Pindstrup Mosebrug A/S is expanding its operations through the acquisition of the family-owned company Compaqpeat. This acquisition will increase Pindstrup's production capacity, enabling the company to meet the growing demand and enhance its market position. The investment also presents clear synergies for. read more

South India's demand for imported apples and citrus fruits is robust and increasing, according to a local importer who has transitioned from trial shipments to a more structured supply chain. Yousuf Ajmal, the Executive Director of the fresh produce importing company Nettoor Agro, located in Kerala, stated, "Last year, we started..." read more

W globalnym scenariuszu zdominowanym przez konkurencję, zmiany klimatyczne i presję na marże zysku, badania nad nową genetyką odmian roślin przestały być opcją, stając się wymogiem. Firmy, takie jak La Canastita, mające ponad 125-letnią historię rodzinną, zdecydowały się rozwijać własną. read more

The World Citrus Organization (WCO) has expressed strong concerns about a growing trend among retail outlets: imposing arbitrary standards in their food safety specifications, as reported by fruitnet.com. According to the... read more

The Dutch family business from Westland is considered a pioneer in taste, sustainability, and innovation with over 80 varieties of cresses, edible flowers, and specialties. In the interview, Katja Kamp provides insights on how retailers and food service businesses can benefit from the versatility. read more

Enza Zaden presented two of its most innovative brands at last week's Fruit Attraction: Tribelli Seedless, the seedless mini sweet cone peppers; and easyQs, the super crunchy mini cucumber. read more

A comprehensive review of agricultural, tax, health, environmental, and education policies in the European Union is urgently needed. While fruit and vegetable consumption remains far below recommendations for health and sustainability, efforts to strengthen it are crucial. read more

The harvest quantity in 2025 is 4,450 tons lower than the previous year's value of 14,177 tons. The harvest is largely completed in all regions. The estimated harvest for 2025 was already at 13,698 tons and the existing inventory levels at the end of September indicate that the targeted final inventory level of... read more

During this year's Seed Meets Technology event, Van den Berg Klimaattechniek presented a new seed drying chamber that also offers heat treatment to address fungal infections. Co-owner Stephen Geenen emphasized that the process is entirely natural and does not involve the use of chemicals. The technology was developed in... read more

Plus Berries, a family-owned company in the berry sector, participated in Fruit Attraction in Madrid, where it presented its new high-quality berries as part of its "More than Berries" philosophy. This approach highlights the company's dedication to sustainability, innovation, and providing high-quality products. read more

The James Hutton Institute has received a £3 million investment from Scottish Enterprise to support the establishment of a high-throughput phenotyping facility at its Crop Innovation Centre in Invergowrie. The new platform is part of the Advanced Plant Growth Centre (APGC) and aims to. read more

The 21st Walnut Day, an iconic event of New Factor SpA, shines a spotlight on the Romagna Walnut supply chain, a local excellence and a symbol of sustainability. The backdrop for the event is the walnut groves of the San Martino Agricultural Company in Forlì, transformed for a day into a. read more

Nova Siri Genetics, a research and innovation company specializing in strawberry and small fruit varieties, presented new strawberry selections, NSG142, NSG48, and NSG161, at Fruit Attraction. The importance of the tests... read more

Starting November 1, Ekko Vermeulen will assume the position of Managing Director at Van Krimpen, a company that has been providing top-quality plastic horticultural products for over 40 years. Their wide range of products, developed through in-house innovation, includes items like growing pots,… read more

"Connecting to create more value" is the slogan with which BASF is participating in Fruit Attraction in Madrid from September 30th to October 2nd, inviting industry professionals to "connect" to create value along the entire agri-food supply chain. But that's not all. read more

Iberflora, the International Fair of Plants, Flowers, Landscaping, Technology, and Garden DIY, is advancing with its internationalization strategy to strengthen its position as one of the leading events in Europe for the green sector. From October 14 to 16, at Feria Valencia, the fair will continue. read more

On Friday afternoon, "The ConversAItion - Dialogues on Agriculture and Innovation" event took place at the MADE Competence Center in Milan. The event was organized by Syngenta as part of Milan Digital Week 2025, of which the company is an official partner. The initiative represented... read more

At the Fields of Innovations, during the open days at Syngenta, the company showcased not only enhanced varieties with improved disease resistance and labor efficiency, but also introduced several unique new vegetables: the bright white sweetcorn called Glacial, the vibrant orange Tangeline, and a broccoli variety with a... read more

Fyffes was praised for its continuous efforts towards environmental sustainability at the FPC Fresh Awards gala ceremony, which took place in London recently. read more

The foodservice supplier Fresh Direct has won the Motor Transport Livery of the Year Award for their new van liveries featuring vegetable-based slogans. These designs were created to highlight the wide range of products, national distribution, and dependable delivery service provided by the company. read more