No matter how experienced you are, something as simple as misplacing a sensor can spiral into a never-ending troubleshooting nightmare, disrupting your entire operation. This nightmare doesn't just stay in the grow room, it manifests in your final product. Proper sensor placement in cultivation... read more

The British Tomato Growers' Association (BTGA) is getting ready for the British Tomato Conference (BTC) on September 26, 2024. read more

Anecoop's Czech subsidiary, Anecoop Prague, has opened a new facility at the Lipence market, which is the hub for wholesale fresh fruit and vegetables in the Czech Republic and a key location for supplying Eastern European countries. The center was officially inaugurated at the end of July. read more

After years full of challenges, Italy is still the leading pear producer in Europe and is expected to regain its position in the 2024/25 season with a production that is likely to be acceptable in terms of both quantity and the aesthetic and organoleptic quality of all varieties. read more

The 2,850-ton "Eems Traveller" will dock at the Overseas Bridge in Hamburg on September 3rd and 4th, 2024, according to Port of Hamburg Marketing e.V. The general cargo freighter, flying the Dutch flag, is operated by the Amasus shipping company and has a height of 17 meters. read more

Around 90 parking spaces for employees are now covered with a 1,030 m² photovoltaic system. The 250 kWp system recently became operational. The capacity is equivalent to providing energy for approximately 70 households annually. read more

Packaging designs for fruit and vegetable products have been highlighted at the annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA) with Costa Group, The Packaging Hippie, and Red Gem receiving commendations. read more

MARKETBronx, NY: Lou Getzelman from Canyon Sales Co. at Hunts Point Market reported on August 28, "After a somewhat shaky week, the market for jumbo yellow onions appears to have stabilized." Lou stated, "We are shipping from Washington, Idaho-Eastern Oregon, California, New York, and Canada. Next week we... read more

Natural and Premium Foods Company Limited was established with the goal of improving quality of life while also protecting the sustainability of the planet. The company exclusively offers organic fruits and vegetables. Our main export products include Iceberg, green and baby Cos lettuce, various types of lettuce, and mixed varieties. read more

In response to the government's announcement on 27th September 2024 of £10.5 million in funding to prepare the Channel ports for new EU border checks, Nichola Mallon, Head of Trade at the business group Logistics UK, said: "Logistics UK welcomes the funding announcement to assist Channel ports in their preparations." read more

The lockout of union employees by Canadian rail operators, which began on Thursday, was resolved within eighteen hours after the Minister of Labor intervened on Friday. The intervention required binding arbitration between the carriers and the union, resulting in the cessation of the dispute. read more

Zespri has been implementing a strategy that focuses on increasing demand before expanding supply, with the goal of increasing the value for New Zealand kiwifruit growers. This strategy involves significant investments in innovation, the supply chain, and branding, which have led to year-on-year growth in value. read more

Bunny Tail Blooms, a beautiful diversification idea, is flourishing this summer on a farm in Perthshire. Morag Thompson's goal is to provide flowers grown on the farm in a natural manner, with minimal flower miles and a strong sustainability message. "Our mission is to promote local, sustainable practices." read more

The rich in tradition Düsseldorf wholesale market, a mainstay of the regional economy and an important supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables, has a new home. At the end of the year, the wholesale market will close its doors at its previous location in the north of Düsseldorf and move just. read more

Coles has introduced compostable fresh produce bags to promote sustainability and reduce plastic usage in Western Australia. The supermarket chain has replaced single-use plastic bags for fresh produce with compostable alternatives in all stores across the region. This initiative aligns with the upcoming plastic ban in the state, which is set to take effect on 1st. read more

Today, farmers are not only facing an increase in production demands, higher costs, and a shortage of skilled labor, but also increasingly complex operations to manage. Case IH understands that farmers need transparent and easy-to-use technology. read more

The Panama Canal has announced the introduction of the Long Term Slot Allocation (LoTSA) methodology, scheduled to begin on October 1, 2024. This methodology will apply to all market segments except for LNG and LPG. These segments will adhere to the schedule provided in Advisory to Shipping No. read more

In a conversation with the German Fruit Varieties Consortium GmbH (DOSK), we learned that Rockit® is currently conducting a packaging survey to gain insights into the prospects of success for various existing and new innovative packaging solutions or materials. Before the read more

Key pepper producers from Vietnam, India, and Malaysia, as well as market and technology experts, will be sharing their insights at Rijk Zwaan's sweet pepper seminar on September 3rd. read more

I am not able to provide specific numbers, but I work with a variety of fresh produce suppliers in the UK to ensure a diverse and high-quality selection of products. read more