Maritime shipping lane security is currently attracting more attention due to tensions affecting important routes like the Strait of Hormuz. These routes facilitate approximately 80 percent of global trade and are crucial for the transportation of energy, food, and agricultural resources. In Brazil, the Port of Santos is a significant player in this trade. read more

Pier, focused on innovations in greenhouse cultivation, market trends, and sustainable practices. The event featured presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities for professionals in the industry. read more

On March 19-20, 2026, Russian authorities banned the transit of a fruit shipment in the Kurgan region due to labeling violations. Inspectors discovered that a 16.2-ton shipment of Chinese pomelos, being transported from Kazakhstan to the Moscow region, had listed a logistics center instead of the country of origin. read more

Automated processes, plant propagation, new plant varieties, innovative technologies, reputable partners, emerging startups, AI tools, cultivation workshops, conference sessions, and an innovation award— all of these highlights and more were featured on the first day of GreenTech Americas. The trade show began yesterday in... read more

Gyeonggi-do Agricultural Research and Extension Services has introduced two new varieties of prickly pear cactus, 'Dual Label' and 'Gold Label', developed using their own breeding technology. The prickly pear cactus is a plant native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil. read more

A specialized nursery complex, Kishvary-sabs, in Tajikistan has set up a modern propagation center that specializes in the mass production of flowers and ornamental trees. This facility serves as the main laboratory for the country, using seeds and genetic material imported from. read more

The beginning of the Mercosur-European Union agreement and the current geopolitical conditions are expected to impact Brazilian fruit exports, as stated by industry representatives at Fruit Attraction São Paulo 2026. Guilherme Coelho, president of the Brazilian Association of Fruit and read more

More than 10 tons of imported dried fruit were rejected at the border of the Republic of Moldova following inspections by the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA). The batch, consisting of a mixture of apples, apricots, plums, and cherries, totaled 10,500 kilograms. During physical inspections at... read more

Last week, the transport operator Gerard Mostert from Betrex Espana passed away after a period of illness. The Dutchman had been active in Valencia for over 35 years. Gerard founded a transportation company in Valencia in 1991. After years of experience in the fresh produce industry, the connection with fruits and vegetables... read more

The Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) continues to be one of the most complex challenges for the tomato industry globally. Since its appearance in major production areas, the virus has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to spread and adapt, putting pressure on the entire tomato supply chain. read more

The market for spinach and baby leaf remains tight due to the fragility of the crop and the limited availability of viable export routes. Demand is relatively stable as there is a limit to how much leafy greens people consume, and exporting such delicate products is not economically feasible. However, the major challenge lies in... read more

The World Bank has received a $20 million grant from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs to assist Ghana in dealing with possible disruptions in tomato supply. This support comes in response to an export ban imposed by Burkina Faso, a major tomato supplier to Ghana, which has disrupted supply chains and caused… read more

Riverfrutè is pleased to announce that its Subito Pronti Cottintavola line has won the prestigious Food Match 2026 award for Best Product in the Ready-to-Eat category, confirming the constant commitment of the Piacenza-based company to innovating fresh ready-to-eat products. read more

AgroFresh has announced a pricing adjustment due to the increasing global energy costs and ongoing supply chain disruptions that are raising operating costs across the agricultural sector. Recent events in the Middle East have led to higher oil prices and ongoing instability in global logistics. read more

Under the #embracebrassicas initiative, Rijk Zwaan is focusing on cabbage, cauliflower, and broccoli varieties while also exploring developments in the market. The company collaborates with growers, retailers, and other partners across the supply chain. Brassicas include a wide range of crops such as read more

The Ventura BBmix line has been elected Product of the Year 2026 in the Dried Fruit category, a prestigious innovation award directly awarded by Italian consumers. read more

The conflict in the Middle East is putting significant strain on the fresh produce industry due to the shutdown of sea and air routes, increasing transportation and energy expenses, and export restrictions. Egyptian exporters are feeling the impact of the crisis and are unsure about how to proceed, as stated by Abdelkader Habony. read more

The humanoid robotics sector in China is expanding its data infrastructure, with the Beijing Innovation Center of Humanoid Robotics collecting over 3 million data entries within four months of operation. According to CCTV News, more than 300,000 of these entries are open-source. read more

Growing costs related to the conflict in the Middle East are affecting supply chains of fresh products to the UK, with berry producers signaling cost pressures ahead of the upcoming summer season. The British Fruit Growers Association read more

Interfresh Eurasia, Turkey's specialized exhibition for the fresh fruit and vegetable, storage, packaging, and logistics industries, will be held on 08-10 September 2026 at the Izmir Exhibition Centre. The event will bring together international buyers, producers, growers, importers, exporters, and industry professionals. read more