FRUIT LOGISTICA maintains its leading position in terms of future-oriented smart thinking in the global fresh fruit and vegetable industry. In Berlin, from 7 to 9 February 2024, the world's leading trade fair for fresh fruit and vegetables presents a
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The leaf season has started once again marked by drought, which compromises the viability of crops due to the lack of water, and by the problem of downy mildew. In this context, Syngenta is working on the development of materials that respond to the needs of the chain,
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As part of its philosophy of constant commitment to R&D&I, Grupo Agroponiente, has joined Coexphal's Innovation and Technology Committee (CIT COEX), whose initial objective is to identify priority needs in terms of innovation and technology to carry out joint projects that are open to
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The Greenyard Board of Directors has appointed Francis Kint as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He is the current Managing Director of Greenyard’s Frozen Division and will succeed co-CEOs Hein Deprez and Marc Zwaaneveld as from 1 January 2024, who will both step down from their current functions. read more

Florette launches the Mediterranean Gourmet Salad, a recipe based on endive, red lettuce sprouts and rocket, now available to consumers on the fresh-cut, washed and ready-to-eat shelf. With this addition, the company reinforces the range and
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Due to lower arrivals of Chilean cherries in China, one of the first companies to see their airfreight reach that market and sell out quickly, expect more containers to arrive now in the peak season at higher prices. “Fruit with good arrival were sold at high prices. Due to the low volume into
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As experts in digital transformation and business area management systems, Gregal is now looking to improve the implementation of new Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to streamline decision-making processes, personal productivity and security. We are told by
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Following on from the success of new paper packaging for Costa’s premium table grapes, a new fully recyclable paper bag was trialled for this season’s premium mandarins. read more

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Oranges are the citrus category where Egypt is becoming a pharaonic power. This year it will be around 3.7 million tonnes, which is 5% more than last year. However, Egypt is also making its mark in the soft citrus category. This year's figure will be
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In a macroeconomic scenario conditioned by the energy and climate crisis, the Italian PDO economy once again shows a positive picture marked by record values. The PDO and PGI sector, according to theXXI Ismea-Qualivita Report, is flying over the € 20 billion threshold.
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The second edition of Ioppì Meet - Incontro Produttivo 2023 - took place, an biennial event organized by the Ioppì PO to celebrate the industriousness of all its associates. read more

According to EastFruit analysts, in connection with attacks on civilian ships, allegedly by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, the world’s largest shipping company, Maersk, has suspended all shipments through the Red Sea. Vessels already on their way are waiting to continue their movement in
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The eco-tax for synthetic fertilisers and for plant protection products and adjuvants classified as dangerous to humans has been renewed today. With the decree of 23 June 2023, published in the Official Gazette no. 244 of 18 October, Masaf identified the modalities for
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As the holiday season approaches, the UK’s Vegetable growers are working hard to ensure that they key Christmas vegetables are available. Growers know what to expect as we approach the Christmas rush and have spent months planning to make sure there is a good supply of traditional seasonal
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This series gives the average wholesale prices of bananas by country of origin. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices charged for bananas at wholesale markets in Birmingham and London. This publication is updated weekly. read more

"The production difficulties caused by the weather and lack of labor are two key elements that characterized 2023. In the Veneto region, the situation in not unlike that found all over Italy," explains Stefano Pezzo, president of Fruitimprese Veneto, during the Christmas dinner held at Castello
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There is no point in deluding ourselves. The problem of late spring frost will not disappear and will continue to afflict Italian (and European) fruit growers in the coming years. Therefore active defence systems cannot be ignored, all the more so since insurance policies are
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Supply of both bok choy and kale looks to be ample and steady. “There are no major gaps in availability. With the weather cooling down and less wind, quality has improved with darker and fuller leaves, less insect pressure/damage and better yields,” says Megan Ichimoto of San Miguel Produce Inc. read more