VDW: Annual Balance 2023 - overall challenging economic situation led to a significant decrease in sales
2024-04-25 13:00
Additionally, the industry was further burdened by plans from the European Commission to introduce rigid quotas for reusable packaging in e-commerce and certain transportation sectors. These not only threatened to unfairly disadvantage corrugated cardboard but also jeopardized declared sustainability goals.
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Monitoring product quality is a crucial task in the effort to minimize waste in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. Retailers require top-notch products, while consumers anticipate good taste and extended shelf life. Growers aim to produce high-quality items without compromising on production.
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Turkmenistan has sent its first delivery of fresh tomatoes to Russia's Astrakhan region.
2024-04-25 00:00
The initial shipment of tomatoes from Turkmenistan has reached Russia by sea through the North-South International Transport Corridor (ITC) and arrived at the Olya checkpoint in Astrakhan. This information was reported by official media sources in Astrakhan. The tomatoes were transported via a ferry trip from the port of Turkmenbashi, which involved 40 trucks.
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Mediterranean ports are facing growing pressure.
2024-04-25 00:00
Supply chains in Europe are facing limitations because ports in the western Mediterranean are operating at full capacity. This issue has arisen as shipping companies redirect their routes from Asia to Europe through the Cape of Good Hope, bypassing the Red Sea where vessels have been targeted by Houthis.
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The Kas als Energiebron innovation program posed this question to the Greenhouse Horticulture and Flower Bulbs Business Unit of Wageningen University & Research: Which combination of two crops in a greenhouse can be grown fossil-free and with less than 100 kWh/m2 of energy per year?
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At the beginning of the year, there was a shortage of avocados, especially in larger sizes, but early imports from the Southern Hemisphere helped stabilize the situation. "During the first three months of this year, we observed fluctuations in raw material prices, especially for larger sizes, with prices occasionally reaching high levels."
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Jeden z klientów Agriware, The Mastergrowers, produkuje Hortensje. Kilka miesięcy temu Mprise Agriware i The Mastergrowers wyruszyli w nową przygodę, przenosząc się z NAV do Business Central (w chmurze). Ale to nie wszystko, wspólny zespół Agriware i Mastergrowers pracował nad zastąpieniem.
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The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) announced last week that it is selling around 27,000 tons of hazelnut stock acquired from the 2022/23 and 2023/24 harvests. The prices set by the agency are TRY 130/kg for the 2023/24 crop and TRY 124/kg for the 2022/23 crop.
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Drip irrigation innovation has significantly increased the yields of a vegetable farm.
2024-04-25 00:00
A 2,000 acre (800 ha) onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Situated in the heart of California's Imperial Valley lies Jack Brothers Farm, a legacy spanning over a century, rooted in a commitment to innovation and…
A 2,000-acre onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Located in the heart of California's Imperial Valley, Jack Brothers Farm is a legacy that has lasted over a century, founded on a dedication to innovation and... read more
A 2,000-acre onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Located in the heart of California's Imperial Valley, Jack Brothers Farm is a legacy that has lasted over a century, founded on a dedication to innovation and... read more
A larger demand than anticipated resulted in organized chaos due to insufficient space for specialized reefer vessels from South Africa.
2024-04-25 00:00
"Organized chaos" is the best way to describe the shipping of products during the past 2023/24 deciduous fruit season from South Africa. Anlin Shipping has observed a significant rise in specialized reefer vessels, primarily from FPT, the privately operated terminal at the Port of Cape Town.
read more
VDW: Annual Balance 2023 - overall challenging economic situation led to a significant decrease in sales
2024-04-25 13:00
Additionally, the industry was further burdened by plans from the European Commission to introduce rigid quotas for reusable packaging in e-commerce and certain transportation sectors. These not only threatened to unfairly disadvantage corrugated cardboard but also jeopardized declared sustainability goals.
read more
Monitoring product quality is a crucial task in the effort to minimize waste in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. Retailers require top-notch products, while consumers anticipate good taste and extended shelf life. Growers aim to produce high-quality items without compromising on production.
read more
Turkmenistan has sent its first delivery of fresh tomatoes to Russia's Astrakhan region.
2024-04-25 00:00
The initial shipment of tomatoes from Turkmenistan has reached Russia by sea through the North-South International Transport Corridor (ITC) and arrived at the Olya checkpoint in Astrakhan. This information was reported by official media sources in Astrakhan. The tomatoes were transported via a ferry trip from the port of Turkmenbashi, which involved 40 trucks.
read more
Mediterranean ports are facing growing pressure.
