With the increasing global demand for sustainable packaging, compostable labels for fruits are re-emerging as a small but powerful innovation in the fresh produce sector. As industry experts emphasize, although initially designed for identification and branding, these compostable labels are gaining traction for their environmental benefits. read more

Small changes can lead to big changes. In terms of sustainability, the growing global demand for eco-friendly packaging is driving the emergence of an increasingly sought-after innovation in the fruit and vegetable sector: compostable labels. Seven out of ten consumers are asking for packaging. read more

British fruit and vegetable growers have issued a stark warning to the government, urging immediate action as vital funding under the extended Fruit and Veg Aid scheme is set to expire this December without a replacement in place. In a joint letter to Health Secretary Wes Streeting, the growers have highlighted the urgency of the situation. read more

The Consumers Association brought attention to the growing disparity in fruit and vegetable prices in Cyprus. Retail prices were found to be significantly higher than what producers are paid. For example, the retail price of bananas was observed to be up to 110% higher than the price received by producers. This information was part of the association's second report. read more

Morocco is making progress on the Nador West Med project, which is based on the successful Tangier-Med model. This initiative entails a €730 million investment to develop land with limited social or environmental issues. The first phase is projected to be finished by late 2026 or early 2027. The port will include a read more

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has authorized the importation of Phalaenopsis spp. orchid plants for planting in approved growing media from Germany and the Netherlands into the United States. Following a thorough analysis, APHIS has determined that these imports meet the necessary requirements for entry. read more

The new U.S. tariffs will come into effect on August 1, posing one of the biggest challenges for the Brazilian fruit sector as the U.S. introduces a 50 percent surcharge. The impact on Agrícola Famosa will be minimal, but other producers, particularly in the Petrolina region, are facing imminent difficulties. read more

The EU is planning to introduce higher tariffs on Russian fertilizers and agricultural products in order to reduce its economic dependency on Russia. This decision is intended to decrease Russian earnings, but there are worries about the potential effects on food prices in the EU, which are causing concerns among farmers. read more

A project of Ondine's scope requires a specially designed processing plant. The cooperative partnered with the Italian company Unitec at the Agrintesa plant in Bagnacavallo, located in the Emilia-Romagna region. "We chose an efficient and versatile line," explained Director Cristian Moretti. "It... read more

Miami International Airport is increasing its cargo capacity by up to 50% with the construction of a new facility that began on Monday. This development reflects the airport's growing importance in supplying fresh fish, fruit, and flowers to consumers along the East Coast. The $141 million project, a collaboration with PortMiami, will revolutionize the cargo handling capabilities of the airport. read more

In modern gerbera cultivation, an autonomous drone flies around the greenhouse to assist growers in counting flowers and predicting yields. In tomato greenhouses, camera-equipped trolleys move through the aisles to gather data for precise yield forecasting. In bell pepper production, a pipe rail system is used. read more

The latest Medio Grano onion harvest is currently taking place in Castilla-La Mancha. This year, production volumes are lower, leading to the rescheduling of the late onion harvests planned for August to an earlier date. Despite this, the demand for large sizes in Europe continues to be robust, resulting in high Spanish onion prices. read more

The pome fruit sector in Catalonia will not reach its full production potential this year, mainly due to several hailstorms: April 19 (Lleida, 3,397 hectares, the most severe to date), April 26 (Lleida, specific impact), May 4-5 (Lleida, 752 hectares), May 9 (Lleida, 30 hectares), May 13 (Lleida, 130 hectares). read more