On Wednesday, the 9th, the scheduled massive event where a repeat attendance of between 300 and 400 entrepreneurs and researchers is expected has reached the status of a congress and its competition. read more

In a recent development, dockworkers in the United States, represented by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), concluded their strike along the East and Gulf Coasts after reaching a "tentative agreement" with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The work stoppage, which had led to disruptions in port operations, has now ended. read more

The online course 'Foundation in Sustainable Floristry' is designed to provide florists with the necessary tools to integrate sustainability into their design and business practices. The Sustainable Floristry Network (SFN) created this course as part of its mission to revolutionize the floristry industry through education. read more

With our recent integration into the Orisha business group, we reinforce our commitment to remain at the forefront of the Smart Agro sector, providing advanced technological solutions for the agro-industry. read more

Russian Railways (RZD) has announced the extension of a 50% discount on the transportation of fruit and vegetable products from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan for the year 2025. This initiative aims to support the export of fruits and vegetables to Russia, which remains the primary market for Uzbekistan. read more

Fruit Attraction, organized by Ifema Madrid and Fepex, celebrates a new edition from October 8th to 10th, an international event now in its 16th year under the motto "Discover the essence of the sector." The Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives of Murcia

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In a recent development, dockworkers in the United States, represented by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), concluded their strike along the East and Gulf Coasts after reaching a "tentative agreement" with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The work stoppage, which had led to disruptions in port operations, has now come to an end. read more

In Australia, bananas are a staple in over 90% of households, with Premier Fresh Australia annually supplying ALDI with 8.5 million kilograms of Cavendish bananas. Premier Fresh Australia, located in Tropical Far North Queensland, owns 517 acres of banana farming land in the Innisfail area. read more

Sakata America Holding Company, a subsidiary of Sakata Seed Corporation, is pleased to announce the opening of its new headquarters, the Sakata Woodland Innovation Center. This facility, situated on 219 acres of agricultural land in Yolo County, California, represents a major milestone in our dedication to. read more

East Japan Railway Co. (JR East) is considering the idea of introducing a dedicated Shinkansen car for freight transportation, which would be a departure from the current practice of mixing passenger and freight services. The new car would not have seats in order to optimize cargo capacity. read more

Rescina Service, a company from Apulia that designs and assembles weighers, is preparing to introduce a tabletop version of the Karmen model. "In the last three years, we have sold hundreds of this model, which is utilized for packaging directly at the harvest, particularly in vineyards. This weighing solution is..." read more

Marketing of fresh Egyptian-origin Barhi dates has been in full swing for the past two weeks. "The season started a bit earlier than usual this year, and we have already completed several air freight shipments. Air freight costs two euros more per package than sea freight. However, with a focus on quality and freshness, customers are willing to pay the premium." read more

Lettuce cultivation is constantly evolving, driven by technological advances and the growing demand for sustainable and efficient farming methods. Traditional outdoor cultivation is facing increasing challenges, and innovative new methods such as hydroponics are becoming more prominent. read more

T. Karbanovich, the deputy director of crop production in Belarus, presented data on the country's agricultural storage capacity. Belarus has specialized storage facilities that can hold over 1 million tons of produce, including potato storage for 719,700 tons and vegetable storage for 180,900 tons. read more

During the last GreenTech edition, Heliospectra launched a new 1500-watt lighting fixture specifically designed for professional greenhouse farming. The company has taken a step forward in energy efficiency and light management with the Mitra X series, stated Joost van Rooij, sales manager at Heliospectra. read more

Expansion works are underway at the Altedo plant, and the renovation of the Apofruit warehouse for processing fruit and vegetable products will be completed within a few weeks. This is a particularly important project for the cooperative, which required a significant investment. read more

Sakata America Holding Company, a subsidiary of Sakata Seed Corporation, is pleased to announce the opening of its new headquarters, the Sakata Woodland Innovation Center. Situated on 219 acres of agricultural land in Yolo County, California, this facility represents a major milestone in the company's growth. read more

Tosca, a company specialized in reusable packaging solutions, has published the 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the significant progress made during 2023. "At Tosca, sustainability is an integral part of our DNA," said CEO Eric Frank. read more

Janssen PMP and Fresh Inset have partnered to exclusively commercialize Fresh Inset’s Vidre+ technology in Europe. read more

After the acquisition of Bio On by Maip Group last year, Zeropack, the sustainable packaging company in which Bio On and Rivoira Group each hold a 50 percent stake, is returning to the market with a reinforced strategy that emphasizes innovation and sustainability. read more