The start of 2026 has been anything but ordinary for tomatoes, the undisputed protagonist of the fruit and vegetable department and a strategic category in terms of consumption, penetration, and value. The supply chain has had to deal with an unprecedented shortage of supply, not only at the recent levels. read more

Dla południowoafrykańskich producentów świeżych produktów rolno-spożywczych i zakładów pakujących, zgodność z przepisami dotyczącymi bezpieczeństwa żywności nie jest już tylko obowiązkiem regulacyjnym, ale coraz bardziej staje się warunkiem koniecznym do uzyskania dostępu do rynku. Według Rethy Faul z RFC Food Safety Consulting, lokalni sprzedawcy detaliczni podnoszą swoje wymagania, a wielu z nich read more

Braki siły roboczej, rosnące koszty inwestycji oraz złożoność istniejących systemów autonomicznych to zbiegające się czynniki wpływające na australijskie gospodarstwa rolnicze, a dla Dala Creeda, lidera produktu w FieldSense Robotics, definiują one problem, który ma rozwiązać FSR 150. "Patrzymy na gospodarstwa, które są pod presją na read more

Cosco Shipping Ports Limited released its first quarter results for the period ending on March 31, 2026. During this period, the total throughput increased by 8.9% compared to the previous year, reaching 38,917,178 TEU. Total equity throughput also saw a 7.5% rise to 11,891,883 TEU. The company's revenue grew by 10.3% year-on-year to US$420,906,000. read more

W przyszłym miesiącu Uniwersytet w Lincoln będzie wystawiał na RHS Chelsea Flower Show, prezentując jak robotyka, sztuczna inteligencja i nauki o roślinach kształtują przyszłość hortikultury. Prezentowane przez Lincoln Institute for Agri-Food Technology (LIAT) z uniwersytetu, ekspozycja - RoboCrops: read more

AgroFresh Solutions opened its new Asia Pacific Research & Development Centre in Yangling, China on 28 April, marking a new milestone in the company’s investment in fresh produce through science-driven innovation, practical solutions, and sustainable impact. read more

In the consumer goods market, a strong identity is a strategic tool to guide choices on the shelves and generate value for the entire supply chain. With this approach, New Factor has presented the ambitious rebranding project initiated in 2024, a journey that redefines. read more

This year, Agraya GmbH celebrates a 25-year journey of promoting sustainable agriculture on a global scale. Established as a project driven by retailers in 2001, the company has adapted strategically to meet evolving regulatory, market, and supply chain requirements. In the span of over twenty years, it has expanded into read more

La Linea Verde is focusing decisively on the fresh convenience segment, presenting at Macfrut a detailed package of innovations for the refrigerated counter. Matteo Laconi, marketing manager, is presenting them, highlighting how the company is working to expand the product range and stimulate new trends. read more

Regulations, sustainability requirements, and evolving consumer preferences are creating greater challenges for the packaging of fresh produce. In this context, banding, which involves grouping products together with a thin paper band, is becoming increasingly popular. In the Netherlands, Looye Kwekers recently implemented this method and showcased how... read more

Orsero S.p.A. ("Orsero"), a leader in the Mediterranean Europe for the import and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables, informs that Hermanos Fernández López ("Fernández") - a Spanish company within the Group and a leader in the Iberian Peninsula - has finalized the acquisition. read more

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), Union Fleurs, the European Nurserystock Association (ENA), VGB, and Royal Anthos collaborated at the EU's embassy in London for Flowers and Plants of Europe - an industry event aimed at showcasing horticulture and floriculture and discussing their common goals. read more

Basf Nunhems announces a 40 million euro investment to modernize and expand the vegetable seed processing facilities at its headquarters in Nunhem, the Netherlands, with construction starting in the second quarter of 2026 and completion by the end of 2028. This project aims to increase production capacity and... read more

Kenya's floriculture sector is currently experiencing one of the most challenging periods in recent years, as described by industry players. Rising geopolitical tensions, disruptions in logistics, and significantly increased freight costs are all contributing to unprecedented pressure on exporters. Franklyne Moses, CEO of [Company Name], stated this concerning the current situation. read more

The shopping experience at Lidl Italy becomes even richer and more tailored. Starting from April 30, Lidl Plus, the digital loyalty program of the brand born in 2021, evolves with the introduction of a great innovation: Lidl Points. This is a points collection initiative that read more

Gruppo Orsero is accelerating its expansion in the Iberian Peninsula with the acquisition, through its subsidiary Hermanos Fernández López, of a logistics and distribution platform in Vigo, Galicia. The operation involves a warehouse of 5,000 square meters and two sales points in the market. read more

After a bumper lychee harvest in 2024, 2025 is widely considered a low-yield year. Reports from major lychee-producing regions like Hainan and Guangdong suggest that overall lychee flowering has been poor this year, leading to a significant decrease in expected production. The market in general... read more

Hermanos Fernández López, the Spanish subsidiary of the Italian-owned importer Orsero Group, commonly known as Fernández, has recently acquired a new logistics and distribution platform in Vigo, Galicia. This acquisition is part of their efforts to strengthen their presence in the Iberian Peninsula and enhance their logistics operations. read more

Avocados From Chile has released the results of its 2025 Sustainability Impact Report. The study was presented at an event to launch the organization's new branding, with Pablo Vidal, founder and general manager of the consulting firm Sustenta+, stating that it showed an overall compliance level of 65 percent. read more

With a notoriety that approaches 97%, the Red Onion of Tropea Calabria IGP continues to be an exceptional case history for the Italian fruit and vegetable sector. On the Think Fresh 2026 stage, the Consortium for the Protection outlined the new valorization strategy: a path that intertwines the roots. read more