His name is nothing more than a play on words that refers to the fruit that inspires it: here is Ecovado, the sustainable and locally sourced "fake" avocado. Born from the research of Iranian scholar and designer residing in London, Arina Shokouhi, and reported by the publication today.it, Ecovado is created. read more

Moldova is quickly adapting to the requirements of the European market. According to Stefan Bitlan, the manager of the major Moldovan fruit exporter Fani SRL, reusable trays are assisting with the current apricot season: "This season, the delivery of Moldovan fruits in reusable trays from Euro Pool Systems has started." read more

Enza Zaden has celebrated its Melon&Pumpkin House Fair from July 1st to 4th in El Albujón (Murcia, Spain). On this occasion, the company has changed the dynamics and has given it a twist to continue adding value from a different perspective. read more

Competitiveness, environment, development, and innovation are at the center of the strategic priorities set by the Emilia-Romagna Region for the European Rural Development Program 2023-27. read more

Exactly one year ago, the A.O.P. CSC LAZIO, in collaboration with the Integrated Center of the University of Tuscia, launched the project: "Implementation of sustainable production methods for obtaining cafeteria tomatoes with zero residue and high quality." read more

In the 2023-2024 campaign, the greenhouse acreage in Almeria increased by 0.61% to 33,100 hectares, with total production also rising by 14% to 3.82 million tons. However, despite this growth, a 22% decrease in economic value caused by declining market prices is challenging the sector's financial stability, highlighting the issue of economic sustainability. read more

After the fire in a storage warehouse of the subtropical fruit company Reyes Gutiérrez last Friday, the company's manager, Juan Antonio Reyes Gutiérrez, wanted to. read more

The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) is once again promoting research projects, this time on the topic of "Agroecological Innovations for Territorial Markets" in the Sub-Saharan, South, and Southeast Asian regions. With the new funding announcement, the read more

The World Bank's CPPI ranks 405 container ports worldwide based on their efficiency, with a focus on the duration of container ships' stay in the port. Cape Town ranks 405th out of 405 measured ports, Ngqura at 404th, Durban at 398th, and Port Elizabeth at 391st. read more

FlorAmor has acquired the business assets of ID'Flor, AZARO, and Bracke, totaling over 80 hectares. The acquisitions became effective on July 1, 2024. This strategic decision is geared towards maximizing capacity, leveraging synergies, and solidifying FlorAmor's market presence as a specialist in azaleas. The goal is to optimize and strengthen the company's position in the market. read more

South Africa's fresh fruit export industry is eager to collaborate with the new Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen. They emphasize that among the various priorities on his agenda, the most urgent ones include securing and prioritizing market access. The citrus industry is also appealing to the WTO regarding their trade issues with Europe. read more

At the Lars checkpoint, there are currently no issues affecting the passage of Armenian trucks, as confirmed by Arman Khojoyan, Deputy Minister of Economy of Armenia, during a press conference. He addressed the potential impact of logistical disruptions on supply chains, emphasizing the importance of ensuring smooth transportation flows. read more

Dzięki postępom związanym z pogodą w wegetacji, rodzina Wehenpohl mogła zebrać pierwsze morele w sercu regionu Oldenburg Münsterland już pod koniec czerwca. „Jesteśmy teraz mniej więcej w połowie zbioru, co oznacza, że jesteśmy porównywalnie o jeden do dwóch tygodni do przodu. read more

Plant Development Services, Inc. (PDSI) is excited to introduce a range of new varieties at Cultivate 2024. "Our latest releases emphasize color innovations and showcase our dedication to beauty, resilience, and outstanding performance," stated the PDSI team. "The past year has been one of tremendous growth and we are thrilled to share these new offerings with the industry." read more

The harvesting of Impero has begun in Umbria a few weeks ago. Impero is an Italian netted melon variety under the Seminis brand of Bayer Crop Science. It is a mid-cycle variety with a wide transplanting window that can cover medium-early, medium, and late transplants of the season. read more

France: Lidl acquires the first green hydrogen vehicle in the mass retail sector. Following the opening of Europe's first green hydrogen-powered logistics platform in Carquefou (Loire-Atlantique) in March 2022, Lidl is reinforcing its dedication to eco-friendly delivery practices. read more

Przemysł owoców w Nowej Zelandii jest bardzo zorientowany na eksport i musi przestrzegać surowych standardów eksportowych. Rozwiązaniem problemu zanieczyszczenia szkodnikami, który utrudniał eksport do kluczowych rynków, było znalezienie wysokociśnieniowej myjni owoców, która powstała w wyniku współpracy między Plant and Food Research NZ. read more

Selection and qualification of new high-quality varieties of pigmented oranges and seedless lemons, control of dry rot in lemon groves, and extension of shelf life for high commercial value lemons. These are the objectives of the Top Citrus project presented at Crea di Acireale and included in the... read more

Last week, two additional companies were connected to Warmtenetwerk, Westland's heat network. As part of this process, the delivery sets were also tested. Currently, Lans Tomaten Maasdijk and Roy Batist of Batist Gerbera's are all set to start. During the testing of the delivery set, various... read more

According to a report from the Dutch magazine 'Levensmiddelenkrant', the collaboration focuses on the product range, logistics, and quality management. However, both companies will continue to operate independently. Heemskerk will supply fresh products. read more