Wzrastające taryfy za prąd i niestabilne dostawy energii zwiększają konieczność skupienia się na efektywności energetycznej w operacjach przechowywania warzyw na Ukrainie, zgodnie z informacjami przekazanymi przez branżę podczas konferencji "Rentowne Przedsiębiorstwo Rolnicze do 2026: Strategie. Innowacje. Inwestycje". Andriy Marushchak powiedział: read more

Wysoki koszt energii elektrycznej i niestabilne dostawy prądu sprawiają, że efektywność energetyczna staje się priorytetem przy wyborze urządzeń do przechowywania warzyw w instalacjach w Ukrainie. Taką opinię wyraził Andriy Marushchak, Dyrektor Handlowy Van Dijk Technics, podczas konferencji "OPŁACALNE". read more

The lime market continues to demonstrate its usual volatility, with weather and shipping delays being the main causes of problems. "In theory, we have just passed through the peak season for Sao Paulo state, but weather conditions, like in most parts of the world, are unpredictable, affecting the average quality." read more

"We are helping more and more companies in the fresh produce supply chain, from seed breeding to retailers, alleviate quality concerns. This is what customers are looking for," says Marcel van de Werken from Kiwa Verin. He leads the fruit and vegetable division of the company, which conducts quality inspections alongside. read more

With recent projects at German wholesalers Berger & Tolls and Karl Klees, Airclima is strengthening its international ambitions. The family-run refrigeration company has completed new refrigeration installations and insulation construction there, which, according to Airclima's Kiran Cluckers,… read more

For investors in the food industry, the cold-chain support facilities in the master plan represent an enhancement for Kenya's horticulture sector. This sector exports cut flowers and fresh vegetables to Europe and the United Kingdom. Exports are projected to grow by 4% annually, outpacing imports at 3%, with support from these facilities. read more

Located in Matina, on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, Varcli Pinares is a small-scale family-owned banana company that competes based on quality, sustainability, and brand identity rather than volume. Despite having limited land and funding initially, Varcli developed an integrated model in which read more

The representatives of the potato supply chain in Emilia-Romagna have reached an agreement for the signing of the Framework Contract signed on March 24 between Op Agripat, ApoFruit Italia, and Patfrut, the private commercial operators represented by Fruitimprese (Baschieri Rino s.r.l.; Fuitem). read more

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the increasing oil prices are exerting pressure on the packaging materials market, causing lead times for labels to stretch to four or five weeks in some instances. Nino Venezia, the founder of Dutch Graphic Group based in the Netherlands, stated that the situation is far from ideal. read more

Small business owners have encountered various challenges in recent years, including tariffs, inflation, and rising labor costs. The cost of energy required to operate these businesses has also been increasing. Ben Birney is expanding the Dragonfly Greenhouse on a piece of land in Ledgeview. read more

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LeaderBrand, with funding support from New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries under the Primary Sector Growth Fund, has introduced the latest technology in weed control to its Gisborne farm, revolutionizing the way they farm and manage weeds. read more

Hort Innovation has launched the Japan Australia Horticulture Exchange, a new initiative aimed at enhancing collaboration and knowledge sharing in horticulture between Japan and Australia. read more

Potato growers in Cyprus are facing higher export costs and logistical challenges, as shipping rates are increasing and impacting profit margins, said industry representative Andreas Karyos. "This is affecting us as the expenses related to exporting potatoes have gone up, leading to read more

The new framework contract for fresh potato consumption has been signed, valid for the 2026, 2027, and 2028 campaigns. The agreement involves producer organizations Agripat, ApoFruit Italia, and Patfrut along with private commercial operators represented by Fruitimpresee from various. read more

Fruit exports from Brazil have not been significantly affected by the increasing transportation costs thus far, as most shipments are concentrated in the latter half of the year. According to Abrafrutas, approximately 60% of exports occur between September and December, with mangoes and melons being major contributors. read more

Apple exporters in Europe are currently experiencing logistical challenges when supplying the Gulf region. Longer transit times, increasing freight costs, and disruptions in the supply chain are impacting their operations. Market sources indicate that the extended transit times are causing higher overheads and posing a risk to the quality of the products. read more

In the fresh pasta supply chain, there is no margin for error. The products are perishable, logistical times are tight, and retail sales expectations are unforgiving. It is an industry that rewards precision and punishes inefficiency. read more

CMA CGM has adjusted its Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) starting from March 27, 2026, due to elevated fuel costs associated with geopolitical events in the Near and Middle East. This update comes after Advisory No. 6, which initially implemented the surcharge on March 16 in response to rising fuel prices and Brent crude. read more

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) has introduced a new cyber security course on its acclaimed Garden Retail Online Workshops (GROW) e-learning platform. This course is the 99th addition to GROW, and is available to both GCA members and individuals in the Horticultural Trades industry. read more