Innovation not only as a set of technologies, but also as a management model. This is the vision of Joinfruit shared at Macfrut. The fruit and vegetable producers' organization, founded in 2015 and based in Verzuolo (Cuneo), is made up of 200 members managing 1,800 hectares of land.
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Export of Brazilian fruits to Europe increases through air cargo.
2025-05-09 00:00
Azul Linhas Aéreas has noticed an increase in the demand for air cargo transport services to Europe, considering this trend as a more viable option. The company's logistics division, Azul Cargo, emphasized its performance in the first quarter of 2025, especially in the export of Brazilian.
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The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and Leader Specialised Freight are reminding road users to give heavy vehicles space as they transport precious and fragile goods in time for Mother's Day. Fresh cut flower sales are set to bloom this Mother's Day, with every bunch sold contributing
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80 years of VOG on stage at Macfrut 2025
2025-05-09 00:00
The 80 years of VOG were celebrated at Macfrut 2025. At the international event in Rimini, from May 6th to 8th, the Consortium took stock of its current situation, from the positive sales trends to the latest brand innovations such as Marlene®, Cosmic Crisp®, and Giga®.
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FreshPortal Software has partnered with Service First Processing (SFP), a payment automation company. This collaboration offers a fully integrated platform that simplifies operations, improves financial processes, fosters business expansion, and enhances customer experience. Through SFP's new platform...
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FruitMasters has introduced a new smart fruit hub equipped with cutting-edge grading, packing, and logistics tools.
2025-05-09 00:00
Today, FruitMasters officially opens the Smart Fruit Hub in Geldermalsen. This modern logistics and packaging center for fruit is considered unique in Europe due to its advanced systems for sorting, packaging, and logistics, all integrated into a closed and refrigerated supply chain.
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Manoj Barai, director of the Indian fresh produce exporter M.K. Exports, stated that the production of mangoes in India has not increased since the beginning of March. He mentioned, "Despite our previous prediction of an increase in mango production, it has not materialized yet.
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Nick Genty, CEO and co-founder of AGEYE Technologies, discusses what it truly entails to construct a completely automated indoor farm and emphasizes that simply having advanced technology is not enough. AGEYE Technologies, based in the United States, specializes in developing AI-integrated automation systems for vertical farms.
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This week in the Fruit Trade Magazine: Grape harvest in South Africa, tomatoes, products at the point of sale
2025-05-08 14:00
The leading tomato producers are increasingly investing in large high-tech greenhouses to increase production, reduce costs, and operate more sustainably. The goal is to ensure a continuous supply of high-quality tomatoes. In addition to state-of-the-art technology and the
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TO REVIVE CONSUMPTION WITH INNOVATION AND BRANDS
2025-05-08 13:00
From May 6th to 8th, the association reportedly used the international trade fair to take stock – from positive sales developments to innovative product innovations from the brands Marlene®, Cosmic Crisp®, and Giga®. Since its establishment, the association has been dedicated to...
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UK: Tesco is looking for start-ups to optimize the supply chain.
2025-05-08 10:00
For this purpose, the competition "Agri T-Jam" was launched in collaboration with the innovation network Leading Edge Only (LEO). It is aimed at start-ups that are developing practical solutions for key challenges in agricultural production and sourcing.
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Together with APX Logistics Solutions, the freight forwarding network states that it will now be conducting container transport services between Europe and Southeast Asia for its partner companies. This will provide them with the opportunity to tap into new markets while benefiting from fixed
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Brazil has a large domestic market for fruit and vegetables, but it is constrained by economic, logistical, and weather-related issues. The growth in demand does not align with the ample international supply available, and the market's capacity to absorb this supply is heavily influenced by factors such as exchange rates and domestic costs.
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Farmers in the Rangpur district of Bangladesh are shifting towards vegetable cultivation in eight upazilas, as per the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE). This change is motivated by the profitable returns linked to vegetable farming. The adoption of modern technology is also being observed.
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Say yes to TuttoFood with the "Taste Innovation Experience".
2025-05-08 00:00
What really happens inside us when we taste a food that conquers us? What emotions light up, what deep sensations are activated? At TuttoFood 2025, DimmidiSì - a flagship brand of the La Linea Verde Group - captivated the audience with an unprecedented experience.
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AGEYE Technologies, a U.S.-based developer of AI-driven vertical farming systems, has launched a fully integrated automation platform that manages all aspects of indoor cultivation, from seeding and harvesting to post-production logistics. "Automation should be practical, scalable, and rooted."
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Macfrut 2025 confirms its international vocation
2025-05-08 00:00
Macfrut, the trade show for the fruit and vegetable supply chain, whose 42nd edition is currently taking place in Rimini, once again confirms its international vocation. At the center of the second day, which saw an increase in attendance compared to the opening day but on a smaller scale, there is...
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Apofruit celebrates 65 years of history and innovation: an evening of cooperative pride
2025-05-08 00:00
An evening full of emotions, memories, and visions for the future marked the celebration of the 65th anniversary of Apofruit Italia, which took place on May 6th at Frontemare in Rimini. The event, which was attended by a large number of people, coincided with the opening day of Macfrut and brought together customers, suppliers,
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La Linea Verde invests in innovations in the field.
2025-05-08 00:00
La Linea Verde continues to bet on innovations in the field, relying on technology to meet the production needs and the demand of retailers for an increasingly sustainable product. Focus on plant diseases and combating "foreign bodies".
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Global platform for innovation in the potato industry
2025-05-08 00:00
On April 24, 2025, the SESUR Field Day and Variety Show was held in Seville under perfect weather conditions. More than 150 industry professionals from ten countries attended the event to evaluate approximately 100 new potato varieties from 20 European breeders in a side-by-side comparison. All the varieties were cultivated specifically for this event.
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