2024-04-25 00:00
Supply chains in Europe are facing limitations because ports in the western Mediterranean are operating at full capacity. This issue has arisen as shipping companies redirect their routes from Asia to Europe through the Cape of Good Hope, bypassing the Red Sea where vessels have been targeted by Houthis.
read more
The Kas als Energiebron innovation program posed this question to the Greenhouse Horticulture and Flower Bulbs Business Unit of Wageningen University & Research: Which combination of two crops in a greenhouse can be grown fossil-free and with less than 100 kWh/m2 of energy per year?
read more
At the beginning of the year, there was a shortage of avocados, especially in larger sizes, but early imports from the Southern Hemisphere helped stabilize the situation. "During the first three months of this year, we observed fluctuations in raw material prices, especially for larger sizes, with prices occasionally reaching high levels."
read more
Jeden z klientów Agriware, The Mastergrowers, produkuje Hortensje. Kilka miesięcy temu Mprise Agriware i The Mastergrowers wyruszyli w nową przygodę, przenosząc się z NAV do Business Central (w chmurze). Ale to nie wszystko, wspólny zespół Agriware i Mastergrowers pracował nad zastąpieniem.
read more
The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) announced last week that it is selling around 27,000 tons of hazelnut stock acquired from the 2022/23 and 2023/24 harvests. The prices set by the agency are TRY 130/kg for the 2023/24 crop and TRY 124/kg for the 2022/23 crop.
read more
Drip irrigation innovation has significantly increased the yields of a vegetable farm.
2024-04-25 00:00
A 2,000 acre (800 ha) onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Situated in the heart of California's Imperial Valley lies Jack Brothers Farm, a legacy spanning over a century, rooted in a commitment to innovation and…
A 2,000-acre onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Located in the heart of California's Imperial Valley, Jack Brothers Farm is a legacy that has lasted over a century, founded on a dedication to innovation and... read more
A 2,000-acre onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Located in the heart of California's Imperial Valley, Jack Brothers Farm is a legacy that has lasted over a century, founded on a dedication to innovation and... read more
A larger demand than anticipated resulted in organized chaos due to insufficient space for specialized reefer vessels from South Africa.
2024-04-25 00:00
"Organized chaos" is the best way to describe the shipping of products during the past 2023/24 deciduous fruit season from South Africa. Anlin Shipping has observed a significant rise in specialized reefer vessels, primarily from FPT, the privately operated terminal at the Port of Cape Town.
read more
Worries have been expressed regarding the new packaging regulations in the European Union.
2024-04-25 00:00
The IFPA warns that new packaging regulations approved by the European Parliament pose significant trade and food safety issues. If approved by the EU Council later this year, these regulations are likely to have a detrimental effect on global supply chains and food security, especially when considering the more than 37 million Europeans who rely on them.
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Yuksel Seeds presents its new tomato varieties with resistance to russet at Expolevante.
2024-04-25 00:00
Yuksel Seeds, an international leader in the specialized tomato seed market, is once again present at the new edition of Expolevante 2024, showcasing all its innovations and solutions for various crops in the Almeria region.
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We'd like to inform you that the new measures adopted by Parliament on Wednesday aim to enhance sustainability in packaging and decrease packaging waste within the EU. The regulation, which targets the increasing waste levels, aims to standardize internal market regulations and promote a circular economy. It was passed with 476 votes in favor and 129 against.
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Carrier Transicold's Lynx Fleet telematics solution helps Roamer Transport Inc. improve uptime and save on truckloads.
2024-04-25 00:00
Roamer Transport Inc. has implemented Carrier Transicold's Lynx Fleet telematics solution in its fleet of 39 trailers to provide better reliability and uptime for shippers of temperature-controlled freight. Carrier Transicold is a division of Carrier Global Corporation, headquartered in Idaho Falls.
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The Gander and Snappy Shopper initiative is gaining momentum.
2024-04-24 20:00
A trial between the home delivery app, Snappy Shopper, and the digital reduced-to-clear-food platform, Gander, has successfully provided value to convenience store customers in Scotland.
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PML Seafrigo has appointed a new Airfreight Director.
2024-04-24 16:00
Paddie Allen has recently joined PML Seafrigo as the Airfreight Director, overseeing the company's airfreight operations in the UK.
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"In an era of globalization and artificial intelligence, we advocate for local craftsmanship," says Nancy Montealegre, co-founder and Director of Sales and Strategic Alliances at Montehappy. Montehappy is a Colombian manufacturer of handmade ecological pots and baskets for indoor use that not only aims to
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Watermelons: an increase in cultivation area is expected.
2024-04-24 00:00
The watermelon season is about to start and within the supply chain, there is a moderate sense of optimism, stemming from the particularly positive trends of recent years both in terms of prices and consumption. Clearly, this is for what is perhaps the most weather-dependent product of all.
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From transition to digital sustainability in fruit and vegetable sector: two workshops dedicated to it at Macfrut.
2024-04-24 00:00
The next edition of Macfrut, scheduled from 8 to 10 May 2024 at the Rimini Expo Centre, will be enriched by two important events dedicated to the potential of digital technology serving the fruit and vegetable sector. The events are organized by QGS, Talea Consulting, and B2A, three companies.
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Storing and ripening fair trade bananas using renewable energy
2024-04-24 00:00
Europe is the largest importer of bananas globally. In 2022, approximately 5.5 million tons of bananas were imported, with 75% originating from Latin America. The supply chain is intricate and demands significant resources and energy, particularly during the ripening process. To minimize the environmental impact, efforts are being made to optimize the supply chain.
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