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

Tosca has formed a partnership with Avery Dennison, an international company in the materials science sector, to adopt reusable plastic pallets in its European supply chain and reduce CO2 emissions. Thanks to Tosca's innovative pooling model, the. read more

Patrick Larèrre from Fermes Larèrre has been cultivating ginger for 4 years now, producing a rare, fresh, and 100% organic product. This is a unique endeavor in France, viewing climate change as an opportunity rather than a challenge. "Ginger requires heat and humidity for growth. read more

Marketing of table potatoes was mainly controlled by German suppliers. Deliveries from France and the Netherlands were irregular. The selection was slightly wider with the French Regina variety. Overall, business was relatively slow. According to the BLE, traders seldom needed to make adjustments to their strategies. read more

In the most recent financial developments, the British pound has reached its highest level against the euro in two and a half years. This increase has been influenced by the Bank of England's relatively hawkish stance and political uncertainties in France and Germany. However, the pound experienced a decline against a. read more

In Nanshan District, Shenzhen, located in Guangdong Province in southern China, there is a lively marketplace known as "Dutch Flower Town" that offers a wide variety of flowers, such as succulents, sunflowers, roses, kumquats, and chrysanthemums. This marketplace covers an area of around 60,000 square meters. read more