Approximately 60 consortium partners and other interested parties gathered at the Fruit Research Centre (FRC) in Randwijk to conclude the project The Next Fruit 4.0. Over the past four years, this project has focused on technological innovations aimed at improving fruit cultivation. read more

DP World will increase the capacity of the London Gateway port by constructing two new ship berths, bringing the total to six berths capable of accommodating the largest container ships in the world. Additionally, the site will be expanded to include a second rail terminal in order to... read more

The perishable logistics firm PML Seafrigo has stated that it is ready to assist UK produce businesses impacted by the unforeseen closure of Heathrow airport today (21 March). read more

The Bayer. Mushrooms and Forest Fruits Uwe Niklas GmbH, a leading company in the field of fresh, dried, and frozen mushrooms, presented a groundbreaking innovation at this year's FRUIT LOGISTICA: the new Fresh-Cut line. This product line offers read more

As reported by QS citing the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL), the use of Fonganil Gold is permitted for combating downy mildew in the cultivation of young plants of lettuce and fresh herbs. The emergency authorization is valid from March 14, 2025, until July 11, 2025. read more

On Monday, March 17, Aad Verduijn gave his last tour of the World Horti Center. Aad, who has worked as a "HortiXpert" for more than seven years, conducted approximately 300 tours of the horticultural sector's knowledge and innovation center during that time. It was a great opportunity for him. read more

The Agricultural Cooperative OrtoRomis will be present at Agricoltura È, an event promoted by the Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, which will take place in Rome, at Piazza della Repubblica, on March 24, 25, and 26. It will be an experiential village, an immersive event open to all attendees. read more

Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, introduced the Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill in the UK parliament. The bill aims to secure fair prices for farmers and food producers across the UK by strengthening the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA), encouraging local food sourcing, and read more

The call for proposals ISI has been launched for the modernization of the agricultural machinery fleet, aimed at making field work technologically advanced in Puglia, where accidents have decreased by 2.2% thanks to the efforts made by companies that have already contributed to making work safer. read more

The export of fruit and vegetables to the Caribbean is facing significant challenges, including uncertainties in sea freight and price fluctuations. A major logistical issue is the frequent last-minute cancellation of shipments by shipping companies, which disrupts trade stability. As a result, some companies have opted to send their products to other markets. read more

Royal FloraHolland (RFH), Plantion, and Veiling Rhein-Maas (VRM) have collectively agreed to discontinue the use of the Electronic Delivery Note (EAB) by 2025 and transition all deliveries for auction and direct trade to be processed through Floriday. This move is aimed at improving trading possibilities for both growers and buyers, ultimately benefiting them. read more

On March 1, 2025, the Senior Court of Yunnan Province ruled in favor of Selecta Flowers Technology Hangzhou Co., Ltd. (Selecta one China) in a trademark infringement case against Songming Songyang Hongyang Flower Plantation. The court found that Hongyang Plantation used Selecta's registered trademark without authorization. read more

"In the case of marigolds, the implementation of this affordable technology led to a 21% enhancement in bud and flower growth," stated Roy Weller from Aquapulse water technology. Aquapulse is an irrigation technology that utilizes nano and micro bubble systems to alter water properties. What distinguishes it is its capacity to read more

"In the case of marigolds, the utilization of this affordable technology led to a 21% boost in bud and flower growth," stated Roy Weller from Aquapulse water technology, which is an irrigation system that utilizes nano and micro bubble systems to alter water characteristics. What distinguishes it is its capability to read more

The food technology manufacturer KRONEN GmbH reported a revenue of €21.0 million in the 2024 business year, showing a 6% increase compared to the previous year. Despite facing broader economic challenges, the company is maintaining its growth momentum, driven by international sales in around 120 countries. read more

At the XIII International Blueberry Conference, the latest model of the Kubota XTA series sprayer, the 2115 model, was presented. This device, which has not been available on berry plantations before, has sparked great interest among growers thanks to its innovative features. read more

There are six of us, all highly qualified in the field of nutrition, food technology, and food microbiology, aware, with data in hand, that "health comes from eating," as explained in the event's slogan. We are the scientific experts who will support the well-known testimonials. read more

On March 1, 2025, the Senior Court of Yunnan Province ruled in favor of Selecta Flowers Technology Hangzhou Co., Ltd. (Selecta one China) in a trademark infringement case against Songming Songyang Hongyang Flower Plantation. The court found that Hongyang Plantation used Selecta's registered trademark without authorization. read more

With immediate effect, MPS is introducing MPS-Compact, a new certification standard specifically tailored for small-scale growers. This certification provides growers with an annual turnover of up to €250,000 a simple solution to fulfill the market's 100% sustainability certification requirement. read more

On Monday, March 17, Aad Verduijn gave his last tour of the World Horti Center. Aad, who has worked as a "HortiXpert" for more than seven years, conducted approximately 300 tours of the horticultural sector's knowledge and innovation center during that time. It was a great opportunity for him. read more