HilverdaFlorist actively contributes to the Resilient Floriculture Sector initiative. "Together with other parties in the supply chain, we are committed to a safe, reliable, and future-proof floriculture sector. By raising awareness and staying alert to risks together, read more

From unstable weather conditions to rapidly evolving markets, the global spinach supply chain is facing unprecedented pressures. That is why on March 18th, Rijk Zwaan organized the Italian Spinach Summit in Naples - "Future-proof Spinach", a business event that. read more

In the heart of Sicily, in Delia, between the provinces of Caltanissetta and Agrigento, the Di Pasquale family has been carrying on a three-generation agricultural story based on skills, investments, and a strong connection to the territory. Today, Vincenzo Di Pasquale, along with his brother Angelo, leads the company. read more

During this year's Fruitnet Berry Congress in London, it was emphasized that further development of the berry market will be possible through investments in new varieties, market segmentation, marketing, and modern technologies. At the same time, the industry faces a number of significant challenges. read more

With only a few weeks separating us from Easter, the fruit and vegetable market enters a delicate transition phase. The closure of winter campaigns and the arrival of the first summer produce require the supply chain to pay constant attention to demand, quality, and availability. read more

The fresh fruit and vegetable importers of Fruitimporters are drawing the attention of industry operators to the significant challenges emerging in logistics and economics, following the recent escalation of the geopolitical situation in the Middle East. read more

Bananas are one of the most consumed, yet also the most fragile, fruits and vegetables. The logistical challenges, varying ripening processes, and high demands for quality, traceability, and certification make the supply chain complex. Therefore, the Austrian IT company activeIT developed the FIPS software system,... read more

"This machine was launched in September 2023 and has been a great success. Units have been sold in Italy and abroad, particularly in Switzerland, Spain, Poland, Cyprus, the Netherlands, and India," says Riccardo Daniele, the sales manager for the Italian market, while presenting the SM2. read more

UK: Amazon Now expands to Lewisham and Battersea as on-demand delivery service continues London expansion
Amazon Now has officially started operating in Lewisham and Battersea in London. This expansion comes after the launch of QLD1 in January, which was the first Amazon Now on-demand delivery site in the UK.
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Entomatic dispensers are standardizing and streamlining the introduction of beneficial organisms into crops, helping to optimize biological performance. By using tank mixing, one or more beneficials can be applied simultaneously, thereby boosting operational efficiency. read more

On Welbergsweg in Steenbergen, brothers Corné and John Jacobs run Koelhuis Jacobs together. The company focuses on the storage, processing, and logistical handling of agricultural products. "We have always been progressive," says Corné. "But in our own way. Practical, down-to-earth and focused." read more

BloomScribe, a new website platform designed for independent UK florists, has recently launched. It provides modern, mobile-first ecommerce websites at a much lower cost compared to traditional providers. The platform was created by a software developer and his partner, who spent nine years developing it. read more

Highly perishable fresh produce categories have been negatively affected by the Middle East conflict, as airfreight capacity has been reduced. read more

Container Centralen (CC), a Denmark-based provider of reusable load carriers for the European ornamental horticulture industry, has appointed Nanne van der Burg as Chief Operating Officer (COO) starting from March 1, 2026. Gertjan Hakkers will also be joining the company as Chief Commercial Officer. read more

Many greenhouse operations continue to rely on structures that were built decades ago. While these facilities have been able to support production for many years, the increasing costs of energy, changing crop requirements, and advancements in climate control are leading growers to reconsider whether they should retrofit their existing structures or invest in new ones. read more

For decades, the quality of fresh produce has been determined more by interpretation than by science. Buyers establish the standards, growers strive to meet them, and disagreements arise in the differences between the two. AI systems are now being developed to address this gap, aiming to transform subjective assessments into something more objective. read more

The increase in turmoil in the Middle East, which began with the U.S. and Israeli military actions in Iran at the end of February, is causing disruptions to regional trade flows. The transit through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be a crucial factor. In addition to disruptions in oil, gas, and freight transportation, the closure of the strait is also impacting. read more

The pilot project dedicated to the traceability of Redea crates supply chain was presented at the Cpr System headquarters in Gallo. This initiative involves integrating all actors in the fruit and vegetable supply chain, from production to retail. read more

Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions has expanded its portfolio with three new machines: V-Weigh, V-Load, and V-Pack. Together with the company's palletizing systems, they form an end-of-line automation solution for the agricultural sector. According to account manager Johan van der Reest, the read more

The pilot project dedicated to the traceability of REDEA crates supply chain was presented at the CPR System headquarters in Gallo. This innovative initiative involves all stakeholders in the fruit and vegetable supply chain, from production to retail. read more