Growers and shippers are expressing serious concerns about the 25 percent tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump on goods imported from Mexico and Canada. The tariffs were announced on Saturday but were suspended yesterday for a 30-day period. "The growers and consumers- both ends of the supply chain- are feeling the impact." read more

Foodcareplus, a company specializing in integrated international market access and logistics services for the fresh produce and food industry, and Heuer Logistics, a German logistics company, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving the availability of food products from around the world. read more

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The National Garden Bureau (NGB) is reminding everyone to register now for the highly anticipated California Spring Trials (CAST) 2025. This event, which will be held from March 25-29 at various locations throughout California, provides industry professionals with a sneak peek into the future of horticulture, featuring the latest trends and innovations. read more

Peru is once again experiencing a difficult ginger season, similar to last year. Crop yields are decreasing, and quality issues are impacting the supply. Two diseases, Erwinia and Ralstonia, have been significant factors in this season, causing quality defects upon arrival. These issues are recurring problems for the ginger industry in Peru. read more

Today is celebrated the World Soup Day, a fast-growing segment where Pedon stands out with its I Pronti line. The latest offering launched is the Italian Tomato and Spelt Soup. read more

Primever Holland is planning to enhance its logistics services by utilizing its depot in Belgium. Henk van Berkel stated, "We will establish a delivery route from Westland, Bleiswijk, Waddinxveen, Ridderkerk, Barendrecht, and Venlo to cover most parts of France on a point-to-point basis." They have recently launched this initiative. read more

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has launched iReefer, which has been described as "the most advanced container monitoring system for reefer cargo". read more

At the same time, the company emphasizes its social and ecological commitment, aiming to sustainably improve the quality of life in its cultivation regions. read more

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has announced the acquisition of all shares in HPL Apollo, its perishable logistics joint venture previously co-owned with Mercury Aviation. read more

Importers in North America are "concerned" about the potential impact of US President Donald Trump's 25 percent tariffs on all imported products from Canada and Mexico on fruit and vegetable prices, consumer health, and the long-term sustainability of the region's fresh produce. read more

The FarmRoad Irrigation Module helps farmers to more effectively control the efficiency and sustainability of their water usage. The AI-powered irrigation forecast dashboards combine local climate data with advanced water demand models to provide integrated insights. read more

With a strong commitment to sustainability, Fyffes continues to enable more people to access healthy food and works closely with partners to reduce food waste. The long-standing commitment to the well-being of the communities in which Fyffes operates. read more

Around 340 ships will be gradually integrated into the joint maritime transportation network of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd. The first departures are scheduled for February 1st, with additional ships transitioning to the new schedules over time. read more

By automating image analysis with affordable off-the-shelf cameras, Croptimus™ helps farmers reduce costs, minimize crop losses, and optimize resource usage - leading to smarter, more sustainable agriculture. read more

"Demand in the onion market has drastically decreased since last week, leading to substantial price pressure. We require weekly exports of 20,000 tons to clear out all the onions. The looming question is how the market will react. Eventually, supply and demand will reach an equilibrium. It is still primarily an onion market." read more

Ekstremalne warunki pogodowe spowodowane zmianami klimatycznymi oznaczają, że zarówno rolnicy organiczni, jak i konwencjonalni na całym świecie nie mogą już polegać na dotychczasowych wynikach. Te wahania pogody wpływają na jakość plonów, ilość dostaw i ciągłość produkcji. W rezultacie rośnie znaczenie jakości chłodnictwa i read more

Nowadays, the supply chain can be quite unpredictable, with unforeseen delays and disruptions in the cold chain that traditional shipping and packaging methods often cannot handle. Breatheway®, Hazel Technologies' Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) platform, offers packaging solutions for various situations. read more

Developing an award-winning calibrachoa variety like Danziger's Lia™ Abstract Lemon Cherry Calibrachoa requires a combination of breeding innovations and a deep understanding of plant genetics. Ori Danziger, the breeder behind Lia Abstract, emphasized the importance of looking into various traits such as color, bloom size, vigor, and disease resistance to create a variety that stands out. Through careful selection and hybridization processes, breeders can develop new varieties that offer unique characteristics and benefits to growers. The recent recognition of Lia Abstract Lemon Cherry Calibrachoa with the National Garden Bureau's Green Thumb Award highlights the success of these efforts in providing high-quality plants for the horticultural industry. read more

Packinghouses and cooperatives around the world are facing a growing need to improve efficiency, enhance quality control, and streamline operations to handle various fruit varieties and meet strict retailer standards. Biometic is tackling these challenges with AI-powered solutions for packinghouses. read more