Dr. Wojciech Nowacki from the Polish Potato Association offered insights into the future of potato farming in Poland, highlighting the significance of the 2024 cultivation data. In 2024, the potato cultivation area in Poland nearly reached 195 thousand hectares, with yields of 300 dt/ha. read more

Seafrigo, a company specializing in cold chain logistics for food, has opened its first office in Vietnam. Fabian Hautiere has been appointed as Managing Director to lead the company's operations in the country. The establishment of an office in Vietnam aligns with Seafrigo's expansion strategy. read more

In September 2021, the eruption of the La Palma volcano devastated homes, schools, farms, and the livelihoods of thousands of families on the island of La Palma. Today, a small step forward in the reconstruction of the Aridane Valley was taken with the collection of the first harvest from a farm. read more

Zapotrzebowanie na wszystkie odmiany melonów z Gwatemali jest aktualnie ograniczone. „Dostawy są utrudnione z wielu powodów, głównie ze względu na warunki pogodowe” - mówi Garrett Patricio, prezydent Westside Produce, dodając, że pogoda charakteryzuje się okresami deszczu przeplatanymi z okresami suszy. read more

With a breeder named Rosa, you can expect roses of all types and sizes: garden roses, pot roses, patio roses, standard and spray cut roses. According to John Pouw of Viking Roses, you can expect "big flowers, vibrant colors, and more-and-more scent" from these roses. The cut roses from this breeder go by the names of 'Rosa Loves Me'. read more

There is a growing interest in healthy and environmentally friendly food choices. Eating habits are changing, adapting to the need to optimize time throughout the day without sacrificing taste, conviviality, and a desire for innovation. In this scenario, The read more

The latest export season for Peruvian mangoes and avocados has been characterized by low prices, logistical hurdles, and saturated markets. However, exporters have also implemented innovative strategies to stay competitive. By targeting niche markets and improving operational efficiency, companies have been able to adapt and thrive. read more

The Cds Group (Selex), as already reported on Gdoweek, is expanding its presence in Sicily and lands in Catania with the Famila brand after the three recent openings of Max Supermarkets in the city that marked the group's official entry into the city. The store has a. read more

Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet has announced the addition of Rodrigo Lazo to its team. With over 20 years of experience in the produce industry, Lazo has a proven track record of success in building relationships, driving innovation, and delivering results. In his new role as sourcing and grower liaison, Lazo will... read more

87% of consumers in 5 major European countries (Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Netherlands) are in favor of eliminating taxes on fruits and vegetables to make their consumption easier, considering the positive preventive effects on health. This is one of the key points that emerges. read more

Visy Oy, a provider of process automation IT solutions, including AI vision technology, has acquired Autepra UAB, an IT systems integrator for container terminals and ports. Autepra will operate as a subsidiary of Visy under VisionSense Technologies AB. The acquisition was finalized on 10th. read more

With this figure, Morocco consolidates its position as the third largest citrus exporter in Africa, behind only South Africa and Egypt.

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Austria: SPAR expands with 16 SPAR Express forecourt stores

SPAR Austria, in partnership with petrol station operator SOCAR, is expanding its network of SPAR Express forecourt stores. Two new stores opened in Schwechat (Lower Austria) and Knittelfeld (Styria) just before Christmas 2024, and 14 more are planned to open in various locations across the country. read more

When you visit Van Helvoort Company (VHC) in Brakel, you are greeted by a vast array of Santinis. Led by Bas van Mourik, the family business produces around 130 million stems every year at five locations in the Netherlands, divided into nine growing cycles. Bas emphasizes that the small-flowered read more

W zeszłym roku greckie eksport warzyw i owoców osiągnął nowe rekordy. Incofruit Hellas, Stowarzyszenie Greckich Przedsiębiorstw Eksportowych zajmujących się owocami i warzywami oraz sokami, podało szacunki wskazujące na wzrost o 8,2% w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem, osiągając. read more

Badanie przeprowadzone przez badaczy z City University of Hong Kong wykazało, że stworzyli oni elektryczny lizak zdolny do symulowania dziewięciu smaków, w tym cukru, soli, zielonej herbaty, duriana i marakui. Urządzenie wykorzystuje chemiczne składniki spożywcze osadzone w kieszonkach żelu, aktywowane przez prądy elektryczne, które mieszają się ze śliną. read more

Total mango volumes from Peru have been significantly higher this season compared to last. "The effects of El Niño significantly impacted production in 2023," says Albert Perez with Continental Fresh. While Peru is past its peak production, shipments to the U.S. are expected to continue until... read more

Comparing the ranking of the top ten fruit and vegetable producing countries in the world over the last four years, from 2020 to 2023, a slight growth is observed in all of them, except for Spain, which decreases from 32 million tons to 28 million tons.

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In the new tractor CASE IH Quantum, everything related to the support of the hydraulic pipes feeding the front remote controls of the cabin tractors has been improved, and now there are mudguards.

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Avocado is in fashion. The star raw material in the tropical production sector continues to be one of the fruit of the moment, with a sustained increase in demand that has been on the rise for several years, as shown by the main consumption observatories.

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