The focus was on computer vision systems and so-called dendrometers for monitoring fruit growth. The LIDO network, founded in 2023, now includes 30 local and international partners who use this platform to further develop their technologies. read more

The campaign is aimed at the general population as well as political decision-makers. Highlights include a sustainability tour through four German cities and a poster that can be brought to life with a mobile phone. read more

Various cutting strategies were applied and an increased lighting intensity of 240 µmol per m2 per second was tested. The researchers were able to show that eggplants can be grown under full LED lighting in Dutch greenhouses during the winter months. However, read more

A deal between South Africa's state-owned logistics company, Transnet, and a company owned by Filipino billionaire Enrique Razon to expand and operate the largest container port in sub-Saharan Africa in Durban has been temporarily halted. read more

"With Joe Biden as president, the USA has once again become Germany's most important trading partner, our longstanding connections creating prosperity and jobs on both sides of the ocean. I hope that we can continue the good relationship even after November 6th." read more

Gradually, more producers are entering the sale of persimmons. In Spain, the supply is increasing. So far, the quantities can be marketed without any problems. The demand in Central Europe is strong. The German market is also developing lively. The share of households that recently read more

Hailstorms have affected approximately 1,500 hectares of production in the Valencia region, with citrus and persimmon crops being among the most severely impacted, according to the agricultural union Ava-Asaja. read more

Argentina's National Institute of Agricultural Technology (Inta) has developed a Japanese-style plum named Silvana Inta. This variety was obtained through natural pollination of the Letizia variety and is known for its exceptional organoleptic characteristics. read more

Accordingly, Rome can provide 1 billion euros to support agricultural farms in the regions of Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany, and Marche with direct subsidies. Specifically, the funds are intended to restore production capacities and compensate for damages incurred. read more

In addition to the tourism industry, the agriculture sector is expected to be particularly affected by the innovations. One of the planned measures is to carry out the relevant administrative procedures completely digitally in order to be able to trace every step. In the future, work visas are also supposed to be issued digitally. read more

Calavo Growers has named Anna Kirsch as the director of business development. In this newly established position, Kirsch will lead the company's strategic growth efforts in the avocado business sector. read more

Two South African fruit growing and marketing companies have expanded their presence in the South African apple and pear industry by acquiring Western Cape fruit farms that were formerly owned by Capespan Agri. read more

Ifco, a company that provides the fresh produce industry with reusable packaging such as returnable plastic crates for retail, has stated that it expects strong growth and higher market demand for its products in Europe and North America. Additionally, the company is anticipating "organic expansion" in Asia. read more

AP Moller-Maersk has announced the launch of its new seasonal ocean service, the Korosho Express, specifically designed to support the cashew trade in Tanzania. read more

The Raspberry Economics in Production project has received £1 million in funding from the UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI) Innovate UK programme. The project aims to enhance the sustainability of raspberry production in the UK. read more

The 2024 Peruvian avocado campaign is expected to conclude on a positive note despite facing a challenging production scenario. According to consultancy FreshFruit Peru, shipments are projected to reach 591,000 tonnes by the end of the year, with a total worth of US$1.27 billion. read more

SanLucar will invite consumers to "Dive into the fun with sweet fruits" as part of its latest collaboration with Disney. The promotional packs of branded citrus, mangoes, avocados will be available in stores in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, Romania, Poland, and Sweden starting next month. read more

Morocco is planning to resume the export of mandarins to Russia by the end of this year after a temporary suspension, as reported by Rue20. read more

The prices of industrial apples in Poland have affected the competitiveness of this raw material in the German market. How much is an apple for processing currently being bought for? read more