U.S. President Donald Trump has announced significant tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing concerns about illegal immigration and drug trafficking. The tariffs, scheduled to be implemented on Tuesday, include a 25% duty on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10% tax on Chinese goods. read more

With 34 events, including conferences, presentations, and cooking shows, the Italian Fruit Village area stands out as the main exhibition space for the discussion of Italian fruit and vegetables at Fruit Logistica. The events on Wednesday's schedule at Ifv read more

Packinghouses and cooperatives around the world are facing a growing need to improve efficiency, enhance quality control, and streamline operations to handle various fruit varieties and meet strict retailer standards. Biometic is tackling these challenges with AI-powered solutions for packinghouses. read more

Wspólnie z partnerem Packaging Automation, Het Packhuys po raz pierwszy będzie miało własne stoisko na nadchodzących targach Fruit Logistica. "Ostatnio coraz bardziej skupiamy się na rozwijaniu własnych maszyn, takich jak Sepia Casepacker i denester buforowy. Chcieliśmy zaprezentować…" read more

The first weekend of February opened with a violent wave of bad weather, yet another one, which severely hit some Italian regions, especially eastern Sicily, Calabria, and Tuscany. The toll is alarming: tornadoes, landslides, flooding, and heavy hailstorms have brought these areas to their knees. read more

The campaign for strawberries for the period 2024-2025 concludes in January, with a notable price increase at the beginning of the season. Although only 5% of the total volume has been sold thus far, this price surge is considered a positive development, surpassing the trends seen in the previous four campaigns. read more

The organization of Producers Terre della Luce will be presented from February 5th to 7th, 2025 at the international trade fair Fruit Logistica in Berlin, at the "Basilicata Tipica" Stand, Hall 4.2 booth C-34. read more

Obecnie ceny pomidorów na Ukrainie są wysokie, z wielu sklepów sprzedających je średnio za 110-140 UAH/kg ($2,62 - $3,34). Większość dostępnych obecnie pomidorów jest importowana z Turcji i UE, co sprawia, że są one droższe. Ceny powinny spaść, gdy pomidory z ukraińskich szklarni trafią na rynek. read more

The president and director of FEPEX, Cecilio Peregrín and José María Pozancos, along with the presidents of the regional associations of Murcia integrated in the

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Rządowe wsparcie dla krajowo istotnych projektów infrastrukturalnych, w tym trzeciej bieżni na lotnisku Heathrow i Lower Thames Crossing, jest zgodne z długoletnimi wezwaniami branży do podjęcia działań - powiedział Logistics UK. Mówiąc w Oksfordzie po przemówieniu kanclerza, David Wells OBE, read more

Dalival once again set high standards at SIVAL 2025, held in Angers in January. The company showcased its M200 rootstock, a product of 50 years of research, which received a SIVAL d'Or award. This accolade, conferred by a panel of industry experts, acknowledges a rare achievement in. read more

In the province of Almería, the upcoming spring season is expected to see a significant increase in the cultivated areas of melons (+20/25%), tomatoes (+40%), and cucumbers (+30%) compared to last year, while the hectares dedicated to watermelons will remain almost stable. read more

Innowacje w uprawie hydroponicznej nadal się rozwijają, a Hydroponic Systems prezentuje swoje najnowsze rozwiązanie dla bardziej efektywnej i zrównoważonej produkcji: HS Premium Elevated. Ten system zbierania drenażu został zaprojektowany, aby maksymalizować plony, poprawić warunki pracy oraz zapewnić optymalne warunki dla korzeni. read more

The apple sector "holds its ground", especially when compared to other categories within the fruit and vegetable department, but challenges are not lacking: display spaces are contested with many items and there is a need to make room for new varieties; moreover, a trend of registering a read more

At an average of €1.64 per kilo, the European tomato price remained only slightly above the five-year average of €1.62 per kilo. Tomato prices declined almost everywhere in December, with a few exceptions. In the Netherlands, the average price for cherry tomatoes and loose, round tomatoes read more

At HortiContact 2025, PhenoVation introduces a breakthrough in sensor technology: the Cf2Go sensor, an advanced device that measures the photosynthesis efficiency of crops in real-time. Developed by PhenoVation, the sensor collects data integrated and visualized within the MyLedgnd platform. read more

Wiscomex, a Dutch exporter of onions, potatoes, and garlic, is making a noteworthy presence at Fruit Logistica in Berlin with a distinctive trade fair promotion. International onion importers visiting their booth have the chance to enter a competition to win a free container of yellow onions (30 tons). read more

Salix Fruits confirms its participation in Fruit Logistica Berlin 2025. The company will be attending the event in Berlin to strengthen its global presence, enhance its network of strategic partners, and investigate new business opportunities in important markets like Europe and Asia. "Fruit Logistica offers a. read more

The European Union (EU) has reportedly suggested that the United Kingdom, which left the single market in 2021, should join the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention established in 2012. The proposal was announced by Maroš Šefčovič, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security. read more

Just Eat customers in Switzerland can now order flowers and plants from 39 Fleurop stores in 10 cities, including Basel, Bern, and Zurich. The partnership will be expanded to other Swiss cities in the coming months. Lukas Streich, Country Manager of Just Eat Switzerland, explains: "Our goal is to offer customers a wider range of products and services, and this collaboration with Fleurop allows us to provide a convenient option for those looking to order flowers or plants alongside their meal." read more