Rijk Zwaan is excited to invite attendees of Fruit Logistica to visit its booth (Hall 1.2, Stand D-13) to discover how innovation can enhance mutual success in the fresh produce industry. To facilitate more knowledge exchange during Fruit Logistica, experts from the fruit and read more

LEAF has introduced three new initiatives aimed at speeding up the shift towards more sustainable farming, focusing on education, skills, and data-driven innovation. read more

Fiordelisi, an Italian company that is a leader in the production of sun-dried vegetables and semi-dried seeds, has strengthened the efficiency and sustainability of its logistics operations through a partnership with Tosca, a global leader in reusable plastic packaging solutions. read more

Intesa Sanpaolo, through the Agribusiness Department, has supported Spreafico Francesco & F.lli with a 12 million euro financing, guaranteed by Sace, to aid their development plans in Italy and abroad. Modern infrastructure, digitalization, sustainability: a comprehensive plan. read more

In 2026, Fruit Logistica will launch a clear signal of innovation: the New Product Showcases, a new format that will showcase a selection of innovative products, will debut at the fair. In a central and well-organized area, the leading trade show in the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

As a catering wholesaler, when all restaurants and other foodservice outlets are closed, one option is to adapt by offering home delivery to private customers. This was the strategy that Groothandel Claessens decided to pursue during the coronavirus pandemic to expand their operations. read more

MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) will be participating in Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin. The shipping line will be located in Hall 26, Stand E10, where its global reefer team will present container technologies and digital systems used for transporting fresh produce. The focus of the event will be on showcasing the latest advancements in refrigerated container transportation. read more

Quality, sustainability, varietal innovation. With these fundamental principles, Apofruit Italia will participate in Fruit Logistica 2026 (Hall 2.2, booth A-40) with a wide range of products 100% made in Italy. An important novelty will be the Italian avocado project, currently in progress. read more

In recent years, Fruity Pack has experienced significant growth by concentrating on its specialization in convenience products. To further support this ongoing growth, Fruity Pack will be expanding its Rotterdam facility this year by about one-third of its current capacity, while also maintaining the existing infrastructure. read more

Tomra Food will showcase new optical sorting advancements at Fruit Logistica Berlin 2026, featuring a new blueberry optical grader and demonstrations of its LUCAi™ deep learning technology applied to various types of produce. The company intends to exhibit these solutions in action at its booth. read more

With the new Pina Royal, HEPRO GmbH is introducing the next generation of its self-service pineapple peeling machine for the first time at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The machine will be showcased to industry professionals at the trade fair, representing another advancement in its development. read more

The volumes of temperature-sensitive, or reefer, exports from South Africa have been steadily increasing over the past five years, as reported by the shipping company Mediterranean Shipping Company. The primary growth has been driven by exports to Europe, particularly due to products like citrus, table grapes, apples, and pears. read more

Greenhouse upgrades and structural assessments are becoming increasingly important in the Netherlands as growers are adding a second, third, or even fourth screen to their greenhouse. Others are switching crops, moving to gutter-based growing systems, or introducing artificial lighting. read more

"The citrus market is facing irregular availability caused by delays in shipping vessels, with notable differences in quality," says Jean-Pierre Bezuidenhout, Commercial Director at Wilko Fruit in Prinsenbeek. "Currently, Moroccan Nadorcott mandarins are the predominant choice in the market. However, weather conditions..." read more

The Port of Itajaí has initiated discussions to create a new shipping route with the Port of Cagliari in Italy, with the goal of increasing fruit exports from the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina to the European Union. These talks come in response to increased export costs due to surcharges imposed on Brazilian products. read more

Georgian hazelnut exporters are experiencing a rise in the number of shipments being returned this year due to aflatoxin contamination. The issue is particularly prevalent at EU borders where strict controls are in place, as reported by Baya Salukvadze, founder of Agritrade and Georgian Products Renaissance. Despite this challenge, export volumes have... read more

The 42nd edition of IPM Essen opened with a presence of 1,400 exhibitors from around the world. International exhibitors and visitors came together to explore the latest developments and innovations across the horticultural sector. HilverdaFlorist participated in the IPM Novelties Showcase. read more

Fyffes will present its commercial priorities for bananas and pineapples at Fruit Logistica 2026, focusing on category management, retail programs, sourcing structures, and sustainability integration. The company has highlighted its current emphasis on category activation in collaboration with. read more

Fruit Logistica 2026 is sending a clear signal for innovation: the New Product Showcases are a new format that puts selected new products in the spotlight. read more

Fruit Logistica 2026 is sending a clear signal for innovation: the New Product Showcases are a new format that puts selected new products in the spotlight. read more