Mercabarna has published its 2025 Sustainability Report outlining the market's main CSR accomplishments from the previous year. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced that Christina Ferreira has joined the organization as Vice President of Food Safety and Quality. read more

The opening of the South African market to Italian table grapes represents a significant milestone for the entire national sector, to the achievement of which the Italian Table Grape Commission is proud to have contributed, confirming the importance of dialogue between institutions and. read more

In 2024, RhizoPlug Tray was launched by Oasis Grower Solutions, providing vegetative propagators with an automation-ready engineered substrate that offered a uniquely innovative experience. Two years later, RhizoPlug Tray still exceeds expectations in terms of what growers can achieve with a substrate. read more

The Port of Rotterdam Authority, Necron Group, and PTP Group have signed a development agreement to construct approximately 38 hectares of logistics infrastructure at the Rotterdam Food Hub in Europoort. The project includes the construction of a new quay wall, cold and frozen storage facilities,… read more

The FlowerTrials 2026 have ended, and we can reflect on a successful, well-attended, and inspiring event. Breeders from across the Netherlands and Germany opened their doors to present the newest genetics, concepts, and innovations. With over 400 photos, we have once again read more

Fruit Attraction is launching the Innovation Hub Awards once again. These awards recognize innovation and entrepreneurship in the fruit and vegetable industry, and are open to exhibiting and co-exhibiting companies showcasing innovative projects, products, or services in the industry. read more

At the meeting on June 5th, Unapa, the Emilia-Romagna Region, and the commercial operators who signed the Framework Agreement for the sale of fresh consumption potatoes participated, confirming the strategic role of the supply chain in the national agri-food sector. With the closing... read more

On Tuesday, June 16th, the Bestack consortium, which brings together producers of corrugated cardboard packaging for the fruit and vegetable sector, will organize in Lucca the first Morning Food Safety Pack, a technical-normative updating meeting aimed at purchasing and quality management departments in the sector. read more

In 1930, Italy had 4.2 million agricultural farms, with a total agricultural land area of 26.3 million hectares (Figure 1). The first official agricultural census in 1961 found a situation very similar to that of 1930, but between 1961 and 1970, the number of farms decreased from 4.3 million to 3.6 million. read more

Sustainable innovator Sundrop Farms has established a reputation for doing things differently. According to CEO Steve Marafiote, the company's long-term dedication to innovation, sustainability, and quality is the foundation of both its growth and his recognition as Grower of the Year at the 2026 awards. read more

Fruit Attraction is once again launching the InnovationHub Awards. These awards dedicated to innovation and entrepreneurship in the fruit and vegetable sector are aimed at exhibiting companies and co-exhibitors that present the best project, product, or service for the sector, always with read more

Wzmacniając już istniejącą znaczącą obecność lokalną, Great Lakes Growers planuje rozbudowę swojego zakładu w Burton, Ohio o wartości 5 milionów dolarów. „Ta obecna rozbudowa zwiększy pojemność szklarni o 30 procent dla naszych klientów” - mówi John Bonner, właściciel Great Lakes Growers. To read more

During its general meeting on June 3rd and 4th, the French Interprofessional Association for Cultivated Mushrooms (ANICC) conducted a review of the 2025 season. Industry professionals are gearing up to address several challenges in the upcoming years. Réjane Mazier, the secretary general of ANICC, elaborates on this. read more

"Sicural, the national reference laboratory for food safety and quality, is taking a leap forward: on June 12th, it officially presented to the community its new headquarters, a research and analysis center spanning over 1,500 square meters – three times larger than its previous space." read more

In many tunnel raspberry crops, fruiting on two-year-old canes is currently ending, and the plants are entering an intense phase of bud growth. This is a particularly important moment for the quality and longevity of the future yield, especially in this cultivation technology. read more

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Drug trafficking and organized crime are major challenges in many Latin American countries, especially in regards to the production and transportation of illegal drugs. Additionally, corruption and weak law enforcement systems often exacerbate these issues. read more

In a step towards strengthening Arunachal Pradesh's horticulture sector, the Department of Horticulture, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the CSIR–Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT). The partnership aims to promote. read more

Zespri opens the doors to one of the most anticipated innovations by kiwi producers: a hermaphrodite and self-pollinating cultivar, potentially capable of significantly changing the management of kiwifruit plants. The selection is called Green146 and is the focus of the June bulletin. read more