Revenue in the global fresh fruits market is projected to reach US$726.20 billion in 2024, growing at a rate of 6.42% annually (CAGR 2024-2029). In Asia, the market is anticipated to expand even faster, with an annual growth rate of 7% and reaching US$362.30 billion in 2024. MSC, a prominent read more

Sustainability and marketing in the horticultural sector will be the main topics discussed at the AIPH / Green is Life Horticultural Industry Conference, scheduled to be held on 5th September 2024 at the Green is Life show in Warsaw, Poland. The Conference is organized by the International Association of Horticultural Producers. read more

Using a dishwasher to clean fruits and vegetables, as suggested by some social media trends, is not recommended by food safety experts. While it may seem convenient, dishwashers can harbor residual detergents and bacteria, potentially contaminating produce. Experts emphasize that dishwashers are designed for cleaning dishes and utensils, not for washing fruits and vegetables. read more

Adam Harrison, an environmental and sustainability technologist at Thanet Earth, and Matthew Thomas, the head of sales and marketing at Puffin Produce, are discussing their companies' experiences, goals, and challenges as they progress on their SBTi journeys. read more

The tool enables suppliers to develop an action plan to address these wage gaps, which is regularly analyzed and adjusted annually. Initially, the wage disparities between living wages on-site and actual wages paid are identified. read more

After initial forays in 2022, the solar power project quickly proved its worth in practical testing in 2023: From its launch in August 2023 to May 2024 alone, a total of 52 PV systems were installed in markets, with an additional seven systems on logistics centers of the Rewe Group. read more

The New Zealand government's decision to lift a 30-year ban on gene editing technology has been welcomed by Plant & Food Research as a step that could support the improvement of varietal development. read more

Lievaart Expeditie is moving to new premises in Naaldwijk. The company has been well-known for its transportation services for flowers and plants, but now it is also time to truly stand out, according to Jan Willem Lievaart. Currently, a new 20,000 m² building is being constructed on the former site. read more

"Thanks to improved handling of the challenges posed by the climate, more Turkish figs were produced this season," says Beyazit Afiyon, owner of Turkish fresh produce exporter PIK Global. "The black fig growing season this year was highly productive. Turkish farmers are improving their skills." read more

German scientists, cooperatives, and technology providers are collaborating in the newly launched 'inBerry' project to advance a new cultivation method. Partners in this project include Obst- und Gemüse-Absatzgenossenschaft Nordbaden eG and Obstgroßmarkt Mittelbaden eG, along with Fraunhofer UMSICHT. read more

The location for PLANTARIUM|GROEN-Direkt will be at Noorwegenlaan 37 in Hazerswoude, the Netherlands. Plantarium|Groen-Direkt provides a platform for new products and innovations in the nursery stock industry through the Green Retail Awards judging process. This will take place during the upcoming autumn edition. read more

The construction of a new research center for phytopathology and marker technology, as well as a new greenhouse complex for breeding, has officially begun at Axia Vegetable Seeds. This past Monday, the first pillar was installed into the ground by Kamila Koropacka and Rick Meijer. Certhon will be responsible for building the facilities. read more

Key Technology (Key) and PPM Technologies (PPM), both members of Duravant's Food Sorting and Handling Solutions group, are pleased to announce that their customer service teams have now become part of Duravant Lifecycle Services. This is a global aftermarket network that aims to provide improved local services for equipment. read more

Moldova has significantly increased its walnut exports to the European Union, doubling the volume compared to the previous year, as stated by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economic Development and Digitalization Dmitry Alaiba. In the first seven months of 2024, Moldova exported... read more

W światowym rynku, gdzie zrównoważoność i zdrowie są w centrum wyborów konsumentów, certyfikacja Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC™) zmienia sposób uprawy i eksportu tropikalnych owoców. Paul Davidson, dyrektor handlowy firmy Sol Orgánica, opowiadał o tym, jak
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On Tuesday, August 20, the Floriculture Sustainability Initiative (FSI) will be hosting a Q&A session regarding the small-scale grower scheme and the ongoing consultation round. The consultation round began in early August concerning the certification scheme for 'small-scale' growers and its accompanying rules. Participants are invited to provide feedback through an online questionnaire. read more

The labor-intensive work of hand-harvesting delicate blackberries is necessary, but the advancement of technology by scientists at Mississippi State University could potentially automate this tedious process. While many agricultural crops are harvested efficiently by machines, Assistant Professor Xin Zhang from MSU is working on developing advanced technologies to improve the harvesting of blackberries. read more

Market conditions and needs are changing, as observed by the packaging company PEQ. "We anticipate a stabilization in the demand for packaged products. While there are still few viable alternatives available, there is an ongoing tension between what retailers desire and the price they are willing to pay for them. read more

The UK is ripe and ready for growth. Despite the pressures of high inflation and reduced consumer spending power, there remains a defiant and remarkable appetite in the market for top-quality, perfectly ripe avocados. And it’s a market that only a handful of companies appear properly equipped for. read more

DP World has announced a nearly 60 percent decrease in its profits for the first half of the year, partially attributed to the ongoing shipping challenges in the Red Sea. read more