In the world of agriculture, there is often discussion about sustainability, soil stewardship, and reducing chemical inputs. One method to eliminate the use of herbicides, improve soil structure, and enhance moisture retention capacity is through continuous inter-row tilling. read more

Orsero strengthens its position in the Canarian banana supply chain thanks to an agreement signed between Hermanos Fernández Lopez ("Fernández") - a Spanish company within the Group and the second national operator in terms of turnover in the distribution of fresh fruit and vegetable products - and the. read more

The Russian federal service, Rosselkhoznadzor, will conduct an audit of Ecuador's banana certification system in April. This decision follows negotiations between Rosselkhoznadzor representatives and Ecuador's Agency for Agricultural Product Quality Control (Agrocalidad), part of the Ministry of… read more

The post-harvest phase is becoming more crucial in achieving environmental sustainability goals by reducing the electricity consumption in processing and packaging fruits and vegetables. An excellent illustration is the Italian company Fonteverde, which has recently set up a 1-megawatt system. read more

On April 2, Rijk Zwaan, in collaboration with Coexphal and Grupo Cajamar, will be hosting the second edition of the TOMEET Congress, a key event for the tomato industry in southern Europe. The congress will be held at the Cajamar headquarters in the Science and Technology Park of Almeria (PITA). read more

The China-Laos Railway has become a crucial connection for fruit and vegetable trade between China and Southeast Asia, greatly boosting regional agricultural exports and imports. Since its inauguration in December 2021, the railway has transported over 56 million tons of freight, with 13 million tons specifically involving agricultural products. read more

Already in 2019, the Fruit and Vegetable Monitor of Agroter reported that, according to purchasing managers from the main European countries, the food sector that had made the most concrete progress in terms of sustainability was the fruit and vegetable sector. In fact, even though somewhat read more

This week, prices of certain fruit varieties have increased due to lower arrivals, specifically apples and plums. Additionally, as the Qingming Festival is approaching, demand for fruits like grapes and blueberries has risen, leading to quicker sales. The supply of New Zealand apples has also decreased. read more

Orsero S.p.A. ("Orsero"), a leader in the Mediterranean Europe for the import and distribution of fresh fruit and vegetable products, is solidifying its position in the Canary Banana supply chain through a significant agreement signed with Hermanos Fernández Lopez ("Fernández") company. read more

In the global flower trade, quality and freshness are crucial. Roses travel long distances from farms to markets, and without proper temperature control, they can wilt, lose their vibrancy, and have a shorter vase life by the time they reach the final consumer. For bulk buyers, wholesalers, and... read more

Since the 1980s, Morocco's horticulture value chain has expanded, impacting employment and the trade balance. The sector has created jobs in agricultural production and related services such as logistics and processing. Challenges such as climate change, quality standards, and foreign competition have also emerged. read more

Orsero, a Mediterranean European company engaged in the import and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables, has signed a new agreement to enhance its position in the Canarian plantain supply chain. The agreement was reached with Hermanos Fernández Lopez ("Fernández"), Orsero's Spanish partner. read more

The beloved high-quality pear, previously named PiqaBoo®, now has a gorgeous new appearance and a new name: PIQA® Red. PIQA Red is being introduced to the Chinese market for the 2025 season. Cultivated in New Zealand, PIQA Red is a distinct interspecific pear variety developed through more than 20 years of innovation. read more

As flower orders increase before Mother's Day, global digital payments company Checkout.com is assisting Interflora in providing efficient payment solutions on a large scale. Through this partnership, Interflora has achieved a 95.4% net acceptance rate across its European markets, the highest they have ever experienced, thus aiding in the efficient delivery of orders. read more

The Global Coalition of Fresh Produce has released a new report examining international fruit and vegetable supply chains and their influence on pricing. read more

As part of its ongoing efforts to respond to the evolving needs of the reefer market, Dole Fresh Fruit Co has decided to enhance its fleet by incorporating Maersk Container Industry's Star Cool 1.1, which was introduced in September 2024, in order to improve operational efficiency and sustainability. read more

The shipping company Hapag-Lloyd has released its annual report for 2024 and shared its financial outlook for the current year. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has announced that Natalie Dyenson, the chief food safety and regulatory officer, will be leaving the organization for a new position. read more

Implementing this in practice is a challenge, says Femke Meulman, a researcher in the field of transition and innovation: "Agricultural entrepreneurs experience that many laws and regulations target individual and sectoral business processes, with the read more

Thus, the share of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany utilizing AI remains above the EU average, but significantly below the proportion of comparable companies in Denmark (26%), Sweden (24%), or Belgium (23%). Additionally, in Germany, the gap between SMEs and the rest is widening. read more