Precision agriculture, also known as agriculture 4.0, integrates technological tools such as sensors, satellites, drones, and geographic information systems (GIS) to monitor and analyze soil conditions, climate, and crop status. These technologies read more

Up until the 1950s, most flowers encountered in the UK were grown in the UK. However, significant investment from the Dutch government in the 1950s led to the arrival of the first airfreighted blooms, followed by the introduction of 'Flying Dutchman' flower lorries in the 1980s. This led to Dutch flowers dominating the market, and today they account for 86 percent of the market share. read more

Up until the 1950s, the majority of flowers encountered in the UK were grown in the UK. However, significant investment from the Dutch government in the 1950s led to the first airfreighted blooms arriving, followed by the introduction of 'Flying Dutchman' flower lorries in the 1980s. This established market dominance, and today 86 per cent of flowers in the UK are imported. read more

It's a wrap! Well, almost. GreenTech 2024 will come to a close in a few hours, today at 4:00 PM. A large (inter)national audience has had the opportunity to explore all the machinery lines, robotics, and inquire in more detail about the solutions offered by providers. read more

Since the launch of the "North West Academy" format, interest has been growing year after year for an event that is unparalleled in the world of maritime transport of perishable goods in reefer containers. It is a moment that allows sharing of know-how with industry experts. read more

The robotic gripper, developed by researchers at Washington State University, is designed to delicately pick the majority of apples from a tree without causing any damage to the fruit. This innovative gripper is a key component of a robotic system that the researchers envision will eventually be able to handle fruit picking and other agricultural tasks on farms. read more

Raport przedwyborczy przewiduje, że brytyjski sektor logistyczny znacząco się rozwinie, pod warunkiem poprawy gospodarki i wsparcia rządu. read more

The first trade fair of its kind nationwide in Germany was dedicated to the question: How can e-transformation be successful in delivery traffic? The exhibition, along with a supporting stage program, provided 800 invited guests with insights into the world of e-mobility. In total, nine manufacturers presented their electric trucks. read more

Both Lidl Germany and Lidl Belgium had introduced the labeling, on the German discounter's website interested consumers could find extensive information material on the topic of sustainability labeling. read more

Hort Innovation has made available the most up-to-date and comprehensive consumer data on Australian fruits, vegetables, and nuts through a new platform called Hort IQ. read more

Stacked Farm's first fully automated robotic vertical farm on the Gold Coast, Australia has reached full production as the company looks to expand further. read more

Holland Scherming and Alumat Zeeman have teamed up to introduce two new screen components aimed at maximizing energy savings, reducing installation time, and lowering CO2 emissions: Smart Leading Edge and Smart Closing Edge. Smart Leading Edge is a screen profile designed to enhance light and energy efficiency. read more

AgeonTech®, the crop consulting division of Ageon Srl, the Italian company with 30 years of experience in soilless cultures, will be showcasing at GreenTech with an international crop advisory program packed with new features. "Over the past few years, we have put in a lot of effort to develop a consulting program that utilizes the latest... read more

The passages through the Suez Canal have decreased by 50% in the first weeks of 2024, and with the choice of the longer route around the Cape of Good Hope, maritime freight rates to the Mediterranean have increased by 44%. read more

While consumers are demanding sustainably produced fruits and vegetables from the industry, they are not willing to pay a premium for it. This was one of the main messages conveyed during this year's State of the Industry panel at Hort Connections. This year, the annual conference event took a different turn. read more

In recent years, the melon supply chain has focused on improving the organoleptic quality that reaches Italian tables. This mantra was reiterated in the latest IFN livestream (click here for more details), highlighting how each individual player plays a role. read more

Trzy zwycięzców wyłoniono podczas Hackathonu Innowacji Rolniczych, który odbył się w regionie Niniwa w Iraku. Miejscowe MŚP Nabu, BSF i Aero Plant wyróżniły się pomysłami na rozwiązanie wyzwań związanych z niedoborem wody i zrównoważoną uprawą rolną spowodowaną malejącym poziomem wód. read more

Serma, official dealer of Linde Material Handling for Aragon and Soria, commemorates its 40 years of experience in the intralogistics sector.

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"At a recent stop on the South Africa tour, Johan Cronjé, lead product developer at GLOBALG.A.P., stated, 'Five years ago, we had to explain the concept of sustainability. Today everyone knows, and five years from now, it will be your license to trade.' He urged producers from Southern Africa to become aware of this shift." read more

This year as well, Pianeta Rosso was a 360° journey to discover the tomato; a comparison between consumers and experts to understand the main characteristics that berries must have to conquer the supply chain. The immersive experience created by Agroter and MacFrutha involved read more