It is produced and marketed worldwide exclusively by the co-operative companies Alegra, Apofruit Italia and Orogel Fresco. DulcisTM was presented to an international audience at an exclusive event during FRUIT LOGISTICA 2024: There were
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Like many of the innovations that the Sorma Group has developed in recent years, this model also clearly stands out from the systems currently available on the market in terms of speed, gentleness and precision. The new robot fulfils the average requirements of a
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Reducing this surprisingly versatile crop with its pleasantly earthy flavour to a classic, hearty stew would be a complete understatement. With a little imagination, this nutrient-rich and low-calorie vegetable can be used to create new and surprising dishes.
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FRUIT LOGISTICA once again positioned itself as an international industry meeting place this year - four out of five trade visitors came from abroad. With trade visitors from 145 countries and exhibitors from 94 nations, FRUIT LOGISTICA was the largest trade fair of its kind in the world.
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It had previously become apparent that the German government would abstain, which in turn would have jeopardised the necessary majority in the committee. The environmental and development organisation Germanwatch was disappointed and called on the German government to move. "If the Belgian
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The Indonesian government has issued the first import permits for horticulture products in 2024 after a five-week delay which has impacted shipments from key supplying countries and contributed to a shortage of imported fruits for the Lunar New Year sales period.  read more

The Valencian agricultural organisations: ASAJA-Alicante, the Valencian Farmers' Association (AVA-ASAJA), LA UNIÓ Llauradora i Ramadera, the Coordinadora Campesina del País Valenciano (CCPV-COAG) and the Unión de Pequeños Agricultores y Ganaderos (UPA-PV), with the support of the
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Asfertglobal, a Portuguese multinational specialising in the development and marketing of Biofertilisation, Biostimulation and Bioprotection solutions, has maintained its growth rate, closing 2023 with a 36% increase in turnover and a 20% increase in the number of employees. read more

It's evident that the horticultural industry has firmly established its presence at Fruit Logistica, and it seems the sector's green thumbs are equally adept at raising a glass. For several years now, the Berlin Party has been a highlight on the Thursday evening of the fair, offering industry
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In addition to yesterday's photo report of the fruit and vegetable trade, our international FreshPlaza, AGF.nl and horticultural editors were also busy during the last Fruit Logistica. An overview of the mood on the international stands could already be read yesterday. It was particularly
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Wye Valley asparagus, grown by the Chinn family in South Herefordshire, harvested its first commercia volumes of asparagus in early February. read more

Thousands of farmers in India are marching towards the capital, New Delhi, to demand higher minimum crop prices and fairer conditions. This protest, known as 'Delhi Chalo' or 'March to Delhi', is reminiscent of the agitation that started in late 2020 against three farm bills that threatened to
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The winner of the Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2024 (FLIA) was Zucchiolo, the new European vegetable marketed by UNICA and developed by Beyond Seeds. For two days, visitors to Messe Berlin supported the versatility of this product.
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Fruit Logistica 2024 closed its doors in Berlin, after having registered a strong liveliness of meetings and attendance in the collective area 'Italy The Beauty of Quality', which CSO Italy has been organising for many years in cooperation with Fruitimprese and which this year saw an important
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Seed breeder Prudac announced that it has now achieved the GSPP certification. "This signifies our commitment to Good Seed and Plant Practices—a global and transparent business chain system dedicated to maintaining hygiene standards in seed production and the propagation of new seedlings. It
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When one no longer knows which saint to turn to in order to resolve tensions along the fruit and vegetable supply chain, invariably - as if by magic - the remedy of respecting the production costs borne by the producers becomes apparent. read more

CapGen Seeds recently held its open days in the western Almeria region; on January 24 in Roquetas de Mar and on February 1 and 2 in El Ejido. The spotlight was on the Gaudí, the company's late red bell pepper variety with resistance to powdery mildew and nematodes. read more

In San Bartolomé, Gran Canaria, you can find a 28-hectare blueberry plantation. This unique fruit, typically grown in northern Europe, has been produced on the island for eight years, surprising many locals. The plantation in Juan Grande, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, is as unique as it is
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Holidays and festivities are for many retailers indispensable occasions to enhance one or more departments, develop cross-category logic, and promote specific product categories, particularly suited to certain times of the year. Valentine's Day is no exception,
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'Things can change quickly,’ the Dutch poet Brederoo once wrote. That applies to the chicory market, too. "When we started our cooperative two years ago, the market price was around €0.50 per kilo. Now chicory has been auctioned in Belgium at between €2 and €2.50 for some time," begins
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