Innovation, income support, competitiveness, rural territories, sustainability, and research are among the strengths of the new wave of calls for proposals that will be released in the coming weeks. In total, there are 26 public notices targeting agricultural, agri-food, and livestock companies. read more

The Drewry's World Container Index rose by 8% to $3,803 per 40ft container this week. The Drewry WCI composite index also increased by 8% to $3,803 per feu, which is 63% lower than the previous pandemic peak of $10,377 in September 2021 but 168% higher than the average of $1,420 in 2019 (pre-pandemic). read more

"The apple industry is currently experiencing a period of renewal. There will be a rise in demand in the short and medium term for varieties that are suitable for organic and zero-residue fruit. As a result, there is a need for genetics that have resistance or tolerance to the main diseases," reports Giovanni Zanzi. read more

From January 14–16, 2025, CompoPac will be exhibiting for the second time at the SIVAL trade fair in Angers, France, to showcase its packaging solutions and, most importantly, its products tailored for the agricultural and food sector under CompoPac Growth. The company emphasizes technologies and a clear focus on sustainability. read more

W ostatnich latach popyt na świeże ziemniaki w Hiszpanii zmniejszył się, podczas gdy konsumpcja ziemniaków przemysłowych wzrosła, aby sprostać rosnącemu zapotrzebowaniu na surowce przez przemysł spożywczy, Grupo Intersur uruchomił Agriindus. "Agriindus, zlokalizowany w Hiszpanii" read more

SPAR Gran Canaria continues its expansion and renovation of stores. Opening new stores and renovating existing ones is a top priority for SPAR Gran Canaria as they aim to grow their business, offer high-quality service to customers, and meet sustainability goals. In November, SPAR Gran Canaria invested in two new stores. read more

On December 17th, fifty farmers participated in a training course organized by the Miguel García Sánchez Foundation. This event was attended by

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looking back on the latter half of October 2024, the global flower industry has experienced several groundbreaking developments, indicating a transformative change in the way flowers are cultivated, traded, and utilized. One of the most significant advancements is the potential for Liege Airport (LGG) to become read more

Sektor owocowy w Mołdawii odnotował szybki rozwój w ostatnich latach i nadal rośnie stabilnie. Producenci coraz bardziej skupiają się na zrównoważonym rozwoju, inwestując w nowe odmiany, zaawansowane wyposażenie i innowacyjne rozwiązania opakowaniowe. Wyzwania, z jakimi boryka się ten sektor, to:

The fruit sector in Moldova has experienced rapid development in recent years and continues to grow steadily. Producers are increasingly focusing on sustainability, investing in new varieties, advanced equipment, and innovative packaging solutions. The challenges faced by the sector were: read more

The arrival of the dredger Willem Van Rubroeck in Ndayane this month marks the beginning of maritime works for the $1.2 billion Port of Ndayane, a project expected to turn Senegal into a significant hub for global trade. The vessel will dredge a 5 km-long shipping channel, a crucial step in the development of the port. read more

"Royal FloraHolland has been conducting auctions for over 100 years. In order to ensure its future sustainability, the company is constantly evolving and investing. In 2024, it achieved significant advancements with Central Auctioning, and Eelde recently participated in auctions on Floriday via RFH Auction, carrying out various experiments." read more

SeaCube, a company specializing in leasing refrigerated intermodal equipment, has teamed up with Greensee to introduce sustainability solutions in the refrigerated transport industry. This partnership will see the launch of SeaCube's Green and Net-Zero Reefer Leases, which are powered by Greensee's AI-driven CO2 emissions reporting system. read more

Agribologna Group - among the top players in the sector in Italy - for the production, processing, and distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables, has published - with its subsidiaries - the third edition of the Sustainability Report. It is prepared on a voluntary basis and in advance compared to. read more

With a growth of 7.1% compared to the same quarter of the previous year, the transportation and storage sector in the 3rd quarter of 2024 recorded the strongest price increase among all sectors in the service industry. With a price increase of 30.0% compared to the 3rd quarter of 2023, the transportation of goods was the... read more

An improved understanding of plants and simplified access to technologies in terms of costs and support in the use of sensors & Co are also crucial, as highlighted in a webinar on "Smart Irrigation" that Sara Vitali participated in. read more

Over 269 million euros was the total production value generated in 2023 by the companies of the group (+10% compared to 2022), against over 260 million in sales revenue. These are the results of the Agribologna group, achieved thanks to a short and traceable supply chain, responsible towards... read more

According to EastFruit, Morocco has significantly increased its orange juice exports this year, shipping over 11,000 tons to international markets in nine months, with a total value exceeding $18 million. read more

Reducing CO2 emissions into the atmosphere, using less energy, adopting more rational water consumption practices, all while experiencing significant commercial growth: this summarizes the environmental performance of Romagnoli F.lli Spa, one of the leading Italian companies in the fruit and vegetable sector, as described in its fourth. read more

The final jury of the SIVAL Innovation 2025 competition convened on December 10th at the Parc des Expositions in Angers. Following the final deliberations, 19 solutions were awarded out of the 35 nominated last November, with a total of 60 applications submitted. read more

From 1 January 2025, PerfoTec will initiate a partnership with Master Plastics Group in South Africa. This collaboration is a part of their objective to enhance the shelf life of fresh produce globally and offer cutting-edge solutions for the maritime transportation and storage of fresh fruits and vegetables in large quantities. read more