Rijk Zwaan has announced the opening of a new facility in De Lier, an expansion that the company said increased its capacity for seed cleaning, processing, storage, and packaging. read more

It combines the genetics and germplasm knowledge of CIV, the AI-driven breeding models and machine learning expertise of Heritable Agriculture, as well as the production facilities, distribution network, and leadership of Paul J. Mastronardi in the industry. read more

AI-powered technology facilitator GrubMarket has successfully acquired Delta Fresh Produce, based in Nogales, a top distributor that specializes in tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, grapes, watermelons, and various other fresh produce commodities imported from Mexico. read more

There was a regular section in Settimana Enigmistica, a very popular magazine for those who enjoyed solving puzzles and crosswords; its title was "Maybe not everyone knows"; this title fits perfectly with the logistics and transportation sector of goods in Italy, where... read more

Horticulture stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to strengthen local production and supply chain of horticulture and grapes in order to enter the 43 billion euros European Union horticulture and grape market. The stakeholders made this call during a webinar organized by the. read more

Apofruit's autumn campaign of 2024 closes with decidedly positive results, marking a return to delivery levels in line with the cooperative's potential. Mirco Zanotti, Ernesto Fornari, and Mirco provide an update on the situation following the social assemblies. read more

In the last few months, there has been a growing demand for herbal raw materials and active ingredients derived from plants. We are talking about a sector, that of botanical derivatives for wellness and health, which in Italy generates a value of over 1 billion euros between production and exports, and read more

Armellini Logistics is celebrating its 80th anniversary. Founded in 1945 by Jules and Sarah Armellini, the company has grown from a local trucking operation to a nationwide network, renowned for innovation and service beyond expectation. From flowers to freight, Armellini Express Lines began by... read more

Afrex South Africa has embarked on a new chapter with the inauguration of its cutting-edge facility in Johannesburg, located just 5 km from its previous site. The new premises are designed to facilitate a seamless cold chain from the farm to export, equipped with state-of-the-art cooling and handling systems, and improved facilities. read more

Stany Zjednoczone ogłosiły nowy cło importowe w wysokości 104% na chińskie towary. Decyzja została ogłoszona wczoraj. Jest to kontynuacja nowych ceł wprowadzonych w zeszłym tygodniu, które mają wpływ na wszystkie branże, w tym sektor hortikultury. Pojawiło się wiele spekulacji na temat tego, jak to wpłynie na. read more

A serious fire, which occurred on the night between Thursday and Friday in the Cosenza area, devastated part of the vehicle fleet of Perrone Srl, a company engaged in the organized large-scale distribution of food products. The toll is heavy: five trucks and three trailers completely destroyed. read more

At a time when many countries around the world are facing tariffs on products entering the U.S., one shipping company is steadfast in its commitment to sourcing from South America. "Weather challenges have led to a growing need for diversification in sourcing from different regions. Relying solely on one source is becoming increasingly difficult." read more

The Secretariat for Economic Development, Science, Technology, and Innovation (SEDEC) reported that fruit farming dominated the export sector of Rio Grande do Norte in March. Five products from the fruit production chain accounted for 58.6% of the state's monthly exports. Other cane sugars were the leading product in the export list. read more

The event "Art in the Orchard" organized by Pink Lady® at the blooming orchards in the Faenza countryside on April 5th demonstrates the brand's commitment to promoting biodiversity and agro-ecological practices. Over twenty families with young children participated in the event. read more

From a June 2024 US salmonella outbreak that led to hospitalizations in 34 states linked to cucumbers to Europe-wide Salmonella cases traced to contaminated lettuce, the issue of food safety has gained prominence in recent months, keeping this all-important topic ever-present in consumers' minds. read more

Accelerating supply chains and enhancing connectivity through digital innovation was the focus of the initial Logistics Hub session on the last day of this year's Fruit Logistica. read more

An agritech startup CapsiBreed has entered into a noteworthy commercial agreement with the Dutch seed company Erma Zaden. This strategic partnership is considered a major milestone in the advancement and expansion of CapsiBreed's crop improvement technology. read more

This new milestone in the partnership between the OCP Group and Maersk is built on years of successful collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence in logistics. It marks a new chapter in the longstanding partnership between both. read more

Heritable Agriculture, Paul J. Mastronardi, and CIV (Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti) have announced a collaborative initiative to create strawberry genetics specifically designed for controlled environment agriculture. The project will utilize AI-based breeding techniques, superior germplasm, and valuable commercial production knowledge. read more

As of April 2025, a new division of Holex Flower will be launched: Holex Air Logistics. This joint venture between Holex Flower and Airflo aims to improve efficiency within Holex's transportation chain. Holex Air Logistics will be overseen by a team of experienced colleagues from both Holex Flower. read more