BioTherm will present its newest energy-efficient heating and environmental technologies at GreenTech Amsterdam 2026. The company's booth will focus on integrated systems that are intended to assist growers in enhancing crop uniformity, decreasing energy usage, and streamlining greenhouse operations. read more

Coöperatie Hoogstraten, the Belgian cooperative based in the Antwerp province, is well known for its strawberries. The cooperative's strawberries, sold in their distinctive boxes and retail packs, are a familiar sight across the market, particularly during the peak strawberry season. read more

The Asociación Grupo Fashion (AGF) and its technology partner, BASF | Nunhems, organized a field day in El Ejido (Almería) on May 14, gathering producers from the marketing companies associated with the AGF Group. Crisanto Ampuero, Consumer & Customer Manager at BASF, presented three. read more

A potato grower in the United Kingdom reports that dry conditions in East Anglia have led to reduced potato yields and smaller crops during one of the driest spring periods on record in the region. Luke Abblitt, who farms 162 hectares of potatoes at Daintree Farm in Ramsey St Mary's, Cambridgeshire, stated that the dry weather has affected his crops. read more

Sezon awokado w Kenii przebiega z dużym popytem na odmianę Fuerte, która jest mało dostępna, oraz oczekiwaniem na popyt na odmianę Hass, obecnie dostępną w dużej ilości w kraju. Augustine Wakabah, CEO WonderFresh, przedstawia aktualizację dotyczącą przebiegu sezonu. read more

At Tuttofood 2026, Madama Oliva presented two strategic innovations for the market. On one hand, the expansion of the line of pitted green olives from the Calcidic region in pouches; on the other hand, the launch of Oliva Sapiens, a digital platform dedicated to dissemination. read more

Germany: Aldi Nord plans to redevelop a historic site in Leipzig with a supermarket and student housing. The mixed-use project near Connewitz station in Leipzig, Germany will combine a modern supermarket with student housing. Construction is set to begin in. read more

The Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, in collaboration with the University of Hawaii, has successfully obtained over $322,000 in federal grant funding. This grant will be utilized to enhance the state's capacity to identify, evaluate, and address potential threats from emerging plant pathogens. The funds from the grant will be allocated towards implementing two new projects. read more

The Hawai'i Department of Agriculture, Biosecurity, and the University of Hawai'i have secured over $322,000 in federal grant funding. This funding will be allocated towards enhancing the state's capacity to detect, evaluate, and address emerging plant pathogen threats. The grant money will support two new projects. read more

A fruit and berry processing facility in Bishkek is expanding its production of organic snacks and frozen products using locally sourced raw materials. The plant processes fruits, berries, and nuts supplied by over 2,000 local farms. Their product line includes freeze-dried berries, frozen items, and more. read more

PPM Technologies and Key Technology, both operating companies of Duravant, have unveiled a fully integrated potato chip processing line at booth 431 during SNACKEX 2026. This line incorporates PPM's frying, seasoning, and product handling systems with Key's optical sorting technology into a seamless solution. read more

Johannes van der Waal, CEO of AgroFair, recently obtained his Ph.D. with a thesis focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The main inquiry was to assess the extent to which companies genuinely contribute to sustainability, as opposed to merely engaging in rhetoric. In essence, the fundamental question posed was: do companies truly fulfill their sustainability commitments, or is it often just lip service? read more

A fruit company based in Qionghai city in China's southernmost Hainan province has obtained GLOBALG.A.P. certification for its wax apples. The certification was granted to Yirenyi (Hainan) Agriculture Co Ltd following an audit by the international certification body Ecocert. It is also the first… read more

Suddenly arrives the first hot flare of the season. In the coming days, temperatures are expected to rise significantly, with peaks that could exceed 30°C even in some regions over the weekend. After the recent uncertainties related to bad weather, starting tomorrow a. read more

The Mexican avocado industry has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest bowl of guacamole ever produced, reaching 6.8 tons, or 14,991 pounds, during the 13th annual Avocado Festival in Tancítaro. More than 1,000 growers and community members participated in preparing the guacamole. read more

Pineapple growers in Costa Rica have officially asked for clarification from the country's central bank regarding the ongoing appreciation of the colón against the U.S. dollar, as exporters are experiencing growing challenges in profitability and employment. The National Chamber of Pineapple Producers and read more

On 11 June, the World Cup will kick off in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Through our international fresh produce and horticulture platforms, we are organizing a World Cup Football Pool. Who is the biggest football expert in the international fresh produce and horticulture sector? read more