A serious fire, which occurred on the night between Thursday and Friday in the Cosenza area, devastated part of the vehicle fleet of Perrone Srl, a company engaged in the organized large-scale distribution of food products. The toll is heavy: five trucks and three trailers completely destroyed. read more

At a time when many countries around the world are facing tariffs on products entering the U.S., one shipping company is steadfast in its commitment to sourcing from South America. "Weather challenges have led to a growing need for diversification in sourcing from different regions. Relying solely on one source is becoming increasingly difficult." read more

The Secretariat for Economic Development, Science, Technology, and Innovation (SEDEC) reported that fruit farming dominated the export sector of Rio Grande do Norte in March. Five products from the fruit production chain accounted for 58.6% of the state's monthly exports. Other cane sugars were the leading product in the export list. read more

The event "Art in the Orchard" organized by Pink Lady® at the blooming orchards in the Faenza countryside on April 5th demonstrates the brand's commitment to promoting biodiversity and agro-ecological practices. Over twenty families with young children participated in the event. read more

From a June 2024 US salmonella outbreak that led to hospitalizations in 34 states linked to cucumbers to Europe-wide Salmonella cases traced to contaminated lettuce, the issue of food safety has gained prominence in recent months, keeping this all-important topic ever-present in consumers' minds. read more

Accelerating supply chains and enhancing connectivity through digital innovation was the focus of the initial Logistics Hub session on the last day of this year's Fruit Logistica. read more

An agritech startup CapsiBreed has entered into a noteworthy commercial agreement with the Dutch seed company Erma Zaden. This strategic partnership is considered a major milestone in the advancement and expansion of CapsiBreed's crop improvement technology. read more

This new milestone in the partnership between the OCP Group and Maersk is built on years of successful collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence in logistics. It marks a new chapter in the longstanding partnership between both. read more

Heritable Agriculture, Paul J. Mastronardi, and CIV (Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti) have announced a collaborative initiative to create strawberry genetics specifically designed for controlled environment agriculture. The project will utilize AI-based breeding techniques, superior germplasm, and valuable commercial production knowledge. read more

As of April 2025, a new division of Holex Flower will be launched: Holex Air Logistics. This joint venture between Holex Flower and Airflo aims to improve efficiency within Holex's transportation chain. Holex Air Logistics will be overseen by a team of experienced colleagues from both Holex Flower. read more

The family company Van Baalen, based in Westland and led by Wim and Tine van Baalen along with their daughter Hanneke and son Jasper, is now operating independently under the name VB Plants after a longstanding partnership with PP Orchids. The decision to switch to SDF aligns with an innovation in cultivation. read more

Despite the rain, water shortages, and logistical issues due to a lack of containers and port congestion, Peru exported a record volume of grapes in the 2023-2024 season. According to Isaías Segovia, an agricultural expert from Peru, "Peru exported nearly 700,000 tons of grapes in the 2024." read more

Menno Boots from Borst Bloembollen, a tulip and peony specialist, explains how they have integrated their inventory and sales processes with Floriday as flower growers. As soon as the tulips are processed, they are registered in Floriday as part of their inventory, and all sales are conducted using this stock. This streamlined system allows for efficient management and sales operations. read more

Coinciding with 'Kom in de Kas', BerryBrothers welcomed interested visitors to their greenhouses in Heythuysen and Roggel on Saturday, 5 April. Many people took the opportunity to visit the soft fruit company, which was celebrating its 45th anniversary and also marking the opening of its new. read more

Among the international symposia organized by Macfrut 2025, there is also a Round Table discussion scheduled for Wednesday, May 7th, as part of the Spices & Herbs Global Expo, the exhibition dedicated to spices, medicinal and aromatic herbs. The herbal supply chain: a guarantee of quality for. read more

Starting in April 2025, a new division of Holex Flower will be introduced: Holex Air Logistics. This collaboration between Holex Flower and Airflo aims to improve the efficiency of Holex's transportation network. Holex Air Logistics will be overseen by a team of seasoned professionals from both Holex Flower. read more

In fruit and vegetable storage and greenhouse cultivation, temperature and humidity are critical factors that directly impact product quality. Excessively high temperatures can lead to spoilage, while low humidity may cause dehydration. Traditional monitoring methods often face issues such as read more

Menno Boots from Borst Bloembollen, a specialist in tulips and peonies, explains how they have integrated their inventory and sales processes with Floriday as flower growers. Immediately after processing, the tulips are registered in Floriday as part of their inventory, and all sales are conducted from this inventory. read more

Carrefour has chosen Spain as the stage for the launch of its new global artificial intelligence platform: ai.carrefour. The goal? To support its employees in the digital transition, while also improving the service offered to customers. At the core of this. read more

At the Colombian flower farm La Plazoleta, innovation is at the core of operations. Situated on the outskirts of Bogotá, the company prioritizes sustainability and quality. A significant advancement in their post-harvest process is their partnership with Weber Vacuum Group, which has led to. read more