Orsero S.p.A. ("Orsero"), a leader in the Mediterranean Europe for the import and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables, presents the main sustainability results achieved in 2025 and the new Sustainability Strategic Plan 2026-2031, confirming its leadership in the sector. read more

A new greenhouse complex for rose production has been launched in the Osh Region of Kyrgyzstan with financing from the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund. The 1-hectare facility uses hydroponic technology for rose cultivation. More than 60 million soms (€620,000) were invested in the project. read more

The 3rd annual Plantlogic International Conference on Substrate Strawberry Technology, held in Ningbo, China, emphasized the rapid advancement of substrate-based strawberry production from a niche growing method to a globally scaled commercial production system. The invited speaker discussed... read more

A new greenhouse complex for rose production has been launched in the Osh Region of Kyrgyzstan with financing from the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund. The 1-hectare facility utilizes hydroponic technology for growing roses. Over 60 million soms (€620,000) were invested in the project. read more

In early March this year, several gerbera (barberton daisy) suppliers started using the new reusable Fc555 flower bucket. Since then, over 600,000 buckets of flowers have been introduced into the supply chain, and users are very enthusiastic about it. FM Group is one of the buyers that quickly embraced this change. read more

Result Group will showcase traceability, natural branding, product identification, and packaging automation technologies at Hort Connections 2026 at Stands 210 and 211 from June 1 to 4 at the Adelaide Convention Centre. The exhibition will feature EcoMark Natural Branding, QR-enabled traceability... read more

As the Egyptian orange export season reaches its final phase, Mohamed Khamis, Export Manager at Sama Agro, provides an overview of a season that defied expectations: a season impacted by the conflict in the Middle East and increasing shipping costs, resulting in exporters' performance being neither poor nor. read more

The Asociación Grupo Fashion (AGF) and its technology partner, BASF | Nunhems, organized a field day in El Ejido (Almería) on May 14, gathering producers from the marketing companies associated with the AGF Group. Crisanto Ampuero, Consumer & Customer Manager at BASF, presented three. read more

At Tuttofood 2026, Madama Oliva presented two strategic innovations for the market. On one hand, the expansion of the line of pitted green olives from the Calcidic region in pouches; on the other hand, the launch of Oliva Sapiens, a digital platform dedicated to dissemination. read more

The Hawaii Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, in collaboration with the University of Hawaii, has successfully obtained over $322,000 in federal grant funding. This grant will be utilized to enhance the state's capacity to identify, evaluate, and address potential threats from emerging plant pathogens. The funds from the grant will be allocated towards implementing two new projects. read more

The Hawai'i Department of Agriculture, Biosecurity, and the University of Hawai'i have secured over $322,000 in federal grant funding. This funding will be allocated towards enhancing the state's capacity to detect, evaluate, and address emerging plant pathogen threats. The grant money will support two new projects. read more

A fruit and berry processing facility in Bishkek is expanding its production of organic snacks and frozen products using locally sourced raw materials. The plant processes fruits, berries, and nuts supplied by over 2,000 local farms. Their product line includes freeze-dried berries, frozen items, and more. read more

PPM Technologies and Key Technology, both operating companies of Duravant, have unveiled a fully integrated potato chip processing line at booth 431 during SNACKEX 2026. This line incorporates PPM's frying, seasoning, and product handling systems with Key's optical sorting technology into a seamless solution. read more

Johannes van der Waal, CEO of AgroFair, recently obtained his Ph.D. with a thesis focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The main inquiry was to assess the extent to which companies genuinely contribute to sustainability, as opposed to merely engaging in rhetoric. In essence, the fundamental question posed was: do companies truly fulfill their sustainability commitments, or is it often just lip service? read more

The berry company Driscoll's has stated that its production is in "full compliance" with US food safety regulations, following a report in the US that suggested some strawberries sold under the brand may contain traces of 'forever pesticides.' read more

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Colombia's Hass avocado sector continues to expand its exports, with shipments reaching 201,479 tons in 2025, a 45.6 percent increase from 2024. Approximately 60 percent of these exports are sent to Europe, with the Netherlands accounting for 35.8 percent of the total exports. Despite the growth in exports, the sector is still facing challenges. read more

Nigeria and several African economies that are increasing their horticultural exports to Europe and other international markets are encountering challenges such as escalating freight costs, logistical limitations, and climate-related disruptions that are impacting the growth of the sector. Countries like Nigeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Zimbabwe are among those facing these issues. read more

At Fruit Logistica 2026, Ocean Network Express (ONE) showcased its increasing importance in global fresh produce transportation. Jan Holst mentioned, "Our unique magenta color symbolizes our roots." He added, "Our Japanese heritage is reflected in our commitment to quality, reliability, and customer service." read more

Chiquita Brands International and Great White Fleet celebrated 30 years of uninterrupted operations at Port Freeport, showcasing their importance in fresh fruit imports to the United States. "The lasting partnership demonstrates our mutual dedication to reliability and performance that..." read more