Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) is pursuing a development agenda to improve operational efficiency at the Cape Town Container Terminal. This was a key topic of discussion during a meeting with the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Sacci). Oscar Borchards, the managing executive for read more

Vanguard Group International, BLOOM FRESH, and SHB Group, companies engaged in the cultivation, transportation, development, and marketing of table grapes, have joined forces to organize a series of exclusive in-person grape tasting events. These events were held from February 7 to February 28, 2025, in 11 chosen supermarkets. read more

"What are the latest and greatest solutions in the fresh produce packaging industry?" - "I love to answer this question for a couple of reasons," says Wayne DeCou, Equipment Director for Volm Companies. "Our industry is an exciting one where steady innovation means there's always a lot to talk about." read more

As food prices and inflation continue to burden both produce suppliers and consumers in Brazil and the rest of Latin America, Fresh Formulaics will be presenting its supply chain solutions at Fruit Attraction São Paulo 2025. The company is committed to supporting the produce supply chain by developing. read more

In the landscape of ecological solutions for logistics, a Dutch startup stands out for its revolutionary innovation. CocoPallet has developed fully biodegradable pallets using coconut shell fibers, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative. read more

Spring has begun in the "Borsa della Spesa," the weekly service offered by BMTI and Italmercati Rete di Imprese, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, making it easy to shop while saving money and choosing sustainability. read more

Varb and the trade fair GrootGroenPlus share a passion for sustainability and will extend their partnership into 2025. This means that exhibitors at the 35th edition of the trade fair, happening from 1 to 3 October in Zundert, will have the opportunity to present their latest products through the digital trading platform. read more

Goodness Grown (GG), a recently launched tomato farming business with a 20-hectare, state-of-the-art, and ultra-modern glasshouse, is thrilled to announce a strategic marketing and distribution partnership with Premier Fresh Australia (Premier), one of the top fresh produce supply chain companies in Australia. read more

Colle d'Oro, a Sicilian company specializing in the production of vegetables with 17 associated producers and 1,000 hectares of greenhouses and open fields, takes another step towards innovation. The company from Ispica (Ragusa), which just last year celebrated 50 years of activity, is once again at the forefront of the sector. read more

Mentoring to transform ideas into real solutions is one of the key offerings of a new program launched today by Hort Frontiers. The new program - Australian-Grown Innovation, developed in partnership with Startupbootcamp and Cluster Connect - is designed to drive innovation that will tackle read more

Compared to imported goods from Spain, regional organic cucumbers offer significant advantages: short transportation distances, supply security, and the highest environmental and social standards. read more

This collaboration with Greenyard allows Sligro Food Group to offer a comprehensive range of products while also focusing more on a short food supply chain, including local products and competitive market prices. Greenyard is read more

The Ministry of Agriculture's plan to increase the cultivation area involves the use of Artificial Intelligence and other technologies to increase the per-hectare yield from 42 tons to 65 tons and form clusters. read more

"What are the latest and most innovative solutions in the fresh produce packaging industry?" - "I love answering this question for a couple of reasons," says Wayne DeCou, Equipment Director at Volm Companies. "Our industry is dynamic, with constant innovation leading to a plethora of topics to discuss...". read more

Wouter De Bruycker has recently returned from Houston, where he spent time at Dynamax's main office to familiarize himself with his new role as the Global Sales & Innovation Manager. Throughout different roles in his career, he has always been drawn to horticulture. "I have known the CEO of read more

Irrigation of soilless strawberries has a new feature called the "IRRISENSE" Control Point, which revolutionizes water management by using substrate weight as an automation variable. This system monitors water loss in real-time through evapotranspiration and activates irrigation only when necessary. read more

In a difficult context, amidst armed conflicts and geopolitical tensions, rising logistics costs, with the risk of a dangerous increase in protectionist barriers, fresh fruit and vegetables set a record for Italian exports in 2024, surpassing read more

We report the statement from the company L'Orto di Jack, which was affected by the fire at the Ortomercato in Milan: "During the night between the 19th and 20th of March, a serious fire struck our warehouse at the Ortomercato in Milan, damaging the structure and some of our fruit and vegetable supplies. read more

Cosco Shipping Ports Limited, a ports logistics service provider, announced today the annual results of the Company and its subsidiaries (the "Group") for the year ended 31 December 2024. Key highlights of the 2024 FY results include a 6.1% year-on-year (YoY) increase in total throughput to 144,032,722 TEU. read more

Prepping, emocracy, and trad-wives are likely to influence Green Industry trends for 2026 in various ways. Prepping refers to the practice of preparing for potential disasters or emergencies, which may lead to an increased interest in self-sustainability and gardening, consequently boosting the demand for flowers and plants. Emocracy, a term combining emotion and democracy, suggests a growing emphasis on emotional connections and values in decision-making, potentially driving a preference for eco-friendly and sustainable products like flowers and plants. Trad-wives, short for traditional wives, may contribute to a resurgence in traditional values and lifestyles, including an appreciation for nature and gardening.

In a world characterized by instability and uncertainty, consumers may seek solace in nature and turn to flowers and plants as a source of comfort and stability. The Checkpoint zeitgeist captures this overarching theme of navigating through turbulent times and finding grounding in nature and its offerings. As a result, the Green Industry may witness a shift towards products and practices that align with consumers' desire for stability, sustainability, and emotional connections, shaping the trends for 2026. read more