Krishak Bharati Cooperative Ltd (KRIBHCO) has partnered with Farm Frites from the Netherlands to set up a potato processing plant in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh. This joint venture aims to establish a high-tech facility to improve potato farming in the region. read more

Kronen GmbH recently showcased its CAP 350 cabbage cutting machine and HEWA 4000 washing machine for fruits, vegetables, and salad leaves at the Fruit Logistica trade show. "We were thrilled to host visitors from 50 different countries, and we are very pleased with the positive feedback received for our new and existing... read more

Belgium: Delhaize recognized for leadership in health and sustainability

Ahold Delhaize reported: "We are proud to share that the latest Business Impact Assessments (BIA) study by Sciensano has reaffirmed our Belgium brand Delhaize's leadership in health and sustainability, recognizing its read more

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Enes Gulbudak, the foreign trade manager for Turkish apple exporter Gulbudak, mentioned that the Turkish apple season has been successful. The exporter has successfully diversified its export markets beyond just India. "Our apple season has been going well so far, despite some challenges," he said. read more

Moleaer has expanded its range of irrigation technologies with four new additions: Lotus PLUS, NEO B, NEO N Ozone, and the high-flow Trinity platform. These new products complement the company's existing nanobubble technology portfolio, providing irrigation solutions for a variety of greenhouse applications. read more

The organization Fresh Antalya, which hosts the Turkish fresh produce exhibition, visited Berlin to attend Fruit Logistica in order to connect with Turkish stands. Raghad Shvehneh, the overseas visitor representative of Fresh Antalya, explained: "We attended Fruit Logistica with our ANFAŞ Board of Directors." read more

The agro-industrial company Camposol has announced that it has obtained Global GAP certification for its cultivation and packaging plant for pitahayas. This certification acknowledges the company's dedication to food safety, product traceability, environmental conservation, health and safety practices, and worker welfare. read more

On Friday, February 7, 2025, the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) held its annual General Assembly, which took place at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. On this occasion, the association presented the forecasts for apple and pear harvests in the Southern Hemisphere for the upcoming season. read more

"The Colombian banana sector faces constant challenges, but we continue working to guarantee the quality and sustainability of our production," stated José Francisco Zúñiga Cotes, executive president of the Association of Banana Producers of Magdalena and Guajira (ASBAMA). read more

In 2016, InnoFruit, based in Barendrecht, acquired two neighboring table grape farms in South Africa, situated 300 kilometers north of Cape Town. InnoFruit is a part of Fruitful Ventures, with Olympic Fruit being the main commercial company that has decided to integrate backward in the supply chain in recent years. read more

Picnic will be opening a 33,000 m² distribution center for fruits and vegetables at the Hogeweide business park in Geldermalsen in early March. From this new facility, fresh products will be delivered to Picnic's distribution centers in the Netherlands, Germany, and France, supporting their online operations. read more

The agroecological conversion in Europe is continuing at a steady pace, with the percentage of agricultural land cultivated using organic methods reaching 11%. These figures are highlighted in the document "The World of Organic Agriculture 2024", referring to the year 2023. read more

In Italy, Agriculture 4.0 experienced a slowdown in investments in 2024, with an 8% decrease compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 2.3 billion euros. This data was reported by the Smart Agrifood Observatory of the Polytechnic University of Milan. read more

DP World has achieved a significant milestone in the development of the Sokhna Logistics Park, with 65% of the initial phase completed. This US$80 million logistics hub, situated in the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE), is designed to improve Egypt's logistics infrastructure and establish it as a key regional trade hub. read more

On behalf of Apeel Sciences in Valencia (Spain), Industrial Auctions is organizing an online auction of fruit processing machinery. The auction includes various drying, cleaning, and sorting lines, which feature drying tunnels with brush beds and switch cabinets from Maf Roda Agrobotic Sienz. read more

After the launch of the Sinclair-T55 with the Zespri Group at Fruit Attraction in October 2024, interest has been high as

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Zinaida Plamadeala, marketing manager for Moldovan fruit exporter PDG Fruct, stated that the previous plum season in Moldova was more challenging compared to the season before due to weather conditions. "The Moldovan plum season usually lasts from August to November, with Stanley variety being the most prevalent." read more

The 2024 vegetable production report showcases notable changes in crop yields, planted and harvested areas, and market values in various categories. Several major vegetable crops saw a decrease in production, with asparagus down by 14%, snap beans by 21%, and sweet corn by 14% compared to the previous year. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has unveiled a preview of its new Echinacea Prima™ 'Aura'. This striking perennial stands out in the garden with its jewel-toned flowers, showcasing a deep rose-pink center that transitions gracefully to a soft pastel-lime at the edges. Echinacea Prima 'Aura' is the ninth in the series. read more