It is clear that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have a significant impact on our lives. What is more complex is understanding how much and in what ways it will change them. Certainly, unlike technological revolutions of the past, it will be a fast and relentless process that will affect every aspect, including the read more

Syngenta has announced a new investment of 9.6 million euros to expand and equip its R&D facilities in El Ejido with the latest technology. This was announced during a meeting they had

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The renovated Verona store is emblematic for understanding the path that NaturaSì is following and the features that characterize the image of the network and the assortment. The store, also featured on Gdoweek, focuses on some key points: sustainability and innovation, products. read more

From wool-based fertilizer to anti-aging cosmetics with kiwi and olive pit extracts, to the project aimed at "detoxifying" technology addicts known as hikikomori, these are some of the innovations presented at the Coldiretti Green Oscars in the Venice Village. read more

Already at work, the organizational machinery of Macfrut 2025 is in motion with the first international missions confirming the increasingly international character of the fruit and vegetable supply chain fair. Less than two months from the conclusion of the fair, in these days the president of Macfrut, Renzo Piraccini, has travelled… read more

Continuous decrease in consumption, staff shortages, and increasing costs are forcing the fruit and vegetable supply chain to undergo an efficiency process that is difficult to implement but at the same time unavoidable. It is now clear to everyone that the time has come for distributors and producers to manage the read more

The American giant Walmart has recently announced that it will be experimenting with a new technology to obtain real-time information on crops in the field and improve product sourcing decisions. The initiative, in partnership with Agritask - a company specializing in agricultural intelligence. read more

The logistics company DP World, based in the Emirates, is making significant investments in its port terminals in Peru and Ecuador to enhance capacities and operational efficiency. In the coming months, the company will be advancing the project to expand. read more

The president of the Andalusian Institute of Agricultural, Fisheries, Food and Organic Production Research and Training (Ifapa), Marta Bosquet, and the general director of the

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In a global context, where technological innovation and agricultural sustainability have become top priorities, Interpoma Congress confirms its position as a must-attend event for the apple industry: world-renowned experts will gather in Bolzano from November 21 to 22, 2024. read more

Representing the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), Guy Massey from Joseph Rochfords Gardens Limited and Jennifer Pheasey, HTA's Director of Public Affairs, were invited to present on topics relevant to European supply chains at the European Nurserystock Association (ENA) Summer meeting in... read more

This Friday, Bayer held a cucumber conference in Motril. An event where they showcased the latest innovations in their variety portfolio, as well as crop protection solutions and digital tools. read more

The Pack!FROOOT® is a simple package that surprises when analyzed. A single sheet of paper is capable of grouping between 2-6 pieces of fruit. read more

Expanding its refrigerated container capabilities, Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) has acquired 300 Carrier Transicold PrimeLINE® container refrigeration units. Carrier Transicold is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions. "We are excited. read more

In a global context where technological innovation and agricultural sustainability have become top priorities, the Interpoma Congress is confirmed as the golden meeting point. read more

Austria: Lidl appoints Michael Kunz as new CEO
Lidl Austria has announced the appointment of Michael Kunz as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1st August 2024. Kunz will take over the position from Alessandro Wolf, according to the retailer.

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Turkish food delivery giant Getir raises $250 million read more

Lilibet, a new apple variety from Italy, has been introduced. This is the result of a partnership agreement signed between CIV and the Piedmontese company Sanifrutta, an agricultural cooperative with two warehouses in Costigliole Saluzzo and Verzuolo in Italy. The goal was to begin experimentation for the development of this new variety. read more

In Spain, an artificial intelligence (AI) system has been used in peach orchards to count and estimate the number of tree flowers with an accuracy of 90%, surpassing the 50% to 70% accuracy of manual counts. This AI technology is a collaborative development by the National Robotarium. read more

Hugh Lowe Farms in Kent, England, produces approximately 5,000 tonnes of strawberries and 1,000 tonnes of raspberries and blackberries. In addition to being a leading soft fruit grower in the UK, the farm is also pioneering the use of commercial robotic harvesting. read more

Over a year ago, Robert Blomsteel and Ron den Hoedt founded EDN, a company that specializes in importing and exporting organic and conventional fruits and vegetables. In December, they relocated to a new office in Barendrecht. The organic products, sold under the brand name EDN Organic Freshness, make up approximately 60% of the total volume. read more