The export of fruit and vegetables to the Caribbean is facing significant challenges, including uncertainties in sea freight and price fluctuations. A major logistical issue is the frequent last-minute cancellation of shipments by shipping companies, which disrupts trade stability. As a result, some companies have opted to send their products to other markets. read more

Royal FloraHolland (RFH), Plantion, and Veiling Rhein-Maas (VRM) have collectively agreed to discontinue the use of the Electronic Delivery Note (EAB) by 2025 and transition all deliveries for auction and direct trade to be processed through Floriday. This move is aimed at improving trading possibilities for both growers and buyers, ultimately benefiting them. read more

On March 1, 2025, the Senior Court of Yunnan Province ruled in favor of Selecta Flowers Technology Hangzhou Co., Ltd. (Selecta one China) in a trademark infringement case against Songming Songyang Hongyang Flower Plantation. The court found that Hongyang Plantation used Selecta's registered trademark without authorization. read more

"In the case of marigolds, the implementation of this affordable technology led to a 21% enhancement in bud and flower growth," stated Roy Weller from Aquapulse water technology. Aquapulse is an irrigation technology that utilizes nano and micro bubble systems to alter water properties. What distinguishes it is its capacity to read more

"In the case of marigolds, the utilization of this affordable technology led to a 21% boost in bud and flower growth," stated Roy Weller from Aquapulse water technology, which is an irrigation system that utilizes nano and micro bubble systems to alter water characteristics. What distinguishes it is its capability to read more

The food technology manufacturer KRONEN GmbH reported a revenue of €21.0 million in the 2024 business year, showing a 6% increase compared to the previous year. Despite facing broader economic challenges, the company is maintaining its growth momentum, driven by international sales in around 120 countries. read more

At the XIII International Blueberry Conference, the latest model of the Kubota XTA series sprayer, the 2115 model, was presented. This device, which has not been available on berry plantations before, has sparked great interest among growers thanks to its innovative features. read more

There are six of us, all highly qualified in the field of nutrition, food technology, and food microbiology, aware, with data in hand, that "health comes from eating," as explained in the event's slogan. We are the scientific experts who will support the well-known testimonials. read more

On March 1, 2025, the Senior Court of Yunnan Province ruled in favor of Selecta Flowers Technology Hangzhou Co., Ltd. (Selecta one China) in a trademark infringement case against Songming Songyang Hongyang Flower Plantation. The court found that Hongyang Plantation used Selecta's registered trademark without authorization. read more

With immediate effect, MPS is introducing MPS-Compact, a new certification standard specifically tailored for small-scale growers. This certification provides growers with an annual turnover of up to €250,000 a simple solution to fulfill the market's 100% sustainability certification requirement. read more

On Monday, March 17, Aad Verduijn gave his last tour of the World Horti Center. Aad, who has worked as a "HortiXpert" for more than seven years, conducted approximately 300 tours of the horticultural sector's knowledge and innovation center during that time. It was a great opportunity for him. read more

On the occasion of World Water Day, celebrated every March 22nd, the potato supply chain emphasizes the fundamental role for water conservation. So much so that the European Union has decided to promote it through the Potatoes Forever! project, which aims to inform the final consumer about. read more

The theme of a Logistics Hub session that took place on the opening day of Fruit Logistica in Berlin was the potential of fresh produce from North Africa. read more

The KRONEN GmbH focuses on internationality, innovation, and a values-based corporate culture. Additionally, the company, headquartered in Kehl-Goldscheuer and Achern, honored long-serving employees once again and has been supporting the training of young talent in-house for over 25 years. read more

Even the sugar and watermelon sector is deeply concerned. On a positive note, water reserves have increased by five percentage points compared to February, reaching 65.8% of total capacity. And they will continue to rise, as additional precipitation is forecasted for this week (week 12). read more

The Germany-based company Strauss is known for its innovative approach in the field of asparagus technology and is seen as a strategic expansion for Maf Roda, allowing the company to diversify its offerings. read more

The leading produce handler, Seeka Limited, is currently testing the Electrostack, a robotic stacker prototype, at their KKP packhouse. Designed and engineered by Sean Carey, an Automation Engineer at Electrodip, the Electrostack can stack 8 boxes per minute, providing labor, time, and cost benefits. read more

Royal FloraHolland has secured its first Sustainability Linked Loan, where the interest rate is tied to meeting sustainability targets. This marks a significant achievement for the cooperative and forms part of the €210 million refinancing deal finalized last summer. read more

The main shipping companies that have reported their financial results so far have recorded a total 2024-FY EBIT of USD 27.3 billion. This is a significant decrease compared to the combined EBIT of nearly USD 200 billion for 2021 and 2022 from the same group of shipping companies. read more

The Educational Tour organized by the Consortium of the Ispica IGP New Carrot kicked off yesterday, an event dedicated to the discovery of this excellent Italian fruit and vegetable product. The tour, which includes visits to fields, warehouses, and the local area, has allowed participants to learn more about it up close. read more