In the United Kingdom, there is a collaborative initiative called SusProt that is currently in progress. The initiative aims to convert unused broccoli into sustainable plant protein in order to reduce the CO2 footprint and environmental damage caused by protein production for human consumption. This project involves... read more

"Trial and error" is how Ion Ionas describes his company's exports to the EU since 2014. Founded by his father in 2001, Ionex was among the first in Moldova to ship stone fruit and grapes westward. "The first year, we shipped ten truckloads but paid dearly for that learning experience. We, read more

With our recent integration into the Orisha business group, we reinforce our commitment to remain at the forefront of the Smart Agro sector, providing advanced technological solutions for the agro-industry. read more

Khachik Aharonyan, 42, is the owner of "Zeytun Sweet", one of the largest bakeries in Armenia. He has dedicated his life to the company, starting immediately after completing his studies and military service. Khachik is married to Gayane and together they have three children. read more

Some of the top fresh produce companies in the Americas have informed Fruitnet that they are exploring alternative logistical solutions to manage a strike by port workers along the eastern and Gulf coasts of the country. However, they are concerned about the potential effects of a prolonged strike. read more

Russian Railways (RZD) has announced the extension of a 50% discount on the transportation of fruit and vegetable products from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan for the year 2025. This initiative aims to support the export of fruits and vegetables to Russia, which remains the primary market for Uzbekistan. read more

Fruit Attraction, organized by Ifema Madrid and Fepex, celebrates a new edition from October 8th to 10th, an international event now in its 16th year under the motto "Discover the essence of the sector." The Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives of Murcia

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Dwa łagodne papryczki habanero znane jako "Notta Hotta" i "Mild Thing", które zachowują unikalne owocowe i kwiatowe aromaty i smaki papryczek, ale posiadają niższy poziom ostrości, są wypuszczane przez Oregon State University. "Mieliśmy szefów kuchni podchodzących do nich i patrzących na nie, mówiących: 'Więc wiem, w mojej read more

In a recent development, dockworkers in the United States, represented by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), concluded their strike along the East and Gulf Coasts after reaching a "tentative agreement" with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The work stoppage, which had led to disruptions in port operations, has now come to an end. read more

In Australia, bananas are a staple in over 90% of households, with Premier Fresh Australia annually supplying ALDI with 8.5 million kilograms of Cavendish bananas. Premier Fresh Australia, located in Tropical Far North Queensland, owns 517 acres of banana farming land in the Innisfail area. read more

The winners of this year's Berry Fest 2025 in the categories of "professional" and "home" production were announced. The competition took place on October 3, 2023 at Mała Wieś Palace. The jury of the competition consisted of Łukasz Klesyk, Zbigniew Kmieć, Katarzyna Puk, Mikołaj Rey, and Hieronim Błażejak. read more

Rynek egzotycznych owoców wciąż stanowi niszę, zwłaszcza w Europie, gdzie ich wysoka cena ogranicza konsumpcję do określonych sektorów, takich jak Horeca (hotele, restauracje i firmy cateringowe) oraz sieci supermarketów premium, głównie w Niemczech. Jednak, według Marii Pauliny Pérez, dyrektor handlowy... read more

IFA National Potato Chair Sean Ryan is urging all participants in the food industry – including consumers, packers, and retailers – to show their support for local growers on National Potato Day. The Irish potato industry is valued at more than €105 million at the farmgate, with over 8,000 hectares planted each year. read more

According to Yevhen Kuzin, an International Consultant and Horticulture Market Analyst at FAO, the Eastern European region has seen a 28% rise in fruit and vegetable imports from 2019 to 2023, reaching $10 billion. This amount does not include intra-regional trade. read more

Convenience and locality are two trends that have been shaping the fresh produce market for several years. De Terp Squash Only, the largest organic pumpkin grower in the Netherlands, has been tapping into these trends by offering Dutch-grown produce throughout the fall season and by recently opening a processing kitchen. This demonstrates their understanding of the market and their commitment to providing quality products. read more

Sakata America Holding Company, a subsidiary of Sakata Seed Corporation, is pleased to announce the opening of its new headquarters, the Sakata Woodland Innovation Center. This facility, situated on 219 acres of agricultural land in Yolo County, California, represents a major milestone in our dedication to. read more

AIPH has announced its official approval of the 17th International Flora Expo 2024. Scheduled to take place this month in India from 25 to 27 October 2024 at the NESCO Exhibition Center in Mumbai, this Expo is an International Horticultural Trade Exhibition that shines a spotlight on. read more

East Japan Railway Co. (JR East) is considering the idea of introducing a dedicated Shinkansen car for freight transportation, which would be a departure from the current practice of mixing passenger and freight services. The new car would not have seats in order to optimize cargo capacity. read more

Rescina Service, a company from Apulia that designs and assembles weighers, is preparing to introduce a tabletop version of the Karmen model. "In the last three years, we have sold hundreds of this model, which is utilized for packaging directly at the harvest, particularly in vineyards. This weighing solution is..." read more

Zespri has started a pre-commercial trial of red kiwifruit in a few selected stores in Belgium. The newest kiwifruit variety from Zespri, RubyRed, is now in its third year of commercial production. The fruit, grown in New Zealand, is generating a lot of excitement in the market among consumers. read more