The funding is part of the Open Technology Programme of the NWO Domain Applied and Engineering Sciences. In addition, the business sector and other organizations contribute an additional 720,000 euros. read more

FPJ interviews PML Seafrigo CEO Mike Parr about the major challenges facing UK fresh produce logistics, from plant health fees to port delays and government U-turns. Below is Mike's full interview with Fred Searle, editor of the Fresh Produce Journal (FPJ). How big an impact do you expect Defra's read more

The 42nd edition of Macfrut, scheduled at the Rimini Expo Centre from May 6th to 8th, promises to be a grand event with impressive numbers and new features that further establish its role as an international showcase for the fruit and vegetable sector. The event, which has seen a 6% increase in exhibition area, will host... read more

Van Egmond Lisianthus is transitioning to RED Horticulture's dynamic LED lighting solution. With this decision, the company is investing in precision-controlled cultivation technology to further optimize both quality and efficiency in production. The transition to LED lighting will provide optimal cultivation control. read more

Brazil jest trzecim największym producentem owoców na świecie, ale zajmuje tylko 24. miejsce pod względem eksportu, wysyłając zagranicę zaledwie 2–2,5% swojej produkcji. Roczny eksport owoców wynosi około 1 miliona ton, generując około 1,3 miliarda dolarów. Główną przeszkodą dla rozwoju, zdaniem ekspertów branży, jest sytuacja Brazylii. read more

Around ten days ago, farmers in Uzbekistan's southernmost Surkhandarya region, which is renowned for supplying the country's earliest vegetables to local and international markets, began harvesting early winter onions. These onions have already been introduced to markets in Surkhandarya and neighboring areas. read more

Cargo-partner Mexico has expanded its air freight services to improve connectivity between Mexico and key international markets, including Europe and Asia. The company now offers regular air consolidation services from Frankfurt, Hungary, Austria, and most recently, China and Hong Kong. read more

The Egyptian capsicum season is coming to an end, following a period of peak harvests from November to February. Limited quantities can still be exported until July, as stated by Ayman El Sayed, Sales and Export Manager at Fresh Zone. The exporter is providing updates on the progress of the season. read more

Flower Logistics Africa. We are grateful for the opportunity to showcase our packaging concept and share insights on empowering smallholders through consolidation and quality control. read more

Details Flowers Software will be celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 24, 2025. Founded in 2015, Details has revolutionized the way florists and event professionals organize their event businesses, providing tools that enhance efficiency and spark creativity. What started as a small incubator in Daytona Beach has grown significantly over the years. read more

With spring, Marlene's culinary journey arrives directly in stores to inspire consumers with a world of flavors, unexpected pairings, and surprises featuring the Three Michelin Star chef Norbert Niederkofler, known for his commitment to sustainability. read more

The Catalan fruit association Afrucat and the Italian and French apple and pear organizations Assomela and ANPP have warned that EU sustainability rules are jeopardizing Europe's food sovereignty. read more

The Belgium-based company Foodbag delivers meal boxes throughout Belgium every week, priding itself on quality, flexibility, and sustainability. Foodbag sources fresh ingredients from over 100 local suppliers and provides home delivery through its own. read more

The inventory reduction in March is 473 tons lower than the five-year average. The table apple main and premium varieties are expected to last until the end of the managed phase. Consumers can continue to enjoy a wide and high-quality selection of apples. read more

The introduction of additional tariffs risks disrupting global supply chains, driving up prices, and restricting market access for farmers and agricultural cooperatives on both sides of the Atlantic, which could have significant economic consequences for the agricultural sector. read more

The Agroponiente Group held a special event this week to celebrate its B-Corp accreditation, which it received at the end of last year. It is now one of only 200 companies in Spain and 9,400 companies worldwide to have received this sustainability certification. read more

A research team from KU Leuven has developed a new method to genetically modify bananas without adding foreign DNA to the plant. The regulation of CRISPR technology for improving crops is currently being evaluated by the European Council and is expected to be approved. read more

During the Perishable Logistics Africa 2025 conference in Nairobi, Kakuzi PLC's Managing Director, Chris Flowers, emphasized the importance of Kenya's avocado sector diversifying its exports beyond Europe and targeting North America. Flowers highlighted the need for both public and private stakeholders to explore this opportunity. read more

The Economic and Financial Police Unit of the Tax Police in Milan has carried out two urgent precautionary seizures for tax fraud, ordered by the prosecutor Paolo Storari, against Iperal Supermarkets for over 16.5 million euros and Kuehne+Nagel srl, a logistics giant, for nearly 16.5 million. read more

CubeCold, a cold storage and logistics company based in Europe, has announced the appointment of three key executives as part of its ongoing growth and transformation. Dave Moore will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Elizabeth (Liz) Gildea as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and [third executive's name missing]. read more