Container shipping has seen a remarkable improvement in financial performance, going from a net loss of US$700 million in the last quarter of 2023 to a net income of US$5.4 billion in the early months of the current year. This turnaround is credited to diversions around the Red. read more

Georgia has a rich agricultural history in fresh produce thanks to factors such as a favorable climate and a long growing season. During periods when fresh produce cannot be actively grown and harvested, growers could benefit from diversifying their income streams through value-added markets. read more

The comparison between the retail world and the production world can offer very interesting insights to understand some dynamics of our sector. And that's what happened during the last Macfrut, at the conference "Together to live the change", organized by La Grande Bellezza. read more

SanLucar has been a service partner of VfB Stuttgart since the current Bundesliga season. The fresh produce brand is now expanding its collaboration in professional sports with partnerships as a Freshness Partner of the Berlin Ladies Open and Boss Open in Stuttgart, which will take place in June. read more

The Mexican Association of Protected Horticulture (AMHPAC) has reported that the area of protected agriculture planted in Mexico reached 47,252 hectares in 2021, marking a 1.8% increase compared to the previous year. Various cultivation methods within this sector allow for controlled... read more

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd., a global container liner shipping company, has announced its consolidated results for the three months ended March 31, 2024. First Quarter 2024 highlights Net income for the first quarter was $92 million (compared to a net loss of $58 million in the first read more

On May 16th in Rionegro, Antioquia, a workshop focused on the environmental sustainability of floriculture took place, organized by Asocolflores in partnership with Cornare. This event, aimed at all flower-growing companies, both affiliated and non-affiliated, featured participants including read more

When consumers go to the grocery store, they expect their produce, such as broccoli, to appear, feel, and taste fresh. This expectation drives University of Florida scientist Tie Liu to research methods for preserving the freshness of vegetables. In a recently published study, Liu and his team examined the physiological and... read more

Danziger will present their new varieties at various international events in June. During the first two weeks of the month, they will be in Africa, Europe, and the USA, showcasing their entire range, including the latest innovations, while also significantly expanding their SENTI™ Roses collection. read more

The wide range of more sustainable and affordable food items is the focus of the discount store's new campaign, which launched on May 21st. Various commercials feature individuals in different situations and circumstances having dinner together. Included in the campaign are: The read more

Tosca, a global leader in innovative packaging solutions, announces the launch of its latest product line in Europe: the Low Folding Bins. Designed to revolutionize retail logistics, these containers are set to transform the way in which. read more

Solar panels are becoming increasingly popular. More and more companies are installing them on their rooftops and, in the greenhouse industry, they are also being installed on water basins more frequently. In 2023, Zon Op Waterbassin installed a total of 33,000 solar panels across 19 water basins. read more

Ethiopian Airlines recently opened the renovated Domestic Terminal at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The expansion and renovation project, which cost 50 million USD, has greatly improved the terminal. The total built-up area has more than doubled to 25,750 m2, and the terminal's handling capacity has increased as well. read more

Growers could soon have access to customized local weather forecasts through an innovative program that combines artificial intelligence and machine learning with traditional weather forecasting methods. This cutting-edge technology aims to provide accurate and detailed forecasts tailored to the specific needs of farmers. read more

Sustainability and digitalization. Two words that are now indispensable even in the fruit and vegetable sector, but, as often happens, there is a certain superficiality in addressing such important issues. Undoubtedly, these are complex topics that have not scared off QGS, Talea. read more

The Pink Lady® Europe Association has always had a special focus on sustainability issues, as outlined in its "Commitment Charter," a manifesto shared by all members that includes 14 commitments related to social, economic, and environmental sustainability. read more

Artificial intelligence is slowly taking up more and more space in our everyday lives, and this will also be the case in shopping at retail stores and in the produce departments. read more

There is a delicate balance between retaining water for plant uptake between irrigations and maintaining optimal air space of 25-50% to enhance root respiration in a container. Several factors can influence these parameters. The components of a substrate are the most commonly involved. read more

"Small farmers are one of the most underutilized resources in Africa," says Tendai Chitapi, co-founder of Kuronga, "because no-one has put their hand up to coordinate and manage them. That's the feedback we always get from potential buyers: small farmers are too fragmented, they say, and their" read more

The National Food Safety Agency of Moldova has approved the export of products from Gagauz farmers to the Russian market. This announcement was made by Sergey Ibrishim, the head of the agricultural complex department of Gagauzia, on May 21. He noted that the necessary documents have already been submitted. read more