Renewed tensions in the Middle East, connected to U.S. operations that facilitate vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz, are still impacting container and air cargo markets. However, the freight effects are currently not as severe as those observed during previous global disruptions. According to the report, U.S. operations are ongoing. read more

DP World and Al Dahra Holding, an agribusiness headquartered in Abu Dhabi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities aimed at strengthening food security and agri-logistics capabilities across the GCC and international markets. The agreement comes as the UAE imports. read more

Since China Cosco Shipping Corp took over operations at Piraeus Port in Greece ten years ago, the port has increased container throughput, expanded infrastructure, and introduced digital operating systems. In 2016, annual container throughput at the port was around 680,000 TEUs, ranking 93rd. read more

The basket of Italian products, those with brands and flags that recall national origin, continues to be at the top of shopping cart choices, representing almost 30% of the agri-food products on the shelves. This trend is driven by citizens' attention to the. read more

A full basket and significant pricing pressure throughout the supply chain characterized the beginning of the new apricot season in the Peloponnese, the southernmost and earliest cultivation region for this fruit in Greece. Mr. Grigoris Papoutsis, owner of the company Alfa, was at the center of this scene. read more

Zaufanie konsumentów do europejskiego systemu żywnościowego powraca, ale nadal jest kruche — sektor świeżych produktów spożywczych i ogrodnictwa stanowi serce tego wyzwania. Nowy raport EIT Food, The State of Trust in Europe's Food System, ujawnia, że mniej niż połowa Europejczyków czuje się pewnie w. read more

Kuehne+Nagel and Hapag-Lloyd are expanding their long-standing partnership and, for the first time, collaborating on emission-reduced ocean transport solutions. As part of the agreement, Kuehne+Nagel will use Hapag-Lloyd's "Ship Green" product to reduce the carbon footprint of its ocean freight. read more

The Interprofessional Organization for Industrial Tomato in Northern Italy, which monitored payments related to tomatoes among the operators in the tomato supply chain in Northern Italy during the 2025 campaign, reports that all payments have been completed regularly and on time. read more

Ensuring consistent quality for twelve months a year is one of the main challenges for the apple industry. VIP Val Venosta addresses this need by combining agricultural expertise with targeted investments in selection technologies, automation, and advanced preservation. This strategy ensures read more

The IV Gamma segment is trying to change pace. After years marked by cost pressures, promotional pressure, compressed margins, and loss of trust from a portion of consumers, the sector chooses the path of organized aggregation. This is the essence of the AOP presentation. read more

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The durian industry in Penang has improved its traceability systems by introducing new digital authentication measures to combat counterfeiting. read more

Market conditions across North America are stabilizing, although operational pressures continue to affect ocean freight, air cargo, inland transport, and customs operations, as reported by Maersk. Global container demand increased by 3% to 5% year-on-year in the first quarter. read more

The National Food Safety Authority reported that from May 2 to 8, a total of 3,812 food consignments, totaling 230,000 tons, were exported by 1,480 companies, covering around 760 different food products. According to the authority's 17th weekly report for 2026, 39 types of fruits were exported. read more

As the fresh produce industry deals with unpredictable weather and continuous supply chain disruptions, BrightFarms is taking advantage of National Salad Month to showcase the resilience of its model: regional, high-tech greenhouses that address these challenges and provide top-quality salads to customers across the country. read more

The European packaging paper market saw price hikes in April 2026 due to rising costs of raw materials, energy, and logistics. Sappi Europe announced price increases ranging from €50-70 (US$57-80) per ton, with an additional €65 (US$74) per ton increase from mid-April. read more

KQ Cargo has introduced seven weekly flights between Amsterdam and Nairobi, Kenya, in order to enhance flexibility and bolster cargo links to Africa. The updated schedule aims to place cargo in closer proximity to major African markets via Nairobi, facilitating quicker and smoother connections. read more

The Flemish government has been exploring the possibilities and challenges related to the use of drones in agriculture and horticulture. The subject was brought up in the Flemish Parliament, where members engaged in a discussion with Flemish Agriculture Minister Brouns in response to questions from cd&v. read more

"Attributing the responsibility for the increase in vegetable prices to the gardeners means only reading the last step of the supply chain, ignoring the sudden rise in costs that agricultural companies are facing in the fields, packaging, and logistics." This is stated by Matteo. read more

Fresh Direct has released its Summer 2026 Market Review, which highlights the supply chain challenges impacting the fresh produce industry. These challenges include weather disruptions, rising logistics costs, labor shortages, and geopolitical instability. The report notes that weather-related events are still impacting the growing season. read more