The Latvia-based company Carbon Less Future (CLF) is developing a new approach to reforestation using shipping containers. Their innovative tree-growing system, based on vertical farming techniques, can produce up to 33,600 saplings in one cycle. The system is designed to enhance efficiency and optimize the reforestation process. read more

Singapore: Grab ogłasza powołania liderów w Singapurze i Wietnamie Grab ogłosiło powołania liderów w Singapurze i Wietnamie, obowiązujące od 1 lipca 2025 r. Alejandro Osorio, który obecnie kieruje Grabem w Wietnamie, został mianowany dyrektorem zarządzającym Grab Singapur. Ma Tuan Trong, obecnie read more

The blueberry season of 2025-26 is expected to be one of the most intense and complex seasons to date, with export forecasts exceeding 400,000 tons. Luis Miguel Vegas, the manager of Proarándanos, has cautioned about the significant challenges the sector will encounter this year. In terms of logistics, the plan read more

The Makueni County Government in Kenya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TradeMark Africa (TMA) to establish an Export Supply Hub (ESH). This initiative is designed to reduce post-harvest losses and improve access to international markets for mangoes, avocados, and French beans. read more

Pracownicy norweskiego dystrybutora owoców odkryli paczkę kokainy w pudełku z bananami, co doprowadziło do odkrycia zapasów o łącznej wadze 147 kilogramów przez celników. To zdarzenie jest częścią serii incydentów związanych z ukrywaniem kokainy w przesyłkach owoców. Odkrycie, które miało miejsce 3 kwietnia, ma wartość uliczną wynoszącą 170 tysięcy. read more

As global trade dynamics shift, the Mercosur-EU trade deal faces potential hurdles, with Brazilian officials anticipating a challenging diplomatic journey. Countries like France, Poland, and Italy may try to block the agreement, while a coordinated campaign against it is expected in the summer. read more

Last season, Castilla y León retained its position as the leading potato producer in Spain, with over 17,000 hectares planted out of nearly 70,000 hectares nationwide. Despite a 1.9% decrease in total potato acreage in Spain, Castilla y León experienced a 2% increase. Out of Spain's nearly two million tons of potatoes produced, Castilla y León contributed significantly to the overall output. read more

Wellhill Farm, situated on Scotland's Moray Coast, has been run by the Taylor family since 1926. Currently in its fourth generation, the farm is overseen by brothers Owen and Duncan Taylor, along with their mother Ilene. The farm cultivates sixteen types of seed potatoes for both domestic and international markets. read more

Niestandardowa pogoda spowodowała poważne szkody w uprawach owoców w Indiach, przy czym obfite opady deszczu i silne wiatry zniszczyły sady i plantacje w Andhra Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh i Tamil Nadu. W dystrykcie Chittoor, w Andhra Pradesh, prawie 550 ton mango zostało utraconych zaledwie kilka tygodni wcześniej. read more

The Egyptian table grape season begins in May with early varieties. According to Abdelkader Habony, the season is expected to be successful. "Growers have been able to capitalize on the market situation by aligning with consumer preferences and implementing effective agricultural practices. read more

Fruitimprese reports that the recent and sudden frosts recorded in various areas of Turkey are negatively affecting the supply of products destined for the European market of dried fruits and nuts, with inevitable repercussions on prices. The situation is very serious. read more

Tatomir Farms in Leamington, Ontario, is currently actively harvesting rhubarb as the 2025 season progresses. Owner Dennis Tatomir mentioned, "We received a significant amount of rain, which greatly boosted the growth of the rhubarb." Harvesting has been underway for a week, and operations are anticipated to continue. read more

In Odisha, the district of Kalahandi is creating a new story by exporting G9 bananas to Dubai. This growth showcases the region's agricultural potential, especially in growing the Grand Naine variety, which is recognized for its high productivity and resilience. The G9 banana, also known as read more

Temperature control is one of the most important factors that directly affects the quality and lifespan of fresh cut flowers and plants. Like all living things, flowers and plants require temperature control to varying extents in order to thrive. fluctuations in temperature. read more

The feared rosy apple aphid (dysaphis plantaginea) appears to be especially aggressive this year. French apple and pear producers are working hard to prevent infestations, but the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP) is already forecasting reduced yields for the upcoming season, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

On Tuesday, April 29th, I visited a blackcurrant plantation owned by Marcin and Tomasz Sadak in the village of Okalina-Wieś in the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship. It was an opportunity to discuss the solutions implemented by the owners and how... read more

Jak hurtowy dystrybutor może dalej dodawać wartość w łańcuchu dostaw produktów rolnych? Ten problem jest na pierwszym miejscu w umyśle Ben B. Schwartz & Sons, jednego z pierwotnych najemców Detroit Produce Terminal. Założona ponad wiek temu, rodzinna firma Ben B. ma młodszą generację właścicieli.

How does a wholesale distributor continue to add value in the produce supply chain? This has been top of mind for Ben B. Schwartz & Sons, one of the original tenants of the Detroit Produce Terminal. Established more than a century ago, family-owned Ben B. has a younger generation of ownership. read more

The fifth edition of the Tech 4.0's Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) & Indoor Farming 4.0 online conference has been officially launched, with over 800 attendees participating from more than 300 farms, technology suppliers, research institutions, and policy organizations worldwide. read more

Thanks to significant investments in the modernization of preservation processes, VIP is now able to offer apples with high organoleptic and quality standards for twelve months a year. This achievement is made possible by a cutting-edge logistics and storage system that... read more

The first episode of the analysis on eggplants and zucchinis highlighted different strategies among the six considered brands, with significant differences in the depth of assortments (click here for further details), and a clear prevalence of packaged products for zucchinis, unlike. read more