The California Table Grape Commission has said it is providing the USDA with input on ways to enhance competitiveness, as part of its focus on the long-term viability of the industry. read more

These new container ships, with an original design intended to improve energy efficiency and environmental performance, will join CMA CGM's fleet of around 620 vessels, of which more than 30 are already powered by alternative energy. These vessels will reduce up to -20%
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Around 20 million packaging units are to be stored, picked and handled at the METRO LOGISTICS sites in Kirchheim, Altlandsberg and Bergkirchen - an extensive collaboration between the two companies. read more

Families are being recruited as ‘slug scouts’ during half term as scientists work to fight back against the leading pest found in farmers’ fields. read more

Eurofruit’s Fruit Logistica Part 2 edition is out now. The second in our two-part spotlight on innovation brings you more insights into how fresh produce companies can raise their game in 2024 and beyond. read more

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A groundbreaking research project has been launched by the British Onions Producers’ Association (BOPA) to tackle the threat of fusarium basal rot (FBR). read more

During FRUIT LOGISTICA, he met with the President of the Kiwi Committee, Carlos Cruzat, the outgoing President of Zespri, Bruce Cameron, and his successor Nathan Flowerday, as well as with the CEO of Zespri, Daniel Mathieson. read more

Although it is still early in the season, Zespri's latest supply estimate reflects the favourable growing conditions seen across New Zealand in recent months. This year's harvest will be significantly higher than the 133 million trays produced last year.
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Zespri has announced its latest forecast for the 2024 New Zealand kiwifruit season with the marketer expecting to ship around 193m trays of kiwifruit to markets around the world. read more

Coles has announced the opening of applications for round 12 of the Coles Nurture Fund, with grants of up to A$500,000 available to fuel projects that drive innovation, sustainability and growth. read more

The Fruit Logistica fruit and vegetable industry show, which took place from 7 to 9 February, recorded growth in terms of visitors, exhibitors and exhibition space. The trade fair was also more international than ever according to the organisers. read more

The protests in France and Belgium have now spilled over to Spain. "In the past 24 hours, protesting Spaniards have repeatedly pulled over trucks from Morocco and Senegal. These activists then drive these to local depots, where they switch off the refrigeration and leave the doors open. Then, if
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The Technology Transfer Service (STT) of the Elche Agricultural Experimental Station (EEA) has organised the eleventh edition of the Technical Conference on Artichoke cultivation, which will deal with the results of the latest trials on sustainable practices for

theTechnology Transfer Service (STT) of the Elche Agricultural Experimental Station (EEA) has organised the eleventh edition of the Technical Conference on Artichoke cultivation.
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