The tool enables suppliers to develop an action plan to address these wage gaps, which is regularly analyzed and adjusted annually. Initially, the wage disparities between living wages on-site and actual wages paid are identified. read more

After initial forays in 2022, the solar power project quickly proved its worth in practical testing in 2023: From its launch in August 2023 to May 2024 alone, a total of 52 PV systems were installed in markets, with an additional seven systems on logistics centers of the Rewe Group. read more

"Too Good to Go" now has 7,500 partner businesses nationwide in Austria. Since 2010, over 12 million tonnes of food have been saved from the bin and placed in the "surprise bags." Orders are made through the app, and the reserved bags are ready for pick-up shortly before the stores close. read more

Scottish grower Peter Marshall & Co (Marshall Farms) has expanded its supply relationship with Asda to provide over 3.5 million cherries this summer. read more

Currently, the price situation in the Polish potato market is not favorable for the producers of these vegetables. However, there is a scenario on the horizon that predicts a relatively quick improvement in this situation. Will potato prices in the Polish wholesale market start rising quickly? read more

The new season of Gala apple harvest has started much earlier than last year. The first batches of these fruits have already hit the domestic market. What are the wholesale prices of Gala apples from the 2024 harvest? read more

Usually, the rhubarb harvesting season enters its second active phase in mid-August. However, this year, at least for now, this increased activity is not apparent. How are the prices of rhubarb being purchased for processing shaping up? read more

The major challenge when cutting potatoes is to obtain uniform pieces. For this, it is important that the potato is placed exactly in the center of the knife. An appropriate solution for this is provided by Sormac with the dividing machine DMA-90, which features an innovative read more

What has happened in the last few days with industrial apple purchase prices has caused a lot of uproar among farmers. It's not an exaggeration to say that the apple industry is in turmoil. What is the current situation in this sector of the fruit market? read more

The New Zealand government's decision to lift a 30-year ban on gene editing technology has been welcomed by Plant & Food Research as a step that could support the improvement of varietal development. read more

Vanguard Group International has announced that it will be adding blueberries to its portfolio, with plans to plant between 150ha and 200ha in Ica, Peru, as reported by the Peruvian newspaper Gestión. read more

Miasto regionalne Griffith w regionie Riverina w Nowej Południowej Walii zostanie gospodarzem Kongresu Cytrusowego Australii 2025 (ACC 2025), zapewniając praktyczne środowisko do wymiany wiedzy i nawiązywania kontaktów. read more

The initial batches of Red Moon apples grown in Australia have been released to the market by Barolli Orchards, who introduced this red-fleshed variety in July. read more

It is a unique sight in the reception area of the Luik Natie Group; recently, Belgian-grown bananas have been placed on display there. "Everyone told us that the trees would never bear fruit, but now there are about a dozen bunches. A great showcase for a company that processes 60,000 tonnes of bananas." read more

The Tunisian stone fruit season is coming to an end at the end of August and has been successful, according to Fatma Zramdini, CEO of RioFresh. Despite the drought, as the country is experiencing its fifth year of water stress, the volumes of stone fruits have improved this year. Zramdini says, "The volume ..." read more

With the European apple harvest falling short, Hungary is experiencing a surge in demand for its apples, leading to anticipated price hikes. According to FruitVeB, Hungary's apple yield is projected at 330,000 tons, marking a significant drop from the previous year's 472,000 tons. read more

Lievaart Expeditie is moving to new premises in Naaldwijk. The company has been well-known for its transportation services for flowers and plants, but now it is also time to truly stand out, according to Jan Willem Lievaart. Currently, a new 20,000 m² building is being constructed on the former site. read more

Obecnie dostawy winogron z Kalifornii są stabilne. „Część tego ciepła, które mieliśmy kilka tygodni temu, nie tylko przyspieszyła dojrzewanie niektórych odmian, ale także spowodowała pewne szkody” - mówi Justin Bedwell z firmy Bari Produce. „To, co nas powstrzymuje przed zwiększeniem naszej podaży, to dodatkowy czas. read more

Agriculture Victoria has confirmed the first detection of Varroa mite in Victoria at a property in Nangiloc, near Mildura. This discovery was made during Agriculture Victoria's routine surveillance activities, which are conducted annually during the almond pollination season. Image: Stephen read more

Málaga's mango production is expected to decrease by 70%, resulting in around 12,000 tons due to water shortages and challenges during flowering periods. The Spanish Tropical Association has pointed out that this decline could increase the market value of the fruit in Europe. Málaga, contributing 85 per read more