The competitiveness of Italian ports, already heavily lagging behind the rest of Europe, is about to be further penalized due to the implementation, starting in the coming days, of the so-called "Congestion Fee" at some of the main Italian terminals. read more

The Turkish fresh produce industry recently experienced significant damage due to frost. Enes Gulbudak, the foreign trade manager for Turkish apple exporter Gulbudak, stated that their apple orchards have fared relatively well. He mentioned, "This season, in the beginning, weather conditions were..." read more

Alce Nero, the brand of organic farmers and processors since 1978, offers a range of products that nourish at every stage of life. For the little ones, the company has chosen quality and safety, producing only in Italy in the certified facilities of its members and partners. read more

During the conference "Post-harvest fruit: oxidizing products and technologies for sanitization", promoted by Ri.Nova at Macfrut, the debate on new technologies for the preservation of fruits and vegetables, particularly on cold plasma and bipolar ionization, has sparked. read more

Perfect, heart-shaped strawberries are a long-standing tradition at the Wimbledon tennis championships, and it’s the Malling Centenary variety – picked and delivered from down the road at Hugh Lowe Farms – which always proves a hit with spectators during the two-week event. read more

Food prices have been driven up by hot weather affecting harvest yields, according to UK retailers. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) stated that increasing prices of fruits and vegetables have led to a rise in food price inflation in June. Additionally, retailers have also transferred tax increases and rising employment costs to consumers. read more

This month, FreshPlaza will focus on automation. Are you a machinery manufacturer or considering entering the field of robotics? If you are involved in any aspect of the fresh produce industry related to automation, we would love to hear from you. You can send us information, or we can contact you for an interview. read more

In Pakistan, mango exports are currently under scrutiny for compliance with international phytosanitary protocols, which is affecting trade relations with markets like Iran, the European Union, and Australia. Complaints have been lodged with the Prime Minister's Office and the Ministry of National Food Security. read more

The Pluto high-pressure system has turned Europe into a furnace. The first major heatwave of the summer of 2025 is setting record temperatures: reaching nearly 42°C in Spain and Portugal, while in Italy, 21 cities have a red alert for extreme heat, from Milan to. read more

The French Competition Authority has unconditionally approved the acquisition of Bonduelle Frais France by Les Crudettes, which was officially announced on May 15, 2025, following negotiations that had been ongoing for several months. This transaction signifies a read more

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With the arrival of summer, the season for seedless table grapes, one of the most eagerly anticipated in the organic sector, begins in southeastern Spain. This year, it is starting with promising prospects in terms of production and sales for Toñifruit, a company from Murcia. read more

The Parity Commission of the Potato Exchange in Bologna has set the minimum reference price for the marketing of top-quality potatoes to be introduced to the market for the upcoming marketing campaign. After a careful and detailed analysis of the situation. read more

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MacGregor has received an order from Hapag-Lloyd to supply its fully automatic twistlocks (ACV-1), known as "Hippo," aimed at improving cargo handling efficiency on container ships. Twistlocks are essential components used to secure containers during transport, ensuring vessel stability. read more

With the arrival of summer, the fruit and vegetable markets fill up with imported citrus fruits, in particular oranges and lemons from the Mediterranean basin – Spain, Egypt, and Greece – but also from the Southern Hemisphere, with significant volumes from Argentina and South Africa. read more

On August 13 and 14, another trade fair begins as nurseries and ornamental plant growers collaborate to host the Autumn Plant Fair in the parking lot and packing hall at Alex Andersen, Logistikvej 25A, 5250 Odense SV in Denmark. The packing hall at Alex Andersen will be filled with... read more

On July 5th, The Stone will return, the thrilling extreme triathlon race that starts with a swim from the shore of Lake Iseo in Tavernola Bergamasca and continues by bike through the challenging Passi della Val Camonica, concluding with a run at Passo Paradiso. Dole Italia, the leader. read more

Blueberries have become one of the most sought-after fruits globally due to their nutritional and antioxidant properties, as well as their ease of consumption due to their seed and peel-free nature. In recent decades, their demand has grown exponentially, driven primarily by the trend toward read more

On Friday, July 4th at 10:30 AM, Apofruit celebrates its 65th anniversary with an event at the Altedo plant (BO), a center specializing in the processing and packaging of potatoes, onions, and pears for the entire Northern Italy region. Founded in 1960, Apofruit is now one of the read more