Digital agriculture takes the spotlight at Fruit Logistica.
2025-01-23 00:00
Fruit Logistica 2025 is gearing up to welcome a record number of exhibitors showcasing digital technologies applied to agriculture. The Smart Agri exhibition area, located in Hall 3.1, will host 36 exhibitors from 18 countries, a significant increase compared to the previous year.
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KKR is set to acquire Dawsongroup in order to expedite growth and assist in the transition of their fleet.
2025-01-23 00:00
Dawsongroup, an independent asset leasing business that offers a wide range of business-critical solutions, and KKR, a global investment firm, have announced that KKR has reached a binding agreement with Dawsongroup's shareholders to acquire the Group. The acquisition will be completed as planned.
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Terra Nova Nurseries has unveiled a sneak peek of its new Agastache 'Peach Pearl'. Agastache 'Peach Pearl' is a companion plant to the well-loved Agastache 'Pink Pearl', boasting similar exceptional features such as deer resistance and resistance to downy mildew.
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Exploring alternatives to peat
2025-01-23 00:00
Syngenta Flowers has made a major move towards sustainability in Young Plant Production by minimizing the utilization of peat in the production of young plants at our facility in De Lier (NL). There is a growing demand to discover sustainable substitutes for peat in a range of industries, notably.
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The Giumarra Companies are introducing their California-grown kiwifruit co-branded with Thx!, an award-winning social impact program. The fruit is now available in Nature's Partner®-branded consumer pack clamshells, allowing shoppers to enjoy fresh, green kiwifruit while supporting a good cause directly...
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The recent decision by the United States Administration to close its doors to Spanish pepper imports has raised concerns among growers, especially in Almeria, where the majority of the production destined for the American market is concentrated. However, this closure is not expected to be a major issue.
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Indian orchid growers will receive subsidies of up to $3,800.
2025-01-23 00:00
On Monday, January 20, West Godavari Collector Ch. Nagarani announced a subsidy of up to ₹32 lakh for orchid farmers to support drip irrigation and other components. She highlighted the growing demand for orchids in cities such as Visakhapatnam, Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad during her visit to an orchid farm.
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The first shipment of premium cherries from Chile, supplied by Subsole, has arrived in India. The shipment has been well received, and Indian consumers are responding positively to the quality and taste of Chilean cherries. This represents a significant milestone for the Indian fresh produce industry.
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Better yields per hectare have been achieved, but it hasn't been possible to cultivate 100% of Huelva's avocado acreage.
2025-01-23 00:00
The production of avocados has significantly increased this year in the Spanish province of Huelva. According to sector estimates, this year's winter harvest has grown by approximately 30%, "and the growth could have been even greater, although we are still far from achieving 100% of the expected."
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Spanish representatives are advocating for EU support to combat imports from Morocco.
2025-01-23 00:00
Las autoridades españolas quieren una acción inmediata de la UE respecto a las importaciones de Marruecos. Los funcionarios de Fepex, liderados por el presidente del Comité del Tomate, Juan Jesús Lara, junto con representantes de la Asociación de Organizaciones de Productores de Frutas y Hortalizas de Almería, Coexphal (integrado
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Gilles Duffaut has been appointed as the managing director of Hellmann France with the aim of driving growth and expansion.
2025-01-23 00:00
W środku stycznia Gilles Duffaut objął stanowisko nowego Dyrektora Zarządzającego francuskiej filii firmy Hellmann Worldwide Logistics (Hellmann France). Zastąpił on Alexa Delrue, który przez ostatnie pięć lat pełnił funkcję zarządcy zarówno hiszpańskiej, jak i francuskiej filii. Wraz z utworzeniem tej
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In order to improve the quality of dried peony flowers, a new study has developed an integrated intelligent control and monitoring system. This system utilizes computer vision technology to allow for real-time continuous monitoring and analysis of the total color change (ΔE) and shrinkage rate (SR) of the flowers.
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The world of fruits and vegetables was filled with vibrant colors and superpowers at Marca Fresh 2025, where the slogan "The heroes of fruits and vegetables" captured the attention of visitors, transforming ordinary vegetables into true champions of well-being. Daniele is the one telling the story of this initiative.
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Using vertical fans to aid in energy-saving efforts.
2025-01-23 00:00
The switch from SON-T to LED lighting offers substantial energy cost savings for numerous horticultural companies, but it also brings about new challenges. The climate inside the greenhouse changes when using full LED lighting, as experienced at Rose Nursery Marjoland. This includes the installation of a Luxous 1147 FR energy screen.
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"We will double our volumes of Miranda this year, but that will still fall short of demand."
2025-01-23 00:00
The nowozelandzkiej zbiorów jabłek rozpoczynają się w różnych częściach kraju, a w Golden Bay Fruit na północy Wyspy Południowej Nowej Zelandii zbiory rozpoczną się 10 lutego. "Zaczniemy od odmiany Sassy, a następnie przejdziemy do wczesnych jabłek Royal Gala" - powiedział Patrick Meikle. "Rozmiar jest
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Carrefour, Consum, Aldi, and Lidl opened the most stores last year.
2025-01-23 00:00
Według raportu „Trendów konsumenckich w 2024 roku” opracowanego przez firmę konsultingową NIQ, Mercadona potwierdziła swoje przywództwo w sektorze dystrybucji żywności w Hiszpanii, osiągając udział w rynku na poziomie 29,5% w 2024 roku, pomimo zamknięcia 18 sklepów. Carrefour i Lidl zajęły drugie i trzecie miejsce z udziałem w rynku na poziomie 7,4% i...
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"I regret planting potatoes this season."
2025-01-23 00:00
The potato harvest in Morocco's Doukkala region has just ended, but some growers are struggling to get satisfactory prices. Mohsine Yassine, a local grower, expressed his disappointment: "The crisis is at its peak, to say the least. I regret planting potatoes this year."
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LIDA Plant Research has announced the expansion of the phytosanitary registration of its innovative product.
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Denmark's horticulture expertise showcased at the Floradania booth.
2025-01-23 00:00
At IPM Essen 2025, Floradania will present its joint stand spanning over 300 m2, dedicated to showcasing products that highlight Denmark's expertise in horticulture. The stand will bring together several Danish plant nurseries and sales companies, showcasing a selection of Danish ornamental plants.
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"Due to a smaller apple crop this year, a decision has been made to market Jonagold and Natyra simultaneously."
2025-01-23 00:00
At VerKen Bio Deli-Vers, they have just begun sorting organic Natyra apples. This variety, which typically only hits the market towards the end of the season due to its excellent storage qualities, is now being made available much earlier. "Normally, we prefer not to market it at the same time as Jonagold, but..."
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