The floriculture sector is currently undergoing a digital transformation. "With Floriday serving as a digital platform for the floriculture industry, we are gradually moving towards a more efficient and future-proof way of conducting business. Our goal is to empower growers and buyers, providing them with increasing convenience. read more

Croatia's eastern Pozega-Slavonia county has commissioned the construction of a €15.6 million (US$18 million) fruit and vegetable warehouse and distribution centre to support local producers. Hidroing has been contracted for construction works, Eptisa Adria will oversee supervision, and Forel. read more

Apofruit, one of the longest-standing cooperatives in the fruit and vegetable sector with 65 years of history, confirms its presence at Fruit Attraction 2025 (30th September-2nd October, stand C12 Pavilion 08). Varietal innovation, internationalization, and sustainability are the key principles of Kiwi Dulcis. read more

Sanjay Aggarwal, Managing Director of Dev Bhumi Cold Chain Pvt. Ltd., states that the imported apple market in India is currently facing slightly higher than required availability, leading to price pressure. He stresses the need to boost demand, particularly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. read more

A robot that does not stop in front of foliage and can accurately distinguish ripe strawberries: this is the innovation coming from Washington State University (WSU), where a team of researchers has developed a prototype capable of harvesting fruit hidden among the leaves. The system - is read more

The Italian premium kiwifruit company Jingold states that nearly 96 percent of the packaging material it uses, which includes fruit stickers, is now recycled. Recyclable plastic accounts for just over 4 percent of their packaging materials. read more

This result comes from a joint survey conducted by the Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics IML, the software developer Logistikbude, and the Stiftung Initiative Mehrweg (SIM). However, the survey also emphasizes the opportunities for change: those who act early now will not only... read more

Tama Group has created InnoVent®, a patented ventilating pallet wrap that serves as a substitute for conventional corner boards and strapping. This innovative wrap is designed to minimize packaging waste, ensure pallet stability, and enable ventilation, making it ideal for preserving the freshness of produce. read more

The Royal FloraHolland Sustainability Award is a prize awarded for sustainable innovations in the floriculture industry. It aims to showcase and support sustainable initiatives by growers within the cooperative. Recently, an expert jury evaluated all submissions and selected five nominees. read more

Roga Agro, a leading food producer located in Riga, Latvia, is transforming the ready-meal industry with its "Good Mood Meals" brand by utilizing cutting-edge freeze-drying technology from Weber Vacuum Group. This collaboration underscores the significant potential of freeze-drying for prepared meals. read more

Yesterday, in Bologna, CPR System presented the Group's first Sustainability Report, for the year 2024: a document that clearly and measurably outlines the company's commitment to environmental, social, and economic issues. read more

Monitoring of blooms, pollinating insects, harvesting methods capable of preserving the quality of the product, transportation and storage systems to minimize impact on the environment and energy consumption, selection techniques to reduce waste, a careful study of the. read more

Akorn Technology, Inc. has been granted a National Science Foundation (NSF) Phase IIB Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award to further develop plant-based edible coatings for fresh produce. This innovative solution will facilitate the initial commercial use of essential oils in post-harvest applications... read more

Strategically and sustainably planning the 2026 production campaign was the purpose of the recent visit by some members of the Selenella-Patata Italiana di Qualità Consortium from Sicily. read more

This week, the Belgian city of Ghent is a gathering place for the international floriculture industry. Industry representatives have been meeting since Monday for the 77th AIPH Annual Congress, which includes a full day dedicated to presentations and discussions at the Industry Conference. read more

The new campaign for exporting Italian fruit by sea has started. While the production prospects, especially for apples and kiwis, look positive, logistics remains a complex field with improvements and new challenges. IFN discussed this with Riccardo Martini. read more

NIAB, Nanjing Agricultural University in China, along with a team of international partners, has developed new technology for measuring fruit trees in three dimensions with unparalleled accuracy. read more

The new and large-scale research project "POMORROW - Potatoes for tomorrow" pursues no less a goal than the accelerated breeding of climate-resilient, robust, and high-performance potato varieties. This project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space Travel (BMFTR). read more

Plant Sciences Genetics is a research field that focuses on understanding the genetic mechanisms underlying plant traits and behaviors. This field combines principles of genetics and plant science to improve crop yield, resilience, and quality.

In terms of operations, researchers in Plant Sciences Genetics use various techniques such as genome sequencing, gene editing, and quantitative genetics to study plant genomes and identify genes responsible for specific traits. By identifying these genes, scientists can develop new plant varieties through selective breeding or genetic engineering.

Additionally, Plant Sciences Genetics research often involves studying the interactions between plants and their environment, including responses to stressors such as drought, pests, and diseases. This research aims to develop plants that are more adaptable to changing environmental conditions and can contribute to sustainable agriculture practices.

Overall, Plant Sciences Genetics plays a crucial role in advancing plant breeding and biotechnology to address global food security challenges and improve agricultural sustainability. read more

Al-Jouf Agricultural Development Company, based in Saudi Arabia, manages a 60,000-hectare estate producing crops such as wheat, barley, corn, onions, and potatoes. To meet the increasing demand for processed potato products, the company has invested in French fry production. In December 2020, read more