Dümmen Orange hosted its Orange Festival during Chrysanthemum Week 2025 in Antioquia, Colombia, where hundreds of visitors from across the Americas and beyond gathered to discover the company's latest chrysanthemum innovations. Guests included Colombian growers as well as industry professionals. read more

Fyffes has released its latest biennial Sustainability Report, covering the period 2023 to 2024, outlining progress on environmental, social, and governance targets. The company reported that all of its own operations are now covered by a certified water management plan. On packaging, 99.6% is... read more

Od 17 do 20 września odbył się Międzynarodowy Kongres Truskawkowy 2025 w Antwerpii. Cały sektor truskawkowy, począwszy od badań, poprzez marketing i handel, zgromadził się w flamandzkim mieście w ciągu tych dni, aby omówić wyzwania, możliwości i trendy. Pod hasłem "Łączenie kropek" read more

Bioline AgroSciences has announced that Viridaxis, a Belgian company known for its high-quality parasitoids, is joining the Bioline AgroSciences group. Viridaxis has developed a unique technology for the mass rearing of several parasitoids that efficiently control aphids on crops. read more

During the AIPH Industry Conference on Tuesday, a panel led by Tim Briercliffe, AIPH Secretary General, addressed a crucial topic in horticulture: the future of growing media. The panel included viewpoints from various experts in Europe regarding peat reduction, alternative options, and sustainability. read more

Apofruit confirms its presence at Fruit Attraction 2025, the international trade fair for fruit and vegetables scheduled to take place in Madrid from September 30 to October 2. The cooperative's top management specifically invites customers, suppliers, and operators to visit their booth C12 in Pavilion 08. read more

When Growcer acquired the assets of container-farming company Freight Farms in July 2025, it marked a significant moment for North American controlled-environment agriculture. Freight Farms left behind customers in over 500 locations, a substantial software and parts ecosystem, and a support system. read more

The fruit brand Fyffes has stated that its growers are experiencing some of the "most severe" impacts of climate change, including more frequent tropical storms, increased rainfall and heat, and a rise in pests and fungal outbreaks. read more

Thanks to proactive action in response to the increase in environmental challenges, Fyffes has been able to achieve or even surpass many of its sustainability goals, it is further stated. read more

The campaign showcases many innovations: COSAFRA presents the production and quality results achieved through the expansion and optimization of its facilities and the use of state-of-the-art technology for advanced agricultural waste management, which improves efficiency. read more

Digitalization in fruit sorting, quality control, and disease prediction has already become a common practice, but the use of robots in orchards and vineyards still faces some skepticism. However, producers, rightfully cautious due to the sensitivity and complexity of field operations, are gradually exploring the potential benefits of integrating robotics into their processes. read more

La Compagnie Fruitière has announced that it is making Farms Digital, the in-house management software it developed to manage its banana production, available to the wider banana industry. read more

PhenoKey and phenoLytics are merging to form a new brand called SeedTelligence. This collaboration leverages their unique strengths to offer enhanced insights into seed value. With support from the technological know-how of Fraunhofer IIS, SeedTelligence delivers integrated technology. read more

In 2025, Reemoon Technology Co., Ltd. successfully delivered and installed a customized four-lane apple sorting line in Nelson, New Zealand. The equipment officially started operating during this year's fruit season, from February to June, greatly enhancing efficiency and ensuring quality. read more

In the Cherkasy region of Ukraine, the family farm "Yablunevyi Sad" is replacing its 20-year-old Dutch-style orchard with plantings established under Canadian technology, relying exclusively on feathered apple trees. Farm manager Mykola Oliinyk shared the update in his article. He explained that read more

The World Shipping Council (WSC) has introduced an artificial intelligence program aimed at identifying misdeclared hazardous cargo. This initiative is supported by shipping companies that account for over 70% of global container capacity and leverages technology from the US National Cargo Bureau. The WSC Cargo Safety Program aims to enhance safety and security in the shipping industry. read more

Adrian Scripps, one of England's largest apple growers and packers and a main supplier to the supermarket chain Tesco, has fully automated its packing line using UniPAKer technology from the Dutch company Brillopak. According to both companies, this has tripled productivity per. read more

Jingold, an Italian company that is a global point of reference in the production and commercialization of premium kiwi, presents its first Sustainability Report: a crucial step in the ESG journey taken over time and an opportunity to systematize the commitments already in place. read more

On September 17, 2025, LATAM Cargo Group announced its plans to expand its cargo operations between Europe and Argentina by increasing the frequency of flights on the Brussels-Buenos Aires route. Starting in October, the company will double its service from two to four weekly flights, thereby increasing the overall capacity. read more

Europe's premium food markets are protected by tariffs and dominated by established brands. Macadamias Direct, based in Byron Bay, New South Wales, has developed a strategy to position Australian macadamias in these markets by partnering with distributors and investing in technology. read more