The Panama Canal Authority is ready to increase the volume of containers moving through the important maritime route that connects the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. The canal's administrator has stated that this goal is backed by an $8 billion investment plan designed to expand the canal's... read more

The Gallicchio Frutta plant, the company responsible for the new 'Divino – Italian Persimmon', is currently running at full capacity. The company from Basilicata is currently concentrating on three main product packages: the Divino custom cardboard tray (30x50x9 cm, single-layer alveolus, average. read more

The US parent company Americold is closing its Westland facility, marking the end of the refrigeration company in 's-Gravenzande, which was known for many years as ADB Cool Company, after 95 years of operation. The company, originally owned by the De Bruijn family, was acquired in 2015 by Agro. read more

A new independent Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) confirms that, in key sustainability metrics, IFCO reusable crates (RPCs) outperform single-use packaging by far. IFCO, a global leader in solutions, stands out for its superior sustainability performance. read more

The Kenyan company Keitt announces two new products: ready-to-eat avocados and ready-to-eat mangoes. Erick Nyansimora, Commercial and Supply Chain Manager of Keitt, says he is "delighted with the successful trials in the production and marketing of both new products". According to Nyansimora, read more

Officials and businesses in Hangzhou have facilitated the transportation of over 120 tons of fruits from Aksu to the city by initiating the "Autumn Fruits Eastbound" project, a collaboration with Aksu in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. This initiative has resulted in the successful sale of 60 tons of jujubes, 90 read more

In the heart of California's agricultural zones, a thriving operation is taking place as millions of pistachios go through a process of inspection, roasting, and packaging before being shipped worldwide. This industry has experienced a significant increase in California, with the region dedicating read more

The Embassy of Ireland in Malawi has highlighted the significance of increased collaboration in improving seed systems, developing technology, establishing market connections, adding value, and promoting food and nutrition initiatives within the current phase of the RTC-MARKET Project in Malawi. This emphasis was emphasized. read more

The director of the Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety (DG Sante), Bernard Van Goethem, stated in a letter addressed to ASAJA Brussels, in response to the complaints of the Association

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A two-day national conference on "smart farming solutions for ornamental horticulture" began on Friday at Maharana Pratap Horticulture University (MHU) in Karnal. The event was attended by scientists from 16 states across India and focuses on innovative solutions to enhance the flower farming sector. read more

Eima, the exhibition dedicated to mechanization and technology in agriculture that took place at the Bologna Exhibition Centre until November 10th, was crowded from the opening day with visitors from around the world. In addition to traditional equipment, manufacturers are now focusing on modern technologies. read more

One of the novelties of the new red berry campaign in the province of Huelva will be the integration of nanobubble technology into the irrigation water systems of companies in the sector. read more

In South Africa, Hortgro, Sati, and FPEF have announced that Transnet's Cape Town Terminals, which include both the Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) and the Cape Town Multi-Purpose Terminal (CTMPT), are gearing up for a successful deciduous fruit export season with a fleet increase of over 70. read more

Around 36% or 2,625 tons of the total quantity are accounted for by Gala; approximately 712 tons more Gala were stored than in 2023 and about 134 tons more than in 2022. In second place is Topaz with 979 tons, which is nearly 257 tons more than last year. It is expected that the Topaz variety will be in second place in October. read more

Despite all the challenges, a qualitatively good harvest is currently expected. Since the harvest was still in full swing in October, an analysis of the inventory will be postponed. Only small quantities of the late varieties are still being harvested. Based on the inventory levels, it can be anticipated that... read more

Temperature-controlled warehouse and logistics operator Lineage has acquired the assets of ColdPoint Logistics, based in Kansas City, Kansas. read more

The perishable food logistics specialist Seafrigo Group has named Bruno Plantaz, a former executive at Ceva Logistics and Kuehne & Nagel, as its new CEO. read more

Perishable food logistics specialist Seafrigo Group has appointed former Ceva Logistics and Kuehne & Nagel executive Bruno Plantaz as its new CEO. read more

Montague Farms is preparing for a stone fruit season that is expected to break records, with several supply chain improvements in place to manage an increase in production. read more

Rä Foods, a company specializing in food technology and functional foods, recently announced that its Wild About Sprouts brand is now available at Whole Foods Market, a natural and organic foods retailer in the Pacific Northwest. "For retailers, this partnership means offering the safest and most nutrient-dense" read more