The new campaign for yellow-fleshed kiwifruit started early, providing excellent quality prospects for Kiwiny and the Breitenberger brothers' farm. The farm operates a completely organic supply chain between the regions of Veneto and Calabria. The fruit is known for its intense aromas, vibrant color, and good-quality traits. read more

Niab has welcomed the entry into force today (13 November) of the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act 2023 for plants in England as a landmark moment for British agriculture and crop science. The new legislation, whose development and implementation spanned five years and a change of administration, aims to streamline the regulatory process for precision breeding technologies and ensure their responsible use. read more

To understand what makes Mercadona so unique in the Spanish distribution landscape, we had no choice but to interview a Spaniard. In our case, not only for nationality, but also for knowledge of the Iberian fruit and vegetable supply chain and - in particular - of Mercadona. After all, who better than Paco. read more

A Technical Scientific Committee of experts and a Macfrut Committee composed of stakeholders and entrepreneurs from the sector. In essence, "knowledge" and "business", the two cornerstones of Macfrut, will have two Committees composed of experts and entrepreneurs from the supply chain in dialogue with the. read more

Lars Jensen, an analyst in the maritime industry and CEO of Vespucci Maritime, has been chosen as the 2026 Person of the Year by the New York/New Jersey Foreign Freight Forwarders and Brokers Association (NYNJFFFBA). The award will be presented at the association's 108th Annual Dinner Gala on February 5th. read more

Syngenta announced that Trefinti nematicide/fungicide, powered by Tymirium technology, has been granted federal registration by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). State registrations are actively being pursued and are anticipated to be available soon. Trefinti will systemically control
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Getting naked, facing each other without filters, looking inside to understand the path to be taken. This is the spirit that animated the second SAF Symposium - Spettacoli alla Frutta, held on November 11 and 12 in Val di Non, the land of Melinda apples. read more

The horticultural lighting protocols are developed to establish a common language for greenhouse equipment, especially dimmable LED lighting and climate computers, allowing them to communicate seamlessly in a plug-and-play fashion. This standardization of communication streamlines processes, lowers implementation expenses, and aids growers in optimizing their operations. read more

UC Agriculture and Natural Resources' innovation unit, UC ANR Innovate, in collaboration with Farmhand Ventures, has chosen six agricultural technology companies for the upcoming cycle of VINE Connect, a statewide commercialization program designed to assist ag tech firms in testing and advancing their innovations. read more

A new variety of spinach officially enters the scene and promises to conquer producers and markets: it's called Barbuda and it's signed by Seminis by Bayer. It is born to meet the needs of the fresh market with a mix of yield, aesthetic quality, and field reliability. Designed for the read more

Rain has brought the walnut harvest in California to a halt. The majority of nuts were harvested on time before last week's heavy rainfall. "We are very pleased with the quality this year," says Bill Carriere of Carriere Family Farms. The first 30 percent of the crop was harvested before the rain. read more

TSW 2026, the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Fair, will be held at Targi Kielce on January 23 and 24, 2026. Organizers anticipate the participation of over 500 exhibitors from approximately 20 countries. The fair will feature technologies, machinery, plant protection products, fertilizers, and more. read more

Eimskip reported third-quarter 2025 results below expectations, with lower freight rates and one-off costs affecting performance despite steady volumes and cost control in parts of the business. Revenue for the quarter was EUR 204.7 million (about US$219 million), a 6.5 per cent decline from the prior quarter. read more

The reusable packaging solutions leader Ifco has announced the launch of Ifco Digital, which includes its new Tracking-as-a-Service (TaaS) solution. read more

Elifab Solutions, a specialist in sorting and grading machinery, has announced a global agreement with the California-based berry brand Fruitist. read more

Organic fresh produce specialist Eosta has become the first European supplier to successfully import Ataulfo mangoes from Peru by sea, thanks to grower innovation and a new approach to transportation that has reduced shipping time. read more

The establishment of the Insimbi Ridge cargo facility in Cato Ridge, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, is considered a significant development for South Africa's northern citrus export corridor. This corridor offers access to the Port of Durban export terminal. read more

Ezhou Huahu International Airport in China's Hubei province has experienced a substantial increase in airfreight shipments in 2025, with its strategic location playing a key role in facilitating the trade of fresh produce. read more

Enhancing the value of an exceptional product, such as the mountain cherry, through collaboration in the supply chain between two well-established agricultural cooperatives benefits all members. This is the goal of the agreement announced by the Melinda Consortium and the Val Venosta. read more

1-800-FLOWERS.COM is now available on DoorDash, allowing customers to order floral arrangements and gifts directly through the DoorDash app. The partnership comes at a perfect time for the holiday shopping season, expanding DoorDash's retail and gifting options with convenient ordering and delivery. read more