Sustainability claims can be found in all aspects of fresh produce. Compostability is a challenging area because it involves ensuring that products can break down into organic matter in a composting environment. However, achieving true compostability requires meeting specific criteria and standards, such as the product breaking down within a certain timeframe, not leaving behind any toxic residue, and contributing positively to the compost quality. This can be challenging for manufacturers due to the complexity of materials and processes involved in creating compostable products that meet these criteria. Additionally, ensuring that these products can actually be composted properly in existing composting facilities adds another layer of complexity to the challenge of achieving compostability in a meaningful way. read more

Sustainability has become a highly strategic factor in production chains, especially in the fruit and vegetable sector, where it encompasses the entire life cycle of fruits and vegetables. From cultivation methods to processing, all the way to distribution. In this perspective, read more

Diemme Food, a company that produces natural flavors, plant extracts, and functional ingredients for the food & beverage industry, participated in Tuttofood 2026 showcasing two important innovations that expand its portfolio, in addition to plant-based alternatives to meat, fish, and eggs. A growing segment. read more

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has expanded its intermodal operations in Cameroon by integrating the Port of Kribi into a door-to-door logistics solution, enhancing cargo connectivity between Cameroon and inland markets across the region – Chad and the Central African Republic (CAR). read more

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services reported lower financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reflecting softer freight rates and weaker demand across key trade lanes. First-quarter revenue totaled US$1.40 billion, down 30 per cent from US$2.01 billion in the same period of 2025. read more

Global airfreight volume dropped by 7% compared to the previous week during week 18 (April 27 to May 3) as the Mother's Day flower rush came to an end and Labor Day holidays reduced business activity in several countries. Despite the decrease in demand and increased bellyhold capacity, prices continued to rise. Preliminary data for April also indicated a rise in pricing. read more

Tensions in the Middle East continue to affect global freight markets, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed and ongoing uncertainty around regional developments. In container shipping, the closure is expected to influence freight rates as peak season approaches. Rising fuel costs also contribute to this dynamic. read more

On the occasion of Tuttofood 2026, we met Filippo Scandellari, CEO of Polenghi, who presented us with the innovations with which the group celebrates half a century of activity in lemon juice. An important milestone for a company that is now aiming to further strengthen its position. read more

Georgia's peach season started in early May, about ten days earlier than usual. "We are excited to be up and running and it's great to have an early start," says Will McGehee with Genuine Georgia, representing Georgia's peach growers. The early start is due to an unusually dry March and April. read more

Desire to amaze? That's the foundation. Seeking new ways of communicating about fruits and vegetables? That's the challenge. Bringing innovation to the department? That's the ambition. What holds all these elements together is a team spirit that arises from open dialogue and is strengthened even in challenging times. read more

Holland Flower Market is moving from the downtown area to an industrial location, as they have purchased a 91,010-square-foot warehouse at 5555 E. Slauson Ave in Commerce for $34.1 million. This new space will serve as the company's headquarters, marking a shift away from the Flower District core. read more

The increasing geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz are once again highlighting the enormous logistical fragility of the international supply chain for fruits and vegetables. While much of the public debate focuses on the impacts related to read more

The HortiScience Innovation Center (HIC), in collaboration with Cucare Diagnostics and Wageningen University & Research, is conducting research to advance sustainable pest management for greenhouse horticulture. The partners are evaluating a biological control strategy using a validation voucher. read more

The end of strawberry blossoming is one of the most important moments in plantation fertilization technology. It is at this time that growers decide on the quality, firmness, and longevity of the fruits that will soon be harvested. After the recent rainfall, the plants... read more

The Ministry of Transport in China has imposed fines on nine international container shipping lines and seven domestic non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs) for violations related to freight rate filings. Some of the shipping companies mentioned include MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company and CMA CGM Group. read more

In the horticulture industry, there is a growing focus on energy management rather than energy generation. It is now more about how growers handle peaks and fluctuations in energy demand and supply, rather than simply installing capacity. Several years ago, this shift in focus was the reason for Genap. read more

Two companies in different sectors are progressing towards electric operations. Kempower and APM Terminals, a part of A. P. Moller-Maersk, have signed a three-year framework agreement for the provision of Kempower's DC fast-charging technology throughout APM Terminals' network. read more

The berry brand Driscoll's emphasizes that food safety is a fundamental priority for them. They ensure that all their fruit suppliers undergo regular, independent checks to verify compliance with local regulations regarding pesticide usage. read more

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At Tuttofood 2026, Futura presented the innovations of the Frullà brand, focusing on new partnerships and a more structured communication plan. New collaborations read more