Under the moderation of Wolfgang Niedermark from the Federation of German Industries (BDI), the participants exchanged views on four key sectors: agriculture and production, energy, financial services, and mechanical engineering and manufacturing. read more

This new milestone in the partnership between the OCP Group and Maersk is built on years of successful collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence in logistics. It marks a new chapter in the longstanding partnership between both. read more

The leading US avocado producer-distributor, Mission Produce, has expanded its product offering to include a four-count honey mango clamshell packed with fruit from Mexico. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) and Produce Plus Magazine have announced that the entry deadline for the 2025 Seeka Marketer of the Year Award (MOYA) has been extended. The new deadline is Monday, April 21st. read more

The Mallorcan potato export campaign, mainly led by Mateu Export, started later than usual this year due to unfavorable weather conditions in March. Operations at the Sa Sort Llarga farm began last week, with plans for the campaign to run until June. Joan Mateu, the manager, emphasized that read more

Ilya Bereznyuk, managing partner of Agro and Food Communications, pointed out that restricting lemon exports from Turkey will not affect prices in Russia. In an interview, Bereznyuk stated, "Besides Turkey, lemons are also imported to Russia from Argentina, South Africa, China, Egypt, Morocco, Uzbekistan." read more

Heritable Agriculture, Paul J. Mastronardi, and CIV (Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti) have announced a collaborative initiative to create strawberry genetics specifically designed for controlled environment agriculture. The project will utilize AI-based breeding techniques, superior germplasm, and valuable commercial production knowledge. read more

Stemilt is collaborating with Day's Century Growers, a family-owned pear producer and packer in British Columbia, Canada, to sublicense the new Hw624 pear, branded as Happi Pear®, in order to provide locally grown Happi Pears to Canadian consumers. Stemilt's director of research and development, Rob Blakey; read more

As of April 2025, a new division of Holex Flower will be launched: Holex Air Logistics. This joint venture between Holex Flower and Airflo aims to improve efficiency within Holex's transportation chain. Holex Air Logistics will be overseen by a team of experienced colleagues from both Holex Flower. read more

During the Dutch Spring Trials, which are traditionally held during the first week of May, eight breeders in North Holland showcase their newest novelty assortments to growers, retailers, and industry peers. These pack trials offer a great opportunity to review the latest pot and bedding varieties. read more

Pomimo występujących trudności politycznych i gospodarczych, afrykańscy przewoźnicy lotniczy zajmujący się transportem towarowym notują silny wzrost, a eksport świeżych produktów rolnych odgrywa kluczową rolę w napędzaniu popytu i rozszerzaniu sieci połączeń. Według IATA afrykańskie linie lotnicze odnotowały wzrost wolumenu przewozów towarowych o 8,5% rok do roku w 2024 roku. read more

FreshPlaza reports that there has been a significant increase in tomato exports from Morocco this season. read more

Afrucat, Assomela, ANP Pera Rocha, and the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP) met in Avignon last week to discuss 3 key points that will shape the future of apple and pear production in Spain, Italy, Portugal, and France. One of the topics discussed was plastic packaging, with concerns raised about the difficulties in applying the PPWR regulation. read more

Innovative range of products that effectively support the natural immune system of plants against external pressures in plant production from Natura Ekspert is being tested for another season in the Malinowe Factory 2025 project. As part of these studies

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This week, the first citrus fruits intended for the U.S. market will be packed by South African growers. On Wednesday, April 9th, the expected additional 30% tariff on South African exports to the U.S. will come into effect. The increased tariffs will negatively impact South African citrus farms and the rural areas. read more

From the fresh market to the fresh-cut sector, from edible flowers to watermelons and melons, the Italian producers' organization Altamura of Pontecagnano Faiano, located in the province of Salerno, region of Campania, is eagerly anticipating the summer season with a growth strategy across various areas. read more

As cherry season approaches, Superfresh Growers is revealing consumer insights to assist retailers in increasing cherry sales and encouraging repeat purchases during the summer. Shoppers aged 55 and older continue to be one of the most dependable consumer groups for cherries. Despite having fixed incomes, they are willing to read more

The American brand, which entered the French market in 2017, will open its 3rd store by the end of 2025. Following two locations in the Paris region (Villebon-sur-Yvette and Pontault-Combault), the brand has chosen to introduce its subscription concept in Mulhouse, Alsace, replacing a closed Auchan store. read more

The family company Van Baalen, based in Westland and led by Wim and Tine van Baalen along with their daughter Hanneke and son Jasper, is now operating independently under the name VB Plants after a longstanding partnership with PP Orchids. The decision to switch to SDF aligns with an innovation in cultivation. read more

The Banana Association of North America (BANA) has announced that the cost of bananas could increase by up to $250 million per year due to the 10 percent reciprocal tariff imposed by the Trump Administration on April 5. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that over $2.5 billion worth of bananas are imported each year. read more