"Our industry needs a new reliable economic policy direction that equally promotes innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness," emphasizes ZVG President Eva Kähler-Theuerkauf. read more

It all started nearly a century ago. The Stolk Brothers' journey in horticulture began in 1925 when Pieter Stolk's great-grandfather bought land in Bergschenhoek and started growing lettuce. Over the years, the family's dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various... read more

On Global Recycling Day, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) celebrates the industry's advancements towards increased recyclability throughout the supply chain, while emphasizing the significance of effectively implementing the Simpler Recycling scheme. read more

Established by the United Nations in 1992, World Water Day is celebrated every year on March 22nd with the aim of raising awareness about responsible water resource management and promoting concrete actions to ensure sustainable water use. read more

The European Plant Support (EPS) Foundation has once again granted financial support to projects in the tree nursery industry as part of its third funding round. During the board meeting on March 10, it was decided to support three initiatives that contribute to sustainability and innovation. read more

The head office of the AAI Group is located in the UK, with additional offices in South Africa, China, and Europe, as well as 150 brand affiliates worldwide. The South African branch specializes in perishables, primarily shipping from Cape Town to West Africa and the Middle East, as well as Europe and the UK. read more

A new method of day trading called Daytrade has been introduced through Floriday. This platform enables growers to market their products sooner, access a larger pool of buyers, deliver full trolleys, and have Royal FloraHolland handle the logistics. It also provides new possibilities for buyers, allowing them to read more

A new report by RaboResearch has brought attention to the increasing influence of climate change on banana supplies to the EU and the US. Fluctuations in yields, higher water requirements, extreme weather events, and mounting disease challenges are posing significant risks to the supply chain. Given that the EU and US are major banana importers, these developments are of great concern. read more

Wczesną wiosną powietrze wewnątrz szklarni może szybko się nagrzewać ze względu na zwiększone promieniowanie słoneczne, podczas gdy na zewnątrz powietrze pozostaje stosunkowo suche. Jeśli otwory wentylacyjne zostaną otwarte zbyt szeroko, wilgotność wewnątrz szklarni może spaść zbyt szybko, co może mieć niekorzystny wpływ na plony.więc jak to zrobić read more

Viscon has introduced the SwiftPick avocado solution, a dedicated pick-and-place machine designed specifically for packing avocados. The system is developed to operate within a compact footprint while enhancing production efficiency. According to the company, the machine is capable of handling. read more

Dole Nordic has announced its participation in the inaugural Push Report, a Swedish initiative supported by Vinnova, the innovation agency of Sweden. read more

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in Washington DC has launched an investigation into transit constraints at international maritime chokepoints. This inquiry is looking into the impact of foreign laws, regulations, or practices, as well as the activities of foreign-flag vessel operators on. read more

Late frosts represent one of the most serious threats to agriculture, causing significant damage to crops and jeopardizing the economic sustainability of farming businesses. Thanks to technological innovation, it is now possible to address this challenge with advanced solutions. read more

Koszty logistyczne w Afryce pozostają wysokie w porównaniu z innymi regionami. "Nasze koszty transportu wynoszą od 5 do 8 dolarów za kilometr na TEU, w porównaniu do 1 do 2 dolarów za kilometr w Azji" - twierdzi Agayo Ogambi, dyrektor generalny Rady Przewoźników Wschodniej Afryki (SCEA). Te koszty są związane z złym stanem dróg. read more

The Cornelio project, the premium pepper branded Valfrutta Fresco that has managed to convince consumers and Large Retail, continues to evolve, confirming itself as one of the flagship products of the premium brand of the Alegra Group. With varietal innovation, expansion of production areas, and... read more

DP World and Maersk have signed an eight-year agreement to expand maritime services at DP World's terminal in the Port of Santos, Brazil. The collaboration aims to increase container-handling capacity and improve service reliability at one of Brazil's busiest ports. DP World currently operates read more

The Golden Vineyard of Ciriacono Loris continues to actively participate in the Sicilian horticultural campaign with intense and rewarding harvesting and marketing activities. Loris Ciriacono says: "We cultivate green zucchinis and red and yellow peppers, the fruits of our ongoing dedication and meticulous care." read more

The cherry grading, sorting, and packing industry is currently experiencing a significant transformation, largely due to artificial intelligence (AI). AI is revolutionizing the industry by optimizing sorting systems, improving quality control, and enabling predictive maintenance. These advancements are making packing lines faster, more precise, and more efficient. read more

Predicting and managing the risk of late frosts more effectively, one of the meteorological phenomena that, in recent years, has caused the most serious damage to thousands of farms in the country. An achievable goal thanks to the new frontiers of innovation. read more

Maf Roda Group has announced the acquisition of Strauss, a company specializing in processing and automation in the horticultural sector. Based in Germany, Strauss is known for its expertise in asparagus technology, making it a strategic addition for Maf Roda and enabling the company to diversify its operations. read more