Robotics is revolutionizing agriculture in the UK by tackling labor shortages, decreasing dependency on seasonal workers, and promoting more efficient and sustainable production practices. In order to speed up the implementation of these technologies, the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) has teamed up with Upcycled. read more

Disease control in orchards still relies mainly on the use of phytosanitary products. Until now, in fact, synthetic products have been one of the most effective and economically advantageous strategies for minimizing crop losses, although in the project... read more

The trade in white turnip, fennel, carrot, and lettuce is showing highly positive signs, and the current weather conditions are favorable for a steady production. "Our forecasts are optimistic," says Antimo Filetti from L'Ortolana. "These vegetables are primarily intended for export, with around read more

In October, chestnuts are a product that is always present on the shelves of large retail stores, and IFN analysis could not miss this seasonal event, with visits to 6 different stores in the square of Modena. read more

Claudio Cecchetto, a record producer, DJ, and radio and television host, is one of the most iconic figures in the Italian music scene. He will be among the speakers at Forum Retail 2025, the key event for the Italian and international retail community. read more

The clementine season has started, with the first arrivals of the Italian product. The new artichoke campaign is also underway. The sale of apples is going well: the Golden variety is in high demand, as well as the first batches of Annurca apples. Pumpkins remain popular, especially the ornamental variety for the holiday season. read more

The port of Rotterdam has announced the end of the strike that had paralyzed Europe's main maritime hub since October 8th, as reported by the Spanish website Portalfruticola.com. read more

"One ventures into the heart of the cabbage fields in Northern Italy, without having achieved the desired results so far," explains Matteo Torresan, owner of Gli Orti di Venezia in Tezze sul Brenta (Vicenza): "Last year, at the same time, there was a peak." read more

Naukowcy w James Hutton Scientific Services zdobyli finansowanie na pięć lat, aby kontynuować rozwijanie czarnej porzeczki odpowiedniej dla rynku świeżych owoców, we współpracy z Winterwood Farms Ltd. Pomimo że czarna porzeczka jest znana z wysokiej zawartości witaminy C i właściwości antyoksydacyjnych, read more

ILIP will be a protagonist at the Cibus Tec Forum 2025 (Parma Fair, October 27-28) as a GOLD sponsor and with its own stand located at pavilion 07-08, Stand F025. The event, which anticipates the international fair Cibus Tec 2026, represents a networking platform aimed at read more

While the banana supply is plentiful due to all producing countries being at the peak of their banana season, there are some changes occurring in terms of demand and pricing in the industry. "I see people wanting to shift their supply chains around because of the tariffs. I know Ecuador also raised their" read more

Felix Instruments will be hosting a free industry webinar showcasing how real-time ethylene measurement is revolutionizing the validation process for ethylene control and abatement technologies. The session, titled "How to Verify Ethylene Control in Your Storage Environment with Felix," will provide valuable insights for manufacturers. read more

According to analysts of the Ukrainian Berries Association, raspberry production in Ukraine decreased by 2.7 thousand tons (–7.5%) in 2024. The situation varies depending on the region and is strongly influenced by the conditions of individual

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Unfavorable weather conditions in 2024 resulted in yet another below-average fruit harvest. Late frosts in the main production area of Styria led to significant losses in pome fruit. Additionally, regional flooding during the summer and fall further reduced yields. This drop in production affected apple harvesting in commercial fruit growing. read more

We are just waiting for the approval of the EU Antitrust, expected by December, to complete the transfer of Carrefour Italia to NewPrinces, the group led by Angelo Mastrolia. However, the relaunch plan is already in motion. read more

Westfalia Fruit has announced a partnership with AgroSustain, an agri-tech company that specializes in sustainable crop protection, to test and introduce an edible coating designed to extend the shelf life and decrease post-harvest losses in avocados and other fresh produce. This collaboration builds upon… read more

Eating quality, agronomic performance, and strong postharvest behavior are traits that breeders in any fruit category aim for. However, in some fruit categories, these traits are more developed than in others. For example, table grapes have advanced quickly, producing consistent, seedless, premium varieties. read more

The Spanish mango campaign is in its final stages with the arrival of the latest varieties, and production in 2025 is estimated to reach 40,000 tons, with the Axarquia region accounting for the largest share, with almost 95% of the country's acreage. Meanwhile, the first green skin avocados have... read more

Fieldwork Robotics has partnered with the Research Centre for Sustainability, a research consortium consisting of Lusomorango, Portugal's largest berry producers' organization, INIAV, I.P. (Portugal's National Institute for Agricultural and Veterinary Research), and the companies Driscoll's. read more

Po opublikowaniu naszego artykułu na temat zamknięcia firmy Eden Green Technology, firma wydała następujące oświadczenie dla Vertical Farm Daily, przypisując decyzję trudnościom w pozyskaniu nowych inwestycji. "Nie byliśmy w stanie przekonać inwestorów, aby sfinansowali nasz rozwój lub utrzymali ciągłość…" read more