At Potager City, the pineapple has lost its crown. Following in the footsteps of Cora at the start of the year, the chain specialized in the delivery of fruit and vegetable baskets to relay outlets, decided last month to offer pineapples without crowns. Laurent Vichard, managing director of. read more

About 3.5 years ago, Frutura made its first acquisition in the produce industry with a focus on grapes, citrus, and avocados. However, last year, the company expanded its presence in the berry segment through the acquisitions of Sun Belle and Giddings. Berries are now a significant focus for the company. read more

In this article, we focus on the second half of April 2024. Following several months packed with holidays, this period tends to be quieter in terms of festivities. However, don't forget about Sant Jordi, an important holiday celebrated with lots of roses in Spain. And the industry is already... read more

Przemysł globalnych borówek nadal się rozwija, napędzany wzrostem spożycia na osobę na całym świecie. Prognozy wskazują na znaczące możliwości dalszego wzrostu, bez oznak zwolnienia. Dla peruwiańskiego przemysłu borówek obecna kampania nie tylko przekroczyła oczekiwania.

The global blueberry industry continues to expand, driven by increasing per capita consumption worldwide. Projections indicate significant opportunities for further growth, with no signs of slowing down. For the Peruvian blueberry industry, the current campaign has not only exceeded expectations. read more

Geothermie Groep Nederland (GGN) has decided to abandon its plans to extract geothermal heat at 25 locations in the horticultural area near Erica, the Netherlands. GGN and local horticulturists could not come to an agreement on the purchase of geothermal heat. The growers believe there are other ways to utilize the heat. read more

Wageningen Economic Research conducted a study on the effects of the new EU sustainability directive CSDD on Dutch agri-food companies. The conclusion was that the sector must make significant efforts to decrease environmental and human rights impacts throughout the supply chain. The Due Diligence Dashboard is a tool that helps companies in achieving this goal. read more

Den Berk Délice has opened its first in-house greenhouse in Agadir, Morocco. By taking full control of foreign cultivation, Den Berk Délice guarantees consistent quality and taste for its customers all year round. The move to its own greenhouse in Morocco follows years of collaboration with. read more

A Dutch technician, who arrived in Aruba around 10 years ago without any prior horticultural experience, has been providing frisée lettuce, Batavia, and oak leaf lettuce to numerous chefs on the island. Over time, he has also dedicated himself to training local young people in the world of fruits and vegetables. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce, through its vegetable division, Mann Packing, is launching Newman's Own™ Salad Kits, the first packaged salad kits from the charitable food brand. This new product line merges Fresh Del Monte's commitment to offering fresh, high-quality products with supporting... read more

Out of the 226 supermarkets operating in the area, 88 have been damaged and 39 have suffered a total loss of equipment. The Association of Supermarkets of the Valencian Community

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On January 1, 2024, the acquisition of the well-established Frankfurt company Augustin was officially confirmed. "My business partner and I already have a lot of experience in the fruit and vegetable wholesale business," says Özer Yilmaz, one of the two new managing directors who has been. read more

The ninth edition of Italy's international event for green professionals will open its doors at Fiera Milano Rho from February 19 to 21, 2025. This gathering for companies, operators, and associations in landscaping, horticulture, gardening, and sports grounds offers a showcase of proposals. read more

The stringent regulatory environment in the European Union and the global trend towards sustainability are compelling fruit growers to embrace more environmentally friendly practices in their businesses. Smurfit Westrock has introduced corrugated cardboard solutions to meet these changing demands. This initiative not only provides... read more

In Valencia, it has been demonstrated that green cuisine is not just a trend, but a reality. During the awards ceremony of the organization We're Smart® World, the Capital of Europe in 2024 has been chosen as the Green Capital of Europe. read more

Monoprix, already operating in 16 countries, has recently revealed its partnership with local franchise partner TMT For Food and Beverages to expand its presence in Egypt, a market experiencing significant transformation. The first stores are scheduled to open in 2025. Alfred Hawawini, Monoprix's managing director, is... read more

Master lecture on Biotechnologies in horticultural productions. This is the new appointment with Macfrut Academy scheduled for Thursday, December 12 at 5 pm (Italian time) with Professor Bruno Mezzetti. The episode is free of charge upon registration on the Academy's platform. read more

Last year, apples from Val Venosta were displayed in 74 Famila and Emisfero stores. The collaboration between Vip and Unicomm (Selex) has been renewed this year with new activities planned. Once again, the apples were featured in the retail outlets. read more

Zgodnie z informacjami EastFruit, Maroko przygotowuje się do rozpoczęcia nowego sezonu produkcji borówki, z prognozami przewidującymi szczególnie optymistyczne wyniki - informuje Blueberriesconsulting. read more

Zrównoważony rozwój jest teraz na agendzie każdej organizacji, chociaż istnieją duże różnice w ocenach firm i sektorów dotyczących interpretacji aspektów środowiskowych, społecznych i zarządzania (ESG) oraz pozytywnego wpływu. Tak wynika z raportu SD400, corocznej ankiety platformy biznesowej. read more

The strawberry planting season in Morocco started late this year, but the weather conditions have led to an earlier-than-expected harvest. Amine Bennani, president of the Moroccan Association of Soft Fruit Producers, stated: "We have had warm temperatures recently, and all the plants, whether planted late or early, are now maturing." read more