New research manager Alice Patella has joined the team at CIV, the Italian Nursery Consortium. The company will be participating in Fruit Attraction, the international trade fair in Madrid dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector. This event represents an opportunity for the Consortium to meet partners. read more

Plant genetic research continues to be the cornerstone for the development of new varieties that are chosen for their disease resistance, ability to adapt to changing climates, productivity, and sensory traits to meet the demands of consumers and the market. The varietal improvement process usually spans over a decade and involves... read more

Broccoli grown at Tesco's low-carbon concept farm in Lincolnshire has reached retail shelves this week. Up to 50 tonnes of broccoli and purple sprouting broccoli have been produced using methods designed to lower carbon emissions, with harvesting currently underway. The farm was developed in. read more

CTL-ICS is a company based in the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, specializing in the purchase, sale, and rental of used reefer containers worldwide. "We are quite satisfied with how sales are going so far this year, especially considering the global economy. Since we have a very diverse customer base, we read more

Based in the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, CTL-ICS specializes in the purchase, sale, and rental of used reefer containers worldwide. "We are quite satisfied with how sales are going so far this year, especially considering the global economy. Since we have a very diverse customer base, we" read more

From September 23rd to 25th, 2025, the eleventh edition of Seed meets Technology was held at Vertify in Zwaagdijk-Oost, the Netherlands. This year, the exhibition space was expanded, providing more companies with the opportunity to present their products. A new feature was Seed meets Talent on. read more

Equifruit has been named one of Canada's top growing companies by The Globe and Mail for a fourth year in a row. Ranked #174 with a growth rate of 195 percent, this is the company's highest position on the list so far. "We're so proud to be included again on this year's list," says Jennie Coleman. read more

The Antwerp investment company Ackermans & van Haaren (AvH) is investing 22 million euros in the Indian family-owned nut, dried fruit, and seed producer VKC Nuts, according to a report by De Tijd. With this investment, AvH will acquire a 16.6 percent stake in VKC Nuts. VKC Nuts, which will soon celebrate its centenary, is the company in question. read more

Between 2000 and 2021, global per capita consumption of blueberries increased by 412%, almonds by 128%, and avocados by 146%. According to Savills' Spotlight: Global Farmland, this trend reflects a larger pattern of consumers seeking foods associated with well-being, such as lean proteins and healthy options. read more

Eurosemillas' contribution to the development of strawberry cultivation is well-known in Huelva, as well as in other main producing areas around the world. The Red Innovation Hub is the platform that will be presented at Fruit Attraction (Hall 8, stand 8C01 at Ifema) from September 30th to October 2nd. read more

Ghanaian Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has visited the Show at the Efua Sutherland Children's Park in Accra. She went round the various stands and interacted warmly with exhibitors, entrepreneurs, and young innovators showcasing Made-in-Ghana products and green solutions. read more

Argos Greenhouse Solutions is an Israeli company that has been designing and delivering high-tech, turnkey greenhouse projects since 2005. Their projects have reached various continents and climates, including the snowy expanses of Central Asia, the humid lowlands of Southeast Asia, and the developing agricultural regions. read more

The apple harvest in Estonia this year has been impacted by cold spring conditions and a rainy summer. The islands have experienced a poor crop, while in Southeast Estonia, yields are closer to average. Variability has also been observed between different apple varieties grown in the same area, with some being more affected than others. read more

On the occasion of the International Day of Awareness of Food Waste (September 29th), F.lli Orsero is launching a limited edition dedicated to one of the most iconic fruits in its range: the banana. This initiative aims to encourage consumers to read more

Sezon jabłek w Iranie przebiega stabilnie, z silnym popytem ze strony krajów Zatoki Perskiej oraz Pakistanu, który zaczyna się wyłaniać jako dynamiczny rynek. Takie informacje pochodzą od Payama Mohammadi Aghdama, irańskiego eksportera i dyrektora generalnego firmy Holden Harvest. Sezon rozpoczął się pod koniec sierpnia z niższymi wolumenami produkcji. read more

The EU-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) aims to enhance access to the Indonesian market for European farmers and food producers. The agreement involves the elimination of high tariffs and cumbersome procedures for EU agri-food exports, although certain sensitive products are excluded from this liberalization. EU agri-food exports to... read more

W pierwszej połowie 2025 roku produkcja awokado w Meksyku wykazuje pozytywny trend w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem. Salvador Miranda Aguilar, dyrektor generalny Grupo Sanell, twierdzi, że deszcze miały korzystny wpływ, co przekłada się na większe ilości i lepsze dostawy dużych. read more

The global SPAR network is promoting the reduction of food loss and waste. SPAR International stated that on the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW), the SPAR brand is reaffirming its dedication to decreasing food waste in its global operations. IDAFLW 2025 has been identified as an read more

The Pachino IGP Tomato lands in Madrid. The occasion is Fruit Attraction, the major fruit and vegetable trade fair that will take place in Madrid from September 30th to October 2nd and this year focuses on the tomato sector, the true protagonist of the 2025 edition. The Consortium read more

Banana biomass, a by-product of banana cultivation, is currently being repurposed into a horticultural substrate by Southeastern Fiber Corporation, a biotechnology company located in North Carolina, USA. CEO Christopher Curzon discusses the company's efforts and the unique qualities of their banana-based product. read more