Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has announced the appointment of Martin Habisreitinger as the Chief Operating Officer of Airfreight, effective from 1 February 2025. read more

The new greenhouse will cover an area of approximately 1.4 hectares and will serve as an expansion of Koppert Cress' existing facilities. This will strengthen the company's position as a pioneer in the cultivation of edible plants and cresses, with innovation and sustainability at the forefront. read more

GenCast is a probabilistic weather model that produces global 15-day ensemble forecasts with a resolution of 0.25°C, which are more accurate than the best operational ensemble system. Generating a single 15-day forecast from GenCast takes about 8 minutes on a cloud platform. read more

"Organic production targets consumers who are conscious of its health and environmental advantages. These products typically come with higher price tags compared to conventional ones, a premium that consumers are willing to pay due to their sustainability. Additionally, scientific research indicates that the Mediterranean" read more

Rynek czosnku boryka się z licznymi wyzwaniami. "Koszty transportu, wartość dolara amerykańskiego, jakość, rozmiary, kolory, siła robocza, licencje oraz wiele innych problemów," wymienia Danny Deen z Denimpex. W tym artykule prezentuje on aktualizację sytuacji na rynku czosnku z globalnej perspektywy, obejmując obszary Unii Europejskiej, Ameryki Południowej, etc. read more

In May 2024, the floral industry's emphasis on Mother's Day was enhanced by various important anniversaries, innovations, and challenges within the global floriculture sector. Despite the focus on one of the busiest seasons in the industry, there were also noteworthy... read more

Last week, at the Fructura fruit fair in Hasselt, Sorma Benelux showcased one of its newest automation innovations for the fresh produce packing hall: the 'Aporo fruit packing robot.' This Aporo machine is designed to automatically place round fruit into packing trays within boxes, streamlining the packing process. read more

South Korea has announced a 14 trillion won (US$10 billion) investment to expand Busan Port, with the goal of creating the world's leading container handling facility by 2045. As part of this initiative, a new port will be built in Changwon and integrated with the current Busan Port. read more

The plant and animal nutrition company, TIMAC AGRO, and the University of Almería (UAL) have established today the 'TIMAC AGRO-UAL Chair of Innovation in Crops'.

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The EuroCommerce emphasized that when it comes to cross-border enforcement of unfair trading practices, the Single Market should be the top priority. During the opening session of the EU Agri-Food Days, Agriculture Commissioner Hansen introduced a number of initiatives designed to enhance the competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience of the agri-food sector. read more

The Network of Agrarian Groupings for Integrated Treatments in Agriculture (ATRIA) from the Valencian Community has celebrated its traditional end-of-year event at the Salón de

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During the event dedicated to the table grape supply chain, held from October 22nd to 24th in Bari, Italy, Sorma Group was reaffirmed as a key player in the sector. read more

From January 28th to 31st, 2025, IPM Essen will be held, which is the trade fair for horticulture and a key meeting point for the green industry. Exhibitors from around the globe will showcase their innovative products and services in areas such as plants, technology, floristry, and garden design. The event is highly anticipated by professionals in the industry. read more

Według Anny Giacovelli, menedżerki ds. rozwoju biznesu w włoskim dostawcy owoców Giacovelli Group, popyt na winogrona w Europie rośnie. Jej klientami są coraz częściej osoby poszukujące wysokiej jakości europejskich winogron przez dłuższe okresy roku. read more

The processed fruit specialist Vog Products claims to have made significant advancements in its environmental and ethical objectives due to recent investments and enhancements. read more

With the introduction of the app, HHLA is replacing the previous trucker card across its terminals in Hamburg and, according to its own statements, is making truck handling safer and more efficient. Since the go-live at the beginning of the year, over 200,000 accesses have already been made. read more

Global Women Fresh (GWF) has partnered with Germany’s Import Promotion Desk (IPD) and Fruit Logistica in a new collaboration to provide opportunities for women in agriculture, promote innovation, and encourage greater diversity within the fresh produce industry. read more

At Potager City, the pineapple has lost its crown. Following in the footsteps of Cora at the start of the year, the chain specialized in the delivery of fruit and vegetable baskets to relay outlets, decided last month to offer pineapples without crowns. Laurent Vichard, managing director of. read more

Wageningen Economic Research conducted a study on the effects of the new EU sustainability directive CSDD on Dutch agri-food companies. The conclusion was that the sector must make significant efforts to decrease environmental and human rights impacts throughout the supply chain. The Due Diligence Dashboard is a tool that helps companies in achieving this goal. read more

The stringent regulatory environment in the European Union and the global trend towards sustainability are compelling fruit growers to embrace more environmentally friendly practices in their businesses. Smurfit Westrock has introduced corrugated cardboard solutions to meet these changing demands. This initiative not only provides... read more