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

Zrównoważony rozwój jest teraz na agendzie każdej organizacji, chociaż istnieją duże różnice w ocenach firm i sektorów dotyczących interpretacji aspektów środowiskowych, społecznych i zarządzania (ESG) oraz pozytywnego wpływu. Tak wynika z raportu SD400, corocznej ankiety platformy biznesowej. read more

Tosca has formed a partnership with Avery Dennison, an international company in the materials science sector, to adopt reusable plastic pallets in its European supply chain and reduce CO2 emissions. Thanks to Tosca's innovative pooling model, the. read more

The stabilization fund system in Belarus, aimed at ensuring the availability of affordable vegetables during the off-season, has caused tension among farmers, retailers, and government officials. Attempts to keep prices low have created challenges throughout the supply chain. read more

DP World is currently testing an innovative carbon reduction program at its UK logistics hubs, London Gateway and Southampton, with the goal of assisting cargo importers in reducing their emissions. read more

Ninjacart has launched a new agri-tech-focused startup program to accelerate the growth of early-stage food-tech and ag-tech startups. The program provides access to cutting-edge technology, venture capital partners, financial backing, and expert business advisory. read more

Pablo Vilanova, general manager of Mercabarna, and José Ramírez Sánchez-Paniagua, Technical and Innovation Director of read more

The Dutch company AFL Barendrecht recently moved to a new ultra-modern building, increasing its cold storage capacity from 3,000 to up to 10,000 pallet spaces. Straytest and Freshland Foodpacking also relocated with AFL Barendrecht, creating an efficient 'one-stop shop' for logistics services. read more

AINIA in its commitment to technological innovation is developing 12 R&D projects in the 2024-2025 period involving 28 companies from the Valencian Community. The goal is to contribute

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Regulatory measures in the U.S., Canada, and the EU are pushing for increased sustainability in packaging. A significant initiative worth $25 million by the USDA, as part of its Assisting Specialty Crop Exports (ASCE) program, is leading this effort. The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA)… read more

Fruit-picking robots have been in existence for some time, but Extend Robotics has recently created one specifically for harvesting grapes at Saffron Grange Vineyard in Essex. Developed in partnership with researchers from Queen Mary University, this robotic system is equipped with AI-powered visual sensors to detect ripe grapes. read more

In our country, the attention to sustainability remains high, with 55% of Italians trying to do their best to adopt suitable behaviors. However, there are many obstacles that emerge: on one hand, those who would like to be more virtuous do not know how to do it, read more

Dia España strengthens its Management Committee with the addition of Pedro Devesa as the new Director of Growth, a role created to lead the development of key areas such as Customer Experience, Marketing, and E-commerce. This appointment reaffirms Dia's commitment to innovation, digitalization, and strengthening its position in the competitive Spanish market.

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Last November, the III International Postharvest Seminar was held in Lima, Peru. The event was organized by the Association of Citrus Producers of Peru (Procitrus) and read more

The sector that emerges from the second report "Agriculture between innovation and sustainability" produced by the Invernizzi Agri Lab of Sda Bocconi School of Management in partnership with Crédit Agricole Italia and presented yesterday at Crédit Agricole is undergoing significant transformation in the primary sector. read more

An agricultural economist from Michigan State University (MSU) has received a $650,000 grant from the US Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) to assess labor challenges impacting the nation's food supply chain and suggest potential policy solutions. read more

Dutoit Vegetables has stated that it sees exciting opportunities for its onions in export markets, with volumes increasing over the past few years. read more

In a time when challenges for the potato industry are constantly increasing, the urgency of innovation and practical experimentation becomes particularly clear, according to UNIKA. read more

The first shipments come from Peru and Brazil, but unfortunately, they are facing various difficulties that have delayed their arrival. These problems not only affect the quantity of available product, but also complicate the logistical processes related to them. read more