The 41st International Plant Fair (IPM) officially opened yesterday and welcomes trade visitors from all over the world to Messe Essen. Until Friday, more than 1,400 exhibitors from around 50 countries will be showcasing their products from the fields of plants, technology, floristry, and garden. read more

Regulation (EU) 2025/40 on packaging and packaging waste, published in the Official Journal of the EU last Wednesday, introduces the expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to commercial and industrial packaging. This new requirement now applies to producers and sellers operating within the Community. read more

Elliott Absorbent Products launched the 'Echo' fruit pad in October last year. The pad not only extends the shelf life of berries by up to 12 hours, but can also be recycled or composted by the consumer. The Echo pads are 100% plastic-free and utilize the Tensei second harvest technology. read more

From February 5th to 7th, ILIP will be a leading presence at Fruit Logistica 2025 - the main international trade fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector - at Hall 5.2, stand D-51, showcasing the best packaging solutions designed to ensure the protection of the most delicate products. read more

The winners of the 'IPM Novelty Showcase' competition, organized by the ZVG, were announced yesterday on the opening day of the IPM Essen trade fair. A total of 33 exhibitors from eleven countries presented 55 plant innovations leading up to the event. Seven new varieties were recognized with awards. read more

As a trade visitor, you can benefit from guided trade visitor tours that will take you to the stands of the FLIA Technology nominees. There, you can experience the innovations firsthand. read more

"We appreciate the close collaboration with Rijk Zwaan and UNICA to bring this pepper to our shelves," says Boyd Muijs, Vice President of Fresh Purchasing International at Lidl. Innovation and collaboration are just two reasons why Andrea and Boyd are so excited about it." read more

The president of Germany's top fresh produce association has urged the country's new federal government to implement business-friendly policies aimed at lowering energy costs, promoting investment in new technology, and fostering agricultural growth. read more

The Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA)’s 28th European Cold Chain Conference, scheduled for 26-28 March 2025 in Denmark, will delve into the implications for Europe’s temperature-controlled logistics businesses stemming from shifts in trade policy landscapes and macro trends. read more

New Covent Garden wholesaler Bevington Salads has launched En Route Fruit as a separate division that will provide direct delivery services to clients outside the market. read more

These avocados are grown using rainwater in regions where the natural conditions are ideal. They help solve the problem of water scarcity and make artificial fertilizers and pesticides unnecessary. A wise choice for a healthier planet. read more

Chile has nearly doubled its cherry exports to India in the 2024/25 season. With the recent arrival of several sea freight containers, export volumes have surged from 367 tonnes in 2023/24 to 708 tonnes in 2024/25 to date, according to the Chilean Cherry Committee of Frutas de Chile. read more

Artificial intelligence is taking a step forward in the food industry thanks to an electronic "tongue" capable of identifying flavors, freshness, and safety of products with an accuracy exceeding 80%, as reported by key4biz.it. In just one minute, this innovative technology can read more

The Suez Canal is preparing to return to full capacity after a particularly difficult 2024, marked by a drastic 51% drop in maritime traffic due to geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea. The announcement comes directly from a meeting between Osama Rabie, president of the Suez Canal Authority, and... read more

Po wcześniejszym wprowadzeniu czterech odmian dziewuszka przez Blooming Innovations, firma wprowadza teraz również ciętą hortensję, którą wyhodowano wewnętrznie. „Blady różowy HydraBloom Pink Progress nie tylko zachwyca wzrokiem, ale wyróżnia się szczególnie dzięki swojemu długiemu okresowi trwania w wazonie. read more

The global agricultural sector is under increasing pressure to balance productivity with sustainability. A collaboration between Spanish fruit exporter El Ciruelo and packaging company Plasgad offers a practical example of how thoughtful solutions can address these challenges. El Ciruelo, known read more

From February 5th to 7th, ILIP will be a protagonist at Fruit Logistica 2025 - the leading international trade fair dedicated to the horticultural sector - at hall 5.2, stand D-51, with. read more

What if, at the end of the lifespan of your grow bags, the polymer packaging could be thrown into the landfill and biodegraded? That's something that the industry has been working on, and although complete degradation is not yet possible, recent advancements in packaging technology have made it possible to combine coir with biodegradable polymers. read more

Considering sustainability and the new EU PPWR legislation, Modiform has expanded its range of transport trays. Recently, Modiform filed a patent for a new multiple-use transport tray system. This solution minimizes disruption to existing processes and is simple in logistics. read more

Optiflux's algorithm-based software, Quality Insights, can provide insight into the size and blush of an entire cold store of apples based on a few photos. This software can predict how a batch of apples will maintain their quality in storage for up to 200 days at harvest time. read more