Automation, flexibility and sustainability are targets
2024-01-10 00:00
Reliable label data enable correct distribution, traceability and smooth processes. cab has 48 years of experience in printing, dispensing and applying labels. Thermal transfer solutions by cab at Fruit Logistica will include compostable materials, label flags and cardboard inserted to side pockets.
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Peter McBride new chair of Sydney Markets
2024-01-10 00:00
Sydney Markets Limited (SML) has announced the appointment of Peter McBride as its new Chair of the Board of Directors. He is an internationally renowned agribusiness leader, who will commence his role in January, 2024. He succeeds John Pearson ASM, who retired in 2023 after serving as Chair of
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Blueberry sorting machine “Green Sort” uses AI for classification
2024-01-09 00:00
Blueberry sorting machine “Green Sort” is another interesting product from the Polish company, being sold in dozens of countries around the world: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Portugal, France, South Africa, Romania, Belarus, Russia and Lithuania. Positive opinions from satisfied customers
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Average EU prices of the four major producers came out at €94 per 100 kgs in December
2024-01-09 00:00
In December, in the EU, the average prices of the four major producers came out at €94 per 100 kgs, which is €39 higher than the monthly 5-year minimum and €24 higher than the monthly 5-year average.
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Harvest House acquires Zijtwende
2024-01-09 00:00
Zijtwende International, a Dutch trading company, has become a part of the growers' cooperative Harvest House. According to Jelte van Kammen, Harvest House's director, the acquisition arose from a desire among customers for more forward integration, with the market wanting to be closer to
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“Our blueberry cultivars are bred for innovation and grower success”
2024-01-09 00:00
In partnership with the renowned University of Georgia (UGA) Horticulturist Scott NeSmith, California Berry Genetics developed a blueberry seedling program. NeSmith was the head of the UGA Blueberry Breeding Program for over 20 years and bred the Duchess series blueberry varieties “Through
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India-US shippers hit by three rounds of hefty rate hikes in January
2024-01-09 00:00
Indian shippers are getting flooded with general rate increase (GRI) and peak season surcharge (PSS) notices as container lines attempt to maximise pricing out of the troubled Red Sea waters.
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“We went from 28 to less than 12 trucks per week”
2024-01-09 00:00
A tomato specialist since 1940, the Safagri cooperative produces almost 50,000 tons of fruit and vegetables per year on more than 200 hectares in the Souss Massa region of southern Morocco. Its main markets are Spain, France, Portugal and England. Kamal Abannar, the company's sales manager,
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"There's some money to be made this season"
2024-01-09 00:00
Bakker AGF's Jan Bakker has been active in the vegetable trade for over 60 years and has experienced numerous ups and downs. He is, however, optimistic about the coming season's prospects. "It's always a matter of doing your best and trying to make a profit, which should certainly be possible
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Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2024: nominees unveiled and new tech award announced
2024-01-09 00:00
Fruit Logistica, the trade show for the global fresh produce business, underlines its commitment to industry innovation with the brand-new FLIA Technology alongside its annual FLIA prize. The shortlist of nominees for this year’s Fruit Logistica Innovation Award (FLIA) has been released.
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Lobello plum cherry tomato wins Flavor of the Year award for sixth consecutive year
2024-01-09 00:00
The plum cherry tomato variety Lobello has won the Flavor of the Year 2024 award in Spain for the sixth consecutive year. This exclusive variety from the Almeria-based company Caparrós has been gaining ground on Spanish and European shelves in the 10 years it has been on the market. This is its
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Imports of oranges to the EU came in at 12,576 tons in December
2024-01-09 00:00
Monthly imports of citrus fruit to the EU came in at 23,359 tons in November, of which 2,887 tons came from Egypt and 790 tons came from South Africa. Monthly orange imports came in at 12,576 tons.
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Sicilian event presents new tomato varieties
2024-01-09 00:00
In the last few days, Southern Seed, Progene Seed, and Garmas held a joint open day to present new products for intensive greenhouse horticulture, both in Italy and abroad. In addition, the products already in the catalog were presented in detail.
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"This year, we have lower quantities available for apple export"
2024-01-09 00:00
The export of Styrian apples has so far proceeded in relatively normal patterns. "We have fewer quantities available this year than last year, which is why the export share will be overall lower for us," Michael Pichler, salesperson at F. Kröpfl Obsthandelsgesellschaft, told us. However, one
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Turkish nursery becomes latest member of Associated International Group of Nurseries
2024-01-09 00:00
The management and membership of the Associated International Group of Nurseries (AIGN®) are pleased to announce the induction of a new member into the association, Potamia Fruit Breeding R&D Ltd. of Eskisehir, Turkey.
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Lemons combat bad breath
2024-01-09 00:00
Bad breath can be a socially awkward issue, often exacerbated by consuming certain foods. However, some foods, particularly fruits, can help combat bad breath. Apples are useful for stimulating saliva and removing food residue from teeth. Citrus fruits like oranges and lemons are particularly
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“Sweet Palermo color mixes are gaining shelf space”
2024-01-09 00:00
Red, yellow, orange and chocolate… Dutch grower Marcel van Kester cultivates the whole range of colours of Sweet Palermo, the surprisingly sweet pointed pepper. “Not just the red variant, but all the colours excel in terms of taste. That remains the brand’s key strength,” he says. Ever
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According to Jose Manuel Martinez Rodriguez, head of the Agricultural Department of the GAG from the Ministry of Agriculture, the companies of the Agricultural Group (GAG) intend to plant 130,162 hectares of different crops in the current cold season. The official explained that 2,700 hectares
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McDonald's is releasing a 'never-before-seen' fruity version
2024-01-09 00:00
Norway's Kiwi cuts food waste by more than a half
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Fieldwork Robotics Ltd., developers of selective, adaptive and modular harvesting robots is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a £515k grant from the Department of Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to accelerate its £1.1m BerryBot Project.
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