A busy afternoon at an open day with little chance of talking with customers properly? There must be a different way the folks at Ulma Packaging and Arco Solutions thought. Over the last two weeks, these two Dutch companies organized joint demo days for the soft fruit and mushroom sector at
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Compared to last year, the current trend of the citrus season has shown an increase in pre-campaign orders for packaging companies. This is due to the fact that the farms had or expected a satisfactory harvest. read more

Denmark is leading the way in promoting plant-based foods. The Danish government launched the world's first action plan for the promotion of plant-based foods (click here to read more). read more

Companies from the Region of Murcia from different sectors, such as food, fertilisers and furniture, are looking to close business deals in India. Specifically, five regional companies are participating this week in a direct trade mission to the most populated country in the world.
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In an era where sustainability is a big priority for the fresh produce industry, Greenyard has emerged as an example of unwavering commitment for a healthier future. Dedicated to improving lives through pure-plant food experiences, promoting healthier lifestyles, and fostering more sustainable
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The impact of climate change on crops is now evident on all products, including small fruits. The crazy climate and drought have a direct effect on harvests, on which the axe of labour shortages also weighs heavily. With Spreafico, leader of
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What influences the marketing of fruits and vegetables? First of all, this category of products is poorly branded – in retail and markets, price tags for vegetables and fruits often contain only information about whether the products are local or imported, without indicating a specific
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On the day after the last parliamentary elections, a litre of diesel at PKN Orlen wholesale cost PLN 4.77. Today, it costs 5.27 PLN (+11%). This is equal to 50 groszy more. However, at filling stations, the retail price has risen not only by 50, but at selected points by 60 or 70 groszy per
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Ukraine, endowed with vast agricultural resources ideal for organic farming, has significant potential to become a key player in the global organic products market. The country is already among the top five largest exporters of organic products to the EU and exports its produce to more than 40
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Responding today (3 November) to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee’s (EFRA) recent rural mental health report, the government has stated that the mental health needs of rural communities do not require targeted action, and said it considers that existing provisions are
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Love British Food yesterday (2 November) announced Farm Fresh Revolution as winner of its national ‘community competition’ held during British Food Fortnight, the organisation’s annual celebration of British food. read more

Caroline Lucas MP and the Soil Association have both warned of the vulnerability of food and farming to processes of environmental breakdown and highlighted the need for urgent political reform. read more

The beginning of October marked the launch of two new, pre-prepared potato mash products from Northern Irish potato grower-supplier Wilson’s Country: Wilson’s Mash and Wilson’s Naked Mash. read more

AP Moller-Maersk has released it results for the third quarter (Q3) of 2023, with revenue and earnings down on the corresponding period last year. read more

Youphoria, a new fruit brand from Greece, is hoping to make waves on the European market, not just in kiwifruit, but also in grapes and cherries. According to George Kallitsis, general director at Youphoria Fruits, the concept is to work directly with growers, forming a producer organisation for
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Citrus Australia’s new Australian Citrus Congress will be held for the first time on 5-7 March 2024 on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.  read more

The company UNICA FRESH, S.L., dedicated to the commercialisation of fruit and vegetables, has received the certification of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) in customs simplifications, which evaluates and regulates those agents involved in foreign trade activities. UNICA is
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New research from the University of Cincinnati found that daily strawberry consumption could help reduce the risk of dementia for certain middle-aged populations. In 2022, UC’s Robert Krikorian, PhD, and his team published research that found adding blueberries to the daily diets of certain
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Dutch company Pack TTI officially moved into its new premises this week. With the move, the machine trader made significant progress, especially regarding warehouse space, which was also needed, explains Christian Oosterlaan. "Automation is an ever-growing trend in the sectors in which we
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With the Egyptian strawberry campaign fast approaching, growers are gearing up in high spirits, while expecting a few complications. Abdullah ElRehiewy, CEO of Royal Foods, gives a behind-the-scenes account of the pre-campaign. read more