Spain is recovering from an unprecedented power outage that occurred on Monday. Both Spain and Portugal were without electricity for almost twenty hours. While the situation seems to have been resolved, there are concerns about the impact on the supply chain, especially in terms of fruit and vegetable supplies. read more

A Nuffield scholarship, supported by Hort Innovation, has allowed Catherine Velisha, a vegetable grower from Victoria, to investigate global grower-led education programs. Her research took her to the UK, USA, Ireland, and Australia with the goal of increasing vegetable consumption and appreciation. Catherine, Managing read more

Today, niche markets that prioritize quality, traceability, and sustainable practices present a significant opportunity for organic banana exporters. This is especially true in a scenario where market prices have surpassed the minimum levels set by certifications like Fairtrade. However, there are challenges such as... read more

The project 'Improving Phytosanitary, Food Safety and Market Access Opportunities along the Hot Pepper Value Chain in Jamaica' is coming to an end. The goal of this initiative is to improve adherence to sanitary and phytosanitary standards for Jamaica's hot pepper exports to the European Union. read more

According to a press release dated 29th April, ams OSRAM has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against a US grower in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. The lawsuit alleges that the grower has violated ams OSRAM's intellectual property rights in proprietary LED technology by using specific methods. read more

The intensive management of agricultural land has taken a toll on the soils of Northwest Europe. As a result, in many regions, the humus content is much too low. This hampers the soil's water retention capacity, increases the risk of erosion and flooding - and read more

Bollo Natural Fruit has released its 2023/24 sustainability report, outlining the initiatives and projects implemented in the past fiscal year across five key areas: biodiversity, decarbonization, water efficiency, supply chain, and wellbeing and inclusion. read more

This operation ensures the preservation of the Air Belgium brand, jobs, and expertise of the Belgian teams, while also maintaining a robust air freight network that meets market demands. This step is in line with the strategy. read more

Nigeria's cold chain logistics are experiencing a shortage, with less than 1,000 cold trucks available, which is significantly below the required 25,000 to handle over 11 million metric tons of perishable goods annually, as reported by the U.S. International Trade Administration. This gap underscores the need for investment. read more

Mother's Day is one of the busiest and most profitable holidays for florists - but also one of the most operationally intense. As the big weekend approaches, floral professionals are locking in their game plans. Whether you're designing for high-volume delivery or boutique custom orders, read more

In recent years, climate change has posed new challenges to protected agricultural production as well. In particular, there has been a growing need for technologically advanced tools for greenhouse covering, capable of combating high temperatures without penalizing the crop yields. read more

According to recent consumer trend data from Fruitnet, Japanese shoppers prioritize freshness, nutritional balance, and reducing food waste when making grocery purchases. read more

Cooperativa Agricola San Tommaso in Licata, in the province of Agrigento, is already in the middle of the Cantalupo melon harvesting campaign. According to quality control manager Vincenzo Marrali, despite a few episodes of rain, the favorable climatic conditions have favored an optimal yield. read more

Cosco Shipping Ports reported a 7.5% year-on-year increase in total container throughput for the first quarter of 2025, reaching 35.75 million TEUs. Revenue for the quarter rose by 14.7% to US$381.5 million, while profit attributable to equity holders increased by 33.5% to US$83.9 million. read more

The Karnataka State Mango Development and Marketing Corporation (KSMDMC) has expanded its Karsiri portal to facilitate the direct sale of 12 mango varieties to consumers in Bengaluru. This initiative is designed to streamline the supply chain by directly linking mango farmers with consumers. read more

The Insalata dell'Orto is preparing to celebrate an important milestone: its first 25 years of activity, which will be celebrated at Macfrut 2025 (Hall D2 - Stand 004) where a special project dedicated to sustainability will be presented, involving in a significant way. read more

The Insalata dell'Orto is preparing to celebrate an important milestone: its first 25 years of activity. This anniversary will be celebrated by the company in Mira (Venice) – a reference point in the fresh-cut produce sector and the leading European producer of edible flowers – during the Macfrut 2025 event in Rimini. read more

Exports of fruits via airfreight are increasingly encountering challenges such as weight variations that disrupt logistics, last-minute cancellations due to production delays, and strict phytosanitary controls at the destination. These factors necessitate increased precision and coordination to maintain quality standards and meet delivery deadlines. read more

The P.A.T.A.T.A. project officially starts - PRODUCING BY BRINGING TOGETHER TECHNICIANS and FARMERS, PROTECTING WATER, an ambitious initiative born to address the critical issues of potato farming in Emilia-Romagna through technological, innovative, and sustainable solutions. read more

The partnership between the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) and the Canadian agtech company Harvest Today is starting to show results – both in terms of tangible outcomes and academic advancements. After receiving a donation of four Harvest Walls for the university's Environmental Science and Chemistry Building, faculty and read more