In South Africa, a land where water shortages and power cuts have underlined the finite nature of natural and man-made resources, and where ethical treatment of underprivileged people has defined the country’s very existence for as long as anyone can remember, awareness of the various
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At least five million people in Africa who benefit from the trade of airfreighted fresh produce to UK and European supermarkets are at risk from calls to reduce carbon emissions by limiting flown food and flowers. read more

Fresh Direct has come up with an innovative food-waste solution with the development of a new Watermelon Rind Chutney. read more

The associations from the energy sector, industry and the agriculture and food sector criticise the fact that the current revision of the federal funding for energy and resource efficiency in the economy (EEW) includes additional restrictions in the funding for biomass and energy efficiency.
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Sainsbury’s has announced that from today (8 February), every banana bought in its stores will contribute towards paying thousands of workers a fairer wage and support the future of banana growers in Cameroon, Colombia, Dominican Republic and Ghana. read more

According to the company, the HEWA 3800 washing machine, which was launched in 2023, sets new standards in hygienic design and washes salad, vegetables, fruit and other food continuously, effectively and in a resource-saving manner. The avocado robot solution, which will also be demonstrated,
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"Our presence at the trade fair will therefore be all about dialogue and partnership. We are already looking forward to making intensive use of the trade fair days to discuss with our partners from production and trade all the topics that are important to us as a marketing producer cooperative.
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Bloom Fresh International has announced it will license its protected plant varieties to Chinese growers, providing ongoing support for their success. In support of this move, Bloom Fresh said it will also take legal action against nurseries and growers who illegitimately use its proprietary
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Not even Lufthansa was able to stop the battleship Fruitlogistica. Cancelled or rescheduled flights since Tuesday due to strikes by the flag carrier did not prevent the Berlin event from getting off to a convincing start. the industry was waiting for the event to prove itself,
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Fruit Logistica is once again the setting chosen by the Caliche Group to boost its international projection. The company has turned its stand at the trade fair held in Berlin into a meeting point for clients and collaborators interested in its comprehensive first-class service.
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At Fruit Logistica, the UNITEC Group not only presents its latest solutions for the sector, but also celebrates 100 years of non-stop research and experimentation in strong connection with the market: 'Our mission is to stand by our customers,' explains President Angelo Benedetti, 'to
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Yesterday, the press conference for the presentation of Interpoma 2024, the only international trade fair dedicated to the apple, was held at Fruit Logistica. The programme of the Interpoma Congress, the traditional international congress, was also presented at the event.
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How to revive the fortunes of the fruit and vegetable sector? The three presidents of the sector's main trade associations, Ettore Prandini (Coldiretti), Massimiliano Giansanti(Confagricoltura) and Cristiano Fini (Cia-Agricoltori Italiani), expressed their thoughts on the occasion of
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The agricultural sector in Almeria in unity and coordination announced the launch of a calendar of demonstrations. Throughout Spain, more than 20 demonstrations have been called and, despite the fact that we are in the middle of the horticultural campaign, we will be demonstrating this February. read more

At Fruit Logistica 2024 VIP confirms its position as a first-class partner for apples in Europe. After a successful start to the marketing season, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of the Vinschgau Valley guarantees year-round availability of apples
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According to the EastFruit, the Ukrainian potato market has seen a sharp drop in trade activity. An increase in the supply of potatoes has driven down the prices in this sector. Farmers who had been raising potato prices almost every week since mid-October 2023 are now forced to lower them. As
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"The plants are producing large, sweet blueberries with perfect texture. We are excited to see what the season holds for us this year, as early feedback from customers has been very positive," explains Ali Diab, Agriventure's managing director. read more