Syngenta at the Food & Science Festival: "Biologicals and AI will drive the new agriculture"
2026-05-18 00:00
In a global scenario marked by strong tensions on supply chains and extreme weather events, agriculture is called upon to strengthen its capacity for adaptation and response. This was the message that emerged from the event "The Thread that Unites Us: yesterday, today, and tomorrow".
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Some key challenges facing UK mango suppliers at the moment include fluctuations in supply due to changing weather patterns and natural disasters, increasing competition from other countries exporting mangoes to the UK market, rising production costs, and ensuring compliance with strict food safety and quality standards. Additionally, Brexit-related issues such as trade disruptions and changes in regulations may also impact UK mango suppliers.
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Syngenta has opened a Research and Development center in Spain to fight against crop pathogens.
2026-05-15 10:00
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is opening a new Spanish R&D Technology Center in El Ejido, Almería.
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The Ukrainian blueberry sector is currently reviewing competition in terms of exports and looking into automation options.
2026-05-15 00:00
Ukraine's blueberry industry is evaluating its standing in the worldwide berry market as farmers encounter growing competition related to labor expenses, automation, varietal innovation, and retailer demands. At a professional gathering in Zakarpattia organized by the Ukrainian Blueberry Growers...
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An apple used to speak through its taste, color, and freshness. Soon, it may also have to speak through data. Where was it grown? Which inputs were used? How was it stored? What was its carbon footprint? Can its sustainability claims be verified? This topic will be discussed at the International Conference in Venice-Mestre.
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Biotechnology, hydroponics, and branding are the main focus at the floriculture event in Misiones.
2026-05-15 00:00
With a high turnout, the event was held on Thursday, April 30, at the Community Hall in Garuhapé, solidifying its position as a crucial platform for technical updates and networking within the floriculture sector in Misiones. The opening ceremony was attended by the mayors of Garuhapé and Puerto Rico, along with
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Innowacyjne rozwiązania do sortowania ziemniaków przy użyciu automatyzacji i sztucznej wizji.
2026-05-15 00:00
"Potato processing is undergoing a deep transformation, as the need to guarantee increasingly higher quality standards is combined with the growing difficulty in finding labor, thereby accelerating the adoption of advanced technologies along the entire supply chain. In this context, the Sgorbati"
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Ghana has postponed the implementation of a revised container charge following concerns raised by the industry.
2026-05-15 00:00
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has welcomed the government's decision to postpone the implementation of the revised Container Administrative Charge, following concerns raised by businesses and logistics stakeholders over the potential impact on trade operations.
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Prelude, Enza Zaden opens the spring fennel season in Campania.
2026-05-15 00:00
Punctual, as always, Preludio Enza Zaden opens the spring fennel harvest in Campania. The freshness of the young product, capable of enhancing all the characteristics of crunchiness and aroma, finds its maximum expression in Preludio. "Earliness, quality of the head, color."
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FAO raises concerns about food safety related to the use of recycled plastic packaging.
2026-05-15 00:00
The increasing utilization of recycled plastic in food packaging and other food contact materials (FCMs) presents environmental advantages but also raises food safety issues, as stated in a recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The report discusses the food safety implications of this trend.
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Freeze-dried tropical fruit snacks from Ecuador are becoming increasingly popular in European and U.S. markets.
2026-05-15 00:00
Ecuadorian company Naturfreeze Ecuador is betting on the growth of the freeze-dried products market, a sector that is gaining popularity in Europe and the United States. This market offers natural snacks with an extended shelf life and does not require refrigeration. Vicente Muentes, a partner at the company,
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Milan teams up at Tuttofood: integrated urban supply chain from market to canteens.
2026-05-15 00:00
The joint participation of the Municipality of Milan, Sogemi, and Milano Ristorazione at Tuttofood 2026 has concluded. They showcased the city model of an integrated urban food system. The three entities presented a public coordination experience that focuses on quality.
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A new packaging solution based on cubes from India focuses on reducing wasted space in fresh produce transportation.
2026-05-15 00:00
Indian fresh produce exporters are facing increasing pressure to increase the volume of their products while reducing costs. They are navigating crowded cold chains and looking for ways to use less plastic without compromising the shelf-life or appearance of their products. "Traditional packaging such as clamshells and trays often take up unnecessary space in cartons and pallets, leading exporters to"
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The new Syngenta Technology Center shortens breeding timelines and enhances food security.
2026-05-15 00:00
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is opening a new R&D Technology Center in El Ejido, Almería – a cutting-edge facility specifically designed to address the emerging pathogens that are causing damage to crops and affecting the livelihoods of growers globally. This new center is part of a broader Innovation Center presence in El Ejido.
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"EU retailers require more than just fruit; they also need supply predictability, product traceability, and reduced losses," says David Saakyan, founder of BellyBella Fruit Company, an Armenian producer and exporter of flat peaches, flat nectarines, and plums.
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Monrovia celebrates 100 years with Centennial Ruby showcase garden
2026-05-15 00:00
Monrovia celebrated the launch of its new Centennial Ruby™ hydrangea with a special garden event at the Pasadena Showcase House of Design, as part of the company's yearlong celebration honoring 100 years of horticultural craftsmanship and innovation. As an official garden partner of the Pasadena
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DimmidiSì is evolving its communication language and going back on air with a new integrated campaign signed by the agency Armando Testa, designed to support the expansion of the brand into different categories, wider target audiences, and constantly evolving consumption occasions.
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Oishii is ready to expand vertical strawberry production.
2026-05-14 10:00
The strawberry vertical farm operator Oishii has announced its intention to increase its year-round production capacity, invest in robotics, develop new product formats, and further invest in research and development. This follows the successful securing of $150 million in new Series C funding.
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Robinson Fresh, CH Robinson's division specializing in fresh supply chain solutions, has announced the opening of a new 142,600 square-foot logistics center in South Texas.
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Global transplant technology provider Plant Tape officially launched its presence in Australia at Vic Vid 2026. The Plant Tape system introduces a new approach to transplanting, designed to help growers improve efficiency, reduce labor dependence, and deliver more consistent crop yields.
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