand for sustainability and traceability, Proflora 2025 is a crucial event for the global floral industry. More than just a showcase, Proflora is read more

A 285-year-old lemon was sold for £1,400 at an auction after being discovered in a drawer of a chest that was sold for just £32. The lemon, dating back to 1739, had a handwritten note attached to it and was likely preserved by drying. In another fruit-related discovery, a 52-million-year-old fossilized berry was found. read more

Queen współpracuje z Mprise Agriware w celu usprawnienia swoich operacji przy użyciu oprogramowania Agriware. W miarę rozwoju firmy zarządzanie produkcją, zapasami, siłą roboczą i kontrolą jakości w wielu krajach i na wielu placówkach stało się coraz bardziej skomplikowane. Aby rozwiązać te wyzwania, Queen poszukiwała read more

Now that the avocado season has ended in the Iberian Peninsula, the market is closely monitoring the development of the summer supply, which is expected to increase significantly. Meanwhile, the mango market is in a delicate phase of transitioning between different sources. read more

The Polish berry grower is more focused on high quality compared to a couple of years ago, says Dominika Kozarzewska of the Polish Berry Cooperative. "The Polish production of raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries has been shifting towards high-quality fresh market fruits, mostly grown." read more

As if by magic, even politics seems to have finally realized the crucial issue represented by the withdrawal of agrochemicals, accompanied by the lack of alternative solutions and the limited regulatory reciprocity between EU member states and non-European countries. A change read more

Queen has partnered with Mprise Agriware to streamline its operations using Agriware Software. As the company has expanded, managing production, inventory, labor, and quality control across several countries and sites has become more complicated. To tackle these difficulties, Queen looked for a solution. read more

Po katastrofalnym sezonie wiśniowym w 2024 roku, producenci i pakowacze z Kolumbii Brytyjskiej (B.C.) z niecierpliwością oczekują sezonu, który miejmy nadzieję będzie normalny. "Przez zimę mieliśmy idylliczne warunki pogodowe z optymalną liczbą godzin chłodzenia" - mówi Ricky Chong z World Fresh Exports. Zimę następowało. read more

The online ticket shop for Asia Fruit Logistica is now officially open. Asia's premier fresh fruit and vegetable trade show is back in Hong Kong on 3–5 September 2025, bringing the global fresh produce business together and showcasing the entire value chain. Visitors to Asia Fruit Logistica read more

Quality and safety of food, adverse changes in climate phenomena, growth of the global population, and profitability of local excellences: the agri-food sector is facing unprecedented and complex challenges, with agriculture at the center of each one, impacting extensively. read more

"My goal today, which is also the goal of the association I represent, is to raise awareness among institutions and the sector on three topics that are very important to us: inclusion, interdisciplinarity, and internationalization." With these words, Silvia Carpio introduces her intervention. read more

At Magdalena and Mateusz Włodarczyk's farm in Hornigi, as part of the Strawberry Inspirations project, intensive work is currently underway to prepare new plots for growing strawberries. Another 2 hectares of land are being prepared for new plantings. The process of forming rows is ongoing. read more

The total area under strawberry cultivation in Switzerland in 2025 is 469.2 hectares, which is approximately 20 hectares less than the previous year. The area dedicated to organic strawberry cultivation has decreased by 14% to 37 hectares. During the main harvest season from mid-May to mid-June, Swiss... read more