Family-run business A. Noort BV was originally a scheduled carrier operating routes to Germany. However, since 2015, they have shifted their focus to e-commerce through their webshop, including Floriday. Collaborating with international growers is crucial for their operations. One of their partners is Native Blooms, a rose nursery from Ecuador. A. Noort read more

Sea-Intelligence has released issue 160 of the Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, which includes schedule reliability data up to and including November 2024. The report is extensive, covering schedule reliability on 34 different trade lanes and over 60 carriers. read more

Leaders from a US dockworkers' union and their employers are set to resume contract negotiations on January 7, as a deadline approaches and the possibility of a strike that could disrupt major ports along the US East and Gulf coasts. These ports handle approximately half of the country's container traffic. read more

A series of studies has unveiled important findings regarding the perceptions of sustainable practices within the floral industry among U.S. consumers and florists. These studies have also highlighted regional variations in attitudes and willingness to pay for environmentally friendly options. The results offer a thorough understanding of how... read more

Mjko GmbH (formerly Weiße Köpfe), a company based in Lower Saxony, has expanded its Hoheging site to include a new mushroom farm. With a total of seven sites in Germany, Mjko GmbH supplies organic and button mushrooms to retailers and organic food stores throughout the country. The latest expansion was aimed at increasing production capacity and meeting the growing demand for their products. read more

The current mango season in Peru has proven to be a challenge for exporters, as they are facing various obstacles that are affecting logistics and the sector's competitiveness in global markets. Sofia Wong, the commercial manager of Sunshine Export S.A.S., states that "the impact..." read more

Air New Zealand takes on the challenge of transporting over five million kilograms of cargo during the holiday season, with New Zealand cherries playing a significant role in this operation. These cherries, known for their quality and freshness, are highly sought after worldwide. read more

The bankruptcy trustee of DecoNova Young Plants B.V. in Roelofarendsveen and Nieuwveen has reached an agreement with Straathof Plants B.V. "An immediate takeover was deemed necessary to maintain the quality of the plant material and ensure the timely delivery of orders to customers." read more

Gill Hodgson from Everingham in Yorkshire has been awarded an MBE for Services to Floristry in the New Year Honours List 2025. Passionate about British-grown flowers and sustainability, Gill Hodgson has "transformed" the world of floristry in the UK. Gill is the founder of Flowers from the Farm, an organization... read more

The market for Multipurpose Vessels (MPVs) is looking positive for charterers and shipowners, despite challenges such as geopolitical conflicts and anticipated trade tariffs. This optimism is mainly driven by the demand for project cargo, which supports the utilization of Project Carriers and helps sustain higher... read more

Santander has funded the Spanish agri-food sector with €5.3 billion in 2024, an increase of 23% compared to the previous year. Companies in the agri-food sector have focused on strengthening their investment in R&D, with new machinery that includes GPS and field sensors. read more

A small trade delegation from East West Trade & Consulting visited Turkmenistan from December 2-6. The delegation, comprised of five companies, specialized in greenhouse construction, refrigeration plants, and seed expertise. read more

W roku 2024 TopControl dalej umocnił swoją reputację jako dostawca rozwiązań automatyzacji i systemów dla branży spożywczej oraz owoców i warzyw. Dzięki wyraźnemu skupieniu na innowacjach i orientacji na klienta, firma osiągnęła znaczące kamienie milowe, w tym read more

A team of researchers from the Genetic Improvement and Biotechnology of Strawberry Group at the Andalusian Institute of Research and Training in Agriculture, Fisheries, Food, and

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With an API link, you can easily make purchases through your own software platform on Floriday's supply. Dutch garden center Intratuin recently achieved this milestone in collaboration with the software platform Freshportal. Floriday discussed this with Michaïl (supply chain operations manager at Intratuin), Dennis. read more

Signed trade agreements are creating a favorable environment for coconuts to become a significant industrial crop in Vietnam. However, this situation also poses a challenge that requires a strategy for sustainable development to ensure that coconut products meet the increasing quality standards. read more

His family business has been importing fresh produce from Spain for over 60 years. "Spain plays a crucial role in providing Europe with citrus fruits, leafy greens, and greenhouse vegetables, especially during the winter months," he explains. "Despite facing various challenges, including the recent storm DANA, imports from Spain continue to flow smoothly." Christiaan van Ravenswaaij emphasizes the importance of Spain in the European fresh produce market and the resilience of the supply chain despite external factors. read more

Certhon's core mission is simple yet ambitious: "Growing anything, anywhere. For everyone." Specializing in the development of high-tech greenhouses and systems, they are committed to creating solutions that enable the production of fresh, sustainable food anywhere in the world. read more

DFM Technologies is a manufacturer of soil moisture sensors based in the Western Cape, exporting to over 30 fruit-producing countries worldwide. "Our company's continued growth is directly correlated to changing climate conditions, and the need for more effective irrigation management," says an... read more

Air New Zealand Cargo is currently facilitating the transportation of approximately 5,000,000 kilograms of cargo during December and January, with a focus on exporting New Zealand's fresh produce worldwide. Anne Dunne, General Manager of Cargo at Air New Zealand, emphasized the airline's role in connecting. read more