Co roku zużywa się 15 miliardów kilogramów styropianu do pakowania. Jednakże, w ciągu jednego dnia większość z nich trafia do wysypisk śmieci, gdzie może zajmować nawet do wieku, aby się zdezintegrować. Ale czy plastik czy styropian są zawsze konieczne? Ukraińska przedsiębiorczyni Yuliia Bialetska i jej mąż zastanowili się nad tym. read more

It's that time of the year again when FreshPlaza focuses on Australia and New Zealand. Whether you are a grower, importer, exporter, machine manufacturer, or in the packaging business, if you are part of the fresh produce industry, we would like to hear from you. Feel free to reach out to us. read more

The Luxembourg government is pushing forward a new agriculture law to allow for bigger greenhouse operations and improve financial support for vegetable cultivation. This legislative action is intended to strengthen the vegetable farming industry in Luxembourg. Insights from two local farms reveal a diverse landscape. read more

Shokat Ali, a local farmer from Katra, has turned his flower farming operation into a profitable business, earning around Rs 10 lakh annually. By blending traditional farming techniques with innovative approaches, Shokat and his family cultivate flowers and make garlands to sell in the market. read more

AgriLook is a new software tool designed to assist farmers in navigating the challenges of unpredictable changes in regulations, market dynamics, funding, and climate, as explained by Preston Waldon from the UK. read more

Oppy has announced that Happy Berry hydroponic strawberries, which were first introduced in late 2021, are entering the spring season with a "refreshed look that showcases their naturally sweet flavor and the sustainable manner in which they are grown." read more

The day of fresh tomatoes is a celebration for all senses. Not only is it visually appealing, but it is also a culinary mood booster. Tomato red, also known as RAL 3013, is not only a popular trend color in fashion and accessories, it has also found its way into the hearts of many. read more

Vip, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta, has placed apple growers at the core of its consumer marketing initiatives this year. read more

Laurent Saint-Martin, the French Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, recently met with Mexico's Minister of Agriculture, Julio A. Berdegué, to discuss potential trade and investment opportunities in the agricultural sector between the two countries. read more

"Our value chain is characterized by the expertise and passion of those who work in the apple orchards daily. The Vinschgau apple producers, together with the VIP team, are the true experts in their fields and guarantee the highest quality from cultivation to..." read more

Since March 26th, Pfalzmarkt für Obst und Gemüse eG has officially staffed its traditional "asparagus office": Exclusively for wholesale customers and nationwide retail chains, a team of market experts is dedicated to the sales of the royal vegetable. read more

Justin Chadwick, who has served as the chief executive of the Citrus Growers Association (CGA) for a long time, is retiring. read more

Hortifrut has launched a limited-edition blueberry pack as a guilt-free, healthier alternative to chocolate eggs this Easter season. Available exclusively in select retailers across Italy, Austria, and Denmark, the fully recyclable and 100 per cent plastic-free Berry Easter packs are made from. read more

International Container Terminal Services (ICTSI) flagship operation, Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), received the first visit of Hapag-Lloyd's newly launched China-Philippines Feeder (CPF) service at the Port of Manila in the Philippines. read more

After an intense but positive process, there appeared to be enough common ground to strive for a unified organization. At the beginning of week 13, the members of the two leadership bodies as well as the directors of BelOrta and Coöperatie Hoogstraten signed a agreement. read more

After an intense but positive process, there seemed to be enough common ground to strive for a unified organization. At the beginning of week 13, the members of both management committees as well as the directors of BelOrta and Coöperatie Hoogstraten signed a agreement. read more

This is intended to set an example for sustainable, local production. In the REWE Green Farming, more than 900,000 fresh salad mixes will be harvested year-round and supplied to up to 700 supermarkets in the capital region and beyond. "By utilizing read more

In the first month of this year, the main producing regions of the country were Lambayeque and Piura, which accounted for 93% of the total production; they also recorded a growth of 727% and 725% respectively compared to January 2024. read more

"The result was that apple shipments worth two weeks arrived simultaneously at multiple markets, leading to price fluctuations and logistical bottlenecks," said the leading exporter Tru-Cape Marketing. read more

In quality assurance, however, there are some product-specific peculiarities to consider. The reason for this is the extremely high perishability of sensitive fruits. The "Fruit Quality Control Seminar" will provide online information on May 6, 2025. read more