Satellite imagery and artificial intelligence have what it takes to improve the profitability of small-scale producers in Africa. This is the view of Johannes Röhrenbach of Mavuno Technologies. read more

On 8 February, the Federal Cabinet adopted the Future Strategy for Research and Innovation. Dr Heike Köhler, Chair of the Plant Breeding Division of the German Agricultural Industry Association (IVA), commented on this. read more

The ruling of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) on case C-688/21 was eagerly awaited. Specifically, the question was whether plants or seeds in which the so-called in vitro random mutagenesis method was used are to be classified as genetically modified.
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In the past two years, Zimbabwe's horticulture sector has experienced remarkable growth. Fruchthandel magazine reports on this in its current issue. Various companies from the African country are again represented in Berlin. read more

With the tighter supply of tomatoes, the composition of the supply campaigns of the food retail trade in Germany also changed. In particular, the cool weather in Spain limited harvest volumes and caused prices to rise. read more

Katelyn Jones, Managing Director at BayWa Global Produce, talks about the need to make new fruit and vegetable varieties climate resilient at Fruitnet World of Fresh Ideas. read more

The Ukrainian Ministry of Agriculture is supporting the greenhouse cultivation of vegetables, which has fallen behind considerably due to the Russian war of aggression. Last week, applications for funding totalling the equivalent of around 1.75 million euros were approved. read more

At the leading trade fair for the global fruit trade, more than 2,600 exhibitors from 92 countries will present offers along the entire value chain from 8 to 10 February 2023. read more

On the eve of FRUIT LOGISTICA, around 450 representatives of the national and international potato industry came to the Hilton Hotel in Berlin Mitte to discuss the current situation and the future of the industry. read more

It is estimated that 22% of O+G is discarded each year directly during or after harvest, reports VOG Products. This not only means that valuable food is wasted, but also losses to the environment in the form of unnecessarily used farmland, water resources,
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On the eve of FRUIT LOGISTICA, around 450 representatives of the national and international potato industry came to the Hilton Hotel in Berlin Mitte to discuss the current situation and the future of the industry. read more

The Galkia Group (Fruca, Gregal and Jimbofresh) will promote the Galkia melon and the cooperation project at FRUIT LOGISTICA from 8 to 10 February. They will have a special Galkia promotion at their respective stands. "With Galkia, the group wants to promote the future of this
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The Pontine Plain, south-east of Rome, is home to important growing areas for Italy's fruit and vegetable sector. Representatives of the local farms will also be present at FRUIT LOGISTICA: In Hall 6.2 (Stand A-20), the region's agricultural bank (Cassa Rurale Pontina) intends to present 14
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The past year was not an easy one for the international fruit industry. After two years of pandemic, the war of aggression on Ukraine has also posed major challenges for the economy. Inflation and the high prices for energy and fertiliser in particular are having an impact on the
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The Schumacher Packaging Group is launching Stackpack, a new type of top-seal tray for food. According to the packaging specialist, Stackpack is made of 100 % solid board. The stable packaging solution can be sealed with all common sealing machines.
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At this year's FRUIT LOGISTICA, Bayer is presenting solutions for regenerative agriculture (Hall 1.2, Stand C-23). According to the company, the aim is to achieve a balance between productivity and environmental protection that simultaneously takes into account the interests of society and the environment.
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Wasteful fresh produce supply chains are ripe for a radical overhaul. That is the opinion of Elad Mardix of Clarifruit and Amir Weitmann of Champel Capital. read more

The mood in the hospitality industry is improving slightly despite daunting challenges, according to a survey by the German Hotel and Restaurant Association (DEHOGA Bundesverband). As the association announced, establishments turned over 6.6 % less in January than in January 2019, i.e. before the
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Migros, Swiss startup LOXO and lift company Schindler are testing a delivery service called "Migronomous". According to the companies, the self-driving vehicle powered by an electric motor was developed in Switzerland and is to be delivered immediately in Ebikon (LU) by the
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According to its own information, the air freight company Lufthansa Cargo, in cooperation with Sensitech and Lobster Logistics Cloud, has succeeded in setting a new milestone in the monitoring and thus the optimised transport of fresh goods. read more