The Danish shipping giant Maersk has announced that it will divert all ships from the Red Sea routes around the Cape of Good Hope and, this, will cause significant disruption considering that about one third of global container ship cargo passes through the Suez Canal. read more

The Polish apples performed really well overseas over the course of four months, says Emilia Lewandowska, office manager for Polish fruit exporter Fruit-Group: “We had very good autumn regarding our sold quantities of apples, on both the local market as well as for export. Our overseas clients
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Melissa's, a purveyor of unique produce, has unveiled its 2024 Food Trend Report. This year, it's all about swapping complicated meat alternatives with real, whole foods, embracing “Blue Zone” ingredients, and getting familiar with sweet-tart and spicy flavors from around the world. read more

After stealing a vegetable delivery from Sandbanks Brasserie in Broughty Ferry, owned by MasterChef winner Jamie Scott and his wife Kelly, the thief apologized for his actions. The incident, captured on CCTV and shared on social media, showed the person and their car. read more

Reliable label data enable correct distribution, traceability and smooth processes. cab has 48 years of experience in printing, dispensing and applying labels. Thermal transfer solutions by cab at Fruit Logistica will include compostable materials, label flags and cardboard inserted to side pockets. read more

The Danish shipping giant Maersk has announced that it will divert all ships from the Red Sea routes around the Cape of Good Hope and, this, will cause significant disruption considering that about one third of global container ship cargo passes through the Suez Canal. read more

The Orto di Eleonora artichoke campaign, which aims to 'revitalise' this category also for export, is now in full swing. So much so that at Fruit Logistica it will present a new product, the Green Queen artichoke, with the aim above all of targeting France and Germany. We heard the
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Sydney Markets Limited (SML) has announced the appointment of Peter McBride as its new Chair of the Board of Directors. He is an internationally renowned agribusiness leader, who will commence his role in January, 2024. He succeeds John Pearson ASM, who retired in 2023 after serving as Chair of
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Over half (56 per cent) of adults want UK farmers to adopt farming practices which preserve and enhance the environment and nature, according to new research commissioned by the food and farming certification scheme Fair to Nature. read more

Back in the Serbian capital for its fifth edition, Agro Belgrade has become a leading exhibition for the south-east Europe region, as production in Serbia and the surrounding countries continues to expand. read more

This particularly affects the Poniente region. In the Almería and Níjar regions, the same acreage is generally expected as last season. In Níjar, early varieties will continue to be planted. According to Asaja-Almería, there will be no change in the area planted with melons.
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All indications are that the Namibian table grape industry will hit its export target of 9.1m cartons, and with the harvesting and packing season now coming to an end, growers are reflecting on a year of excellent quality. read more

The list includes foods such as meat, milk chocolate as well as local fruit and vegetables. "We don't know how this selection was made. But as producers, we are extremely concerned that fresh fruit and vegetables are included," said Mariana Miltenova, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors.
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2023 global air cargo markets indicating the strongest year-on-year growth in roughly two years. This is partly due to weakness in November 2022, but also reflects a fourth consecutive month of strengthening demand for
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British biotech company FA Bio has secured a £5.3 million tranche of investment from three European venture capital investment funds as well as existing shareholders and new private investors. read more

Chile has become the first South American country to implement electronic phytosanitary certificates for fruit shipments to South Korea. The ePhyto system came into effect 1 January, 2024, facilitating trade between the two countries and improving the management of plant health. Miguel
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Vog is looking to consolidate its presence in the Middle East and boost sales of organic apples in the region. According to sales manager Klaus Hölzl, the Middle East is a priority export market for the consortium because of its proximity and strategic importance. read more

The focus is on orchards in the context of climate change. Orchards in transition and especially in the face of climate change: How does orchard practice meet the challenges of the future and what insights does orchard research offer? Answers and possible solutions
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Looking back at the last event, Fabiaan Hendricks, Sales Manager for Germany and Austria at Sormac, told Fruchthandel Magazin: "I've already experienced a lot at FRUIT LOGISTICA and also travelled to last year's event with great expectations.
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Blueberry sorting machine “Green Sort” is another interesting product from the Polish company, being sold in dozens of countries around the world: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Portugal, France, South Africa, Romania, Belarus, Russia and Lithuania. Positive opinions from satisfied customers
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