The pressure to act quickly for a remedy is high. This is where the SOLP project comes in: Researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute, HHI, together with partners, are developing an AI-supported predictive system for truck drivers and freight forwarders, which takes into account the available data. read more

Users can access reference prices for living wages by goods or countries through an interactive map. Users can also download a report that highlights the factors influencing the individual prices and how they were calculated. Additionally, read more

Tomorrow, as part of Agrifood Future 2024, a national event on the food system and technologies supporting the supply chain organized by Unioncamere and the Chamber of Commerce of Salerno, Roberto Della Casa (pictured at the beginning) will present two events to delve into the new dynamics of the market. read more

The agriculture sector in Hanoi is currently prioritizing the establishment of a stable market and production based on demand, the development of value chains, and the utilization of digital technology in transactions to guarantee sustainable growth. This approach is emphasized by Nguyen Xuan Dai, the Director of the municipal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. read more

On September 3rd, Restrain Germany organized a webinar on the utilization of ethylene-based sprout inhibitors in potato storage. The webinar specifically highlighted the newly developed 'Precision Ethylene Treatment' (PET) technology, which is an enhanced method for controlling and sustaining the appropriate ethylene levels in potatoes. read more

Novem has agreed to terms to purchase BC Tree Fruits' largest controlled atmosphere and cold chain storage facility in Kelowna, B.C. Before finalizing the transaction, Novem will lease the facility on an emergency basis to enable the tree-fruit industry to prevent the potential loss of up to 25 million fruits. read more

Biotechnologists from Queensland University of Technology are about to taste a genetically modified (GM) banana named QCAV-4, marking a significant milestone in Australia and globally as it is the first GM fruit approved for commercial production worldwide. This development comes after... read more

A shipment of tomato seeds from CNUS Vegetable Seeds, Inc. in Jiuquan City successfully reached Kenya after passing the quarantine inspection by Jiuquan Customs under Lanzhou Customs. Yang Meirong, the company's manager, mentioned that the customs department provided technology and customs support. read more

Family-owned exporter of baby vegetables and exotic fruit, Imifino Exports, has recently marked its first year in business. Owner Vincent Keesenberg brings years of experience in fresh exports via sea freight and air freight, but has chosen to shift focus to air freight. Imifino Exports has partnered with Above and Beyond Logistics to enhance their distribution capabilities and reach. read more

Tharfield Nursery, one of the largest specialist edible plant nurseries in New Zealand, has enhanced its operations and efficiency by switching to NZPPI plant trolleys for transporting its 400,000 plants across the country. Background on Tharfield Nursery: Tharfield Nursery is situated in Katikati. read more

In line with its commitment to supporting local communities, as outlined in its sustainability strategy, Orsero S.p.A., a leader in the Mediterranean Europe for importing and distributing fresh produce, supports the project "Together with...". read more

Brazil has a year-round ginger season, but volumes are lower during the first part of the season, between January and May. During that time, the product is shipped to the United States and Europe by air. As soon as the product is mature enough, around June/July, vessels become the main form of transportation. read more

This week, Drewry's World Container Index fell by 8% to $4,775 per 40-foot container. The latest Drewry WCI composite index, valued at $4,775 per 40-foot container, is 236% higher than the average rate of $1,420 in 2019 (pre-pandemic), but 54% lower than the peak during the last pandemic. read more

The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has raised concerns about the low profits generated from Nigeria's onion trade, despite being one of Africa's top producers. Nigeria produces almost two million tons of onions every year, but most of them are sold in their raw state. read more

Logistics UK has cautioned that there may be higher food prices and shortages in supply due to delays resulting from the implementation of the European Entry and Exit System (EES). read more

However, trade logistics is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by technological advancements, evolving market demands, and an uncertain trading environment. The EHI study "Success Factors of Modern Trade Logistics" conducted for the first time, highlights this changing landscape. read more

This was emphasized by the State Secretary in the Ministry of Food, Rural Affairs and Consumer Protection, Sabine Kurtz, on the occasion of the opening of the fruit juice season of the Association of Agricultural Business Enterprises (VdAW). read more

The difference is made by the software. Thanks to AI, it only takes a few hours for the high-tech device to be deployed in a culture previously unknown to it, the Agricultural Information Service (LID) reports. read more

While fruit is being processed at Redland's packhouse in Shepparton, Australia, the absence of human involvement is noticeable. A variety of apples, pears, and citrus fruits pass through sorting machines and water pre-sizers before being placed in bins and transported to storage using a fully automated high-bay system that is integrated with. read more

Nowe badania przeprowadzone przez grupę biznesową Logistics UK podnoszą perspektywę wzrostu cen żywności i możliwość braków w sklepach w wyniku opóźnień spowodowanych wdrożeniem nowego Europejskiego Systemu Wjazdów i Wyjazdów (EES). Pracując wspólnie z niezależnymi ekspertami od modelowania MDS Transmodal, read more