The Moroccan pavilion at Fruit Logistica is ready to welcome visitors at Hall 22, with 33 exhibitors showcasing the most sought-after fresh produce from the "kingdom of taste." Elmehdi Elalami, Director of Promotion and Development at Morocco Foodex, extends his invitation to meet Moroccan fresh products. read more

As the Chilean cherry industry anxiously awaits the delayed arrival of the vessel Maersk Saltaro, carrying over 1,300 containers of cherries bound for China early next month, the industry association Frutas de Chile has acknowledged that "it's a very complicated situation." They will wait until the end of the season to assess the total impact. read more

The UK government is being encouraged by MPs from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Science and Technology in Agriculture (APPGSTA) to adopt a strategy to increase domestic food production by 30% by 2050. The UK, with its favorable climate and advanced agricultural science, is well placed to achieve this goal. read more

The Harvard Business School has published one of its renowned case studies on Equifruit, a pioneering importer and marketer of Fairtrade bananas in the North American market. Co-owners Jennie Coleman (President) and Kim Chackal (VP, Sales & Marketing) were present at Dartmouth College. read more

"Now that the Christmas holidays are over, the season of the highly sought-after red oranges has begun as scheduled. In this region, the Moro and Tarocco varieties of the Nucellare, Gallo, and Lempso cultivars are especially popular," says Giovanni Scavo, sales manager of the Sicilian company Il. read more

Mushroom cultivation in Spain is facing growing challenges, with the sector experiencing rising costs in recent years. Factors contributing to this include significant increases in straw prices for compost, the spread of pests and diseases with fewer effective treatments to combat them due to common European policies, and significant. read more

Five garlic workers were struck by lightning at the El Chacay farm in Malargüe on Monday afternoon. The electrical discharge struck the harvesters after they took shelter from a thunderstorm under a tree. The five workers suffered burns to their backs, legs, and faces. One was knocked
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Znana z kupowania, rozwijania i sprzedaży technologii do sortowania owoców i warzyw firma Fruit Graders zaczęła również produkować własnego robota do napełniania z systemem kamery. „Rynek o to prosił” - mówi menedżer Leonardo Bigoni - „dlatego postanowiliśmy zacząć go produkować. Będziemy...” read more

On 1 February 2025, Alexander Stein (51) will assume the role of project manager at Fruit Logistica. He will be taking over from Kai Mangelberger (45), who has been leading the trade fair for the global fruit industry since 2021. Fruit Logistica is pleased to announce Alexander Stein as its new director starting from 1 February 2025. read more

The Italian company Top Contro is conducting extensive research to reduce waste and enhance productivity with its new equipment, which will be showcased at Fruit Logistica. According to a company press release, "Overfilling and overpacking can diminish packaging profit margins." read more

The Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) reports potential shortages in fruits and vegetables due to the impact of Storm Éowyn. The storm has damaged tunnels and glasshouses, which are crucial for the cultivation of young plants this season. The IFA is calling for government support to prevent empty shelves. Niall McCormack, read more

In 2024, the Colombian avocado sector faced significant challenges. "During the peak season when we were planning to concentrate on the European market, we encountered difficulties starting in week 42 due to oversupply of fruit in Europe. This led to a sharp decline in prices, and concurrently, the. read more

A recall has been issued for the D. Effe T. brand Lemon Delight and Tartlet with Forest Fruits in Canada due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting products distributed in Ontario. The recall covers all best-before dates up to and including December 11, 2025. The affected Lemon Delight... read more

Interko, which specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing fresh fruit ripening rooms, has recently undergone strategic restructuring to focus on its expertise in ripening. Last year, the company closed its on-site sheet metal production facility and hired more skilled personnel. read more

The Agriculture and Food Authority in Kenya enforces the Crops (Horticulture Crops) Regulations, 2020, to ensure that only mature avocados are harvested and exported. This is done to sustain international markets and minimize disruptions in the crop cycle caused by the harvesting of immature fruit, which can lead to... read more

A study from Tianjin Medical University General Hospital in China suggests that drinking red grape juice can significantly lower the risk of erectile dysfunction (ED). Researchers found that men who consumed it at least five times a week had up to an 80% reduced risk. The effect is linked to the. read more

Sezon marokańskich miękkich cytrusów przebiega pomyślnie, z kalendarzami clementine i nadorcott trwającymi do połowy kwietnia przed pojawieniem się późnych odmian. Według Mourada Seghieriego, dyrektora generalnego Romana Fruits, sezon charakteryzuje się znacznym wzrostem wolumenów, szczególnie w read more

The cultivation of avocados in the Valencian Community is rapidly expanding. As of 2023, the total acreage had reached 3,700 hectares, showing a nearly 19% increase from the previous year. Specifically, the 695 hectares of first-year plantations contributed to this growth. read more

The Fino lemon season is now in its second part, and despite some losses caused by the weather, Ailimpo reports that the campaign is progressing well, with supply and demand in balance. "The initial estimate indicated that this season's production in Spain would reach 1,260,000 tons, which represents read more

Hapag-Lloyd has released its preliminary financial results for 2024, showing a slight increase in EBITDA and EBIT compared to 2023. The transport volume rose by 5% to 12.5 million TEU, while the average freight rate remained unchanged from the previous year. These figures are based on preliminary and unaudited data. read more