In a sector like the fruit and vegetable industry, where the management of plant diseases is one of the main uncertainties for productivity and profitability, technology proves to be a strategic ally. The answer comes from EVJA, with the new Defense Module, designed to transform the approach. read more

Prunolax, a leading brand in the prune pulp and fiber segment, is renewing itself and introducing its new product line, the result of an evolution that combines continuity and innovation. A complete redesign in the packaging, an optimized recipe, and an offer even closer to the. read more

A pilot shipment of avocados from Zambia is being exported through Walvis Bay in Namibia to Europe, as part of efforts to develop alternative logistics routes. The shipment, handled by Transworld Cargo, includes 24 tons of avocados transported in a controlled atmosphere container. read more

Global air cargo started 2026 with increased volumes, although developments in the Middle East are affecting operations and pricing. According to the International Air Transport Association, cargo volumes rose by 5.6 per cent year-on-year in January, with international routes up 7.2 per cent. read more

Brazil is preparing for a ginger campaign with increased supply, despite facing competition from China, logistical uncertainties, and geopolitical tensions impacting transportation costs in the international market. Patrick Santana, the sales director of Santana, stated this. read more

South African fruit exporters are still experiencing significant disruptions in the Middle East due to the conflict in Iran, with approximately 90 per cent of shipments to the region by sea being affected, as reported in a video on the Al Jazeera website. read more

Amazon has expanded its dedicated air cargo service, Amazon Air, to Northeast India by launching new routes connecting Kolkata and Guwahati. This expansion aims to enhance delivery speeds by up to five times in all seven sister states - Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, read more

Unsulphured litchis can't go far - which is even more fortunate for fans of this fleeting fruit in Gauteng. Enig Boerdery's biodynamically grown litchis quickly sell out after arriving at the municipal markets of Johannesburg and Pretoria. "The big difference between sulphured and unsulphured litchis is... read more

For Holdfast and Stipe, seaweed is not just a natural plant stimulant — it is the foundation of a fully circular production process. Founder Nikki Spil and Dominic Burbridge (director of Sales), together with Anke de Jong (director of Innovation), are building a system in which nothing goes to waste. read more

In the second part of Tomasz Domański's presentation, we return to the basics of blueberry cultivation technology. The expert points out the most common mistakes when establishing plantations, the importance of proper site preparation, water and fertilization management, as well as rational. read more

The commercial vegetable greenhouse sector in North America initially began by incorporating seeds and technology from Europe. However, when it comes to strawberries, the process was more challenging due to significant differences between the strawberry markets in the two continents, as noted by Paul J Mastronardi from Red Sun Farms. read more

The Sogegross Group - with an investment of over 35 million euros - is accelerating its modernization with a new state-of-the-art logistics hub that integrates robotic automation and green solutions. It is exclusively dedicated to the management of fresh and super-fresh products - from fruits and vegetables. read more

The Netherlands-based company Logiqs, headquartered in Maasdijk in the Westland region, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. This milestone is an opportunity to reflect on five decades of progress in greenhouse logistics and automation, and to contemplate the future. One of the company's owners, read more

The dry rot of potatoes remains a persistent issue impacting storage and postharvest handling, leading to losses for farmers. Researchers at Colorado State University in the San Luis Valley, a major potato production area in the U.S., have identified numerous fungal species linked to this disease. By employing structural and... read more

During a knowledge event hosted by screen manufacturer Svensson in the Netherlands, growers and industry professionals met at the World Horti Center in Naaldwijk to discuss strategies for maintaining a balanced greenhouse climate with full-LED lighting. The event, backed by the Greenhouse as Energy initiative, brought together experts to share insights and best practices. read more

On Thursday, the National Association of Plant Breeders (ANOVE) organized a conference titled "Innovation and the Future of the Plant Variety Protection System in the EU." The event was attended by Fepex President Cecilio Peregrín, who emphasized the importance of a regulatory framework that fosters. read more

The planned acquisition of ZIM Integrated Shipping Services by Hapag-Lloyd is advancing, pending regulatory approval, as reported by Calcalist. The German carrier has agreed to purchase all publicly traded shares of ZIM at US$35 per share, valuing the deal at US$4.2 billion. read more

A video circulating online showcases the rapid advancement of electrification in freight transportation. The video demonstrates an electric truck having its depleted battery automatically replaced by a robot in a seamless process that lasts about 30 seconds. Following the battery swap, the truck is ready to resume operation immediately. read more

Norway's Avisomo has successfully launched its vertical farming technology into full commercial operation through a joint venture with Coop Norway called Himmelgrønt AS. Today, bagged baby leaf Crispy lettuce from the Reindyrka product line is available in Coop Mega stores nationwide. read more

Professionals in the soft fruit sector in Morocco are expressing serious concerns about significant delays impacting the movement of export trucks from the Port of Tanger-Med to the Port of Algeciras. These delays are having a detrimental effect on the supply chain in a sector that is strategic for Morocco. read more