Despite reports of truck shortages affecting potato and onion markets in the western U.S., growers and shippers are stating that they have not observed any impact on rates yet. Last week, it was reported that the western United States was experiencing truck shortages, with the trucking industry undergoing changes. read more

Circular innovation from agro-industrial waste and cultivated microalgae

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Wykorzystanie sztucznej inteligencji do opracowania odmian bardziej odpornej i łatwiejszej w uprawie, wszystko bez manipulacji genetycznej? To obietnica złożona przez Avalo, amerykańską start-up z siedzibą w Karolinie Północnej. Za pomocą algorytmu, sztuczna inteligencja zidentyfikuje wybrany gen odpornościowy. read more

During the 2024 Almond Conference, the leadership of the Almond Board of California provided insights into the current state and future prospects of the industry. Clarice Turner, the president and CEO of the board, along with Alexi Rodriguez, presented on the industry's demand dynamics and sustainability efforts. read more

Energia stała się gorącym tematem dla plantatorów szklarni w ostatnich latach - ale w Village Farms stała się priorytetem ponad dekadę temu, gdy firma założyła swoje przedsiębiorstwo zależne, VF Clean Energy. Ta inicjatywa przekształciła gaz z wysypiska śmieci w czystą energię, dostarczając prąd dla BC Hydro. read more

Grupo Agroponiente has reported significant growth in the summer season at its five collection centers in the Sierra de Granada. The company's logistics centers, particularly those situated in the mountain areas of Zafarraya, Jayena, Benalúa de Guadix, and Canlines in Granada, have seen a notable increase. read more

BioTherm ogłosił wprowadzenie na rynek swojego Ultimate Grower Climate Control System - kompleksowego rozwiązania zaprojektowanego do optymalizacji każdego aspektu zarządzania środowiskiem w przestrzeniach uprawowych. Ta technologia łączy precyzję, efektywność i wydajność, aby dostarczyć uprawcom kompleksowe

BioTherm has announced the launch of its Ultimate Grower Climate Control System—an all-in-one solution designed to optimize every aspect of environmental management in cultivation spaces. This technology combines precision, efficiency, and performance to provide growers with comprehensive read more

The shipping company CMA CGM has announced a €40 million investment to improve the Lyon-Port of Fos-sur-Mer (Marseille) river route. This initiative is intended to boost freight transportation along the Rhône and has the potential to double the volume of container freight on the river by 2032. read more

Riccardo Martini, the managing director of DCS Tramaco, an international transport company specializing in refrigerated shipping, predicts that the year 2025 will bring significant changes to the global shipping industry. "At the start of 2025," says Martini, read more

These proposals aim to strengthen the position of farmers and rebuild trust among stakeholders in the agricultural and food supply chain. read more

In the UK, the importation of 43% of vegetables and 85% of fruit raises questions about the sustainability of our food supply chains. Supermarkets offer a year-round selection of produce that often hides the origins and seasons of the items. Seasonal eating, however, is a key step towards more sustainable… read more

Po szeroko zakrojonych protestach rolniczych na początku 2024 roku, Komisja Europejska przedstawiła dokument refleksyjny, w którym przedstawiono konkretne pomysły mające na celu poprawę sytuacji rolników w łańcuchu dostaw żywności. Copa and Cogeca chwalą proaktywne podejście Komisarza Hansena, który w zaledwie 10 dni od read more

"Banapeel is a home-compostable packaging, specifically designed for bananas, offering biodegradability and extended freshness," says Dr. Ravi Sankar Ummidi, Chief Technical Officer and Co-Founder of fresh produce packaging manufacturer PeelON.inc. read more

The freight and shipping industry is calling for the immediate reopening of Holyhead Port after it was forced to close due to damage caused by Storm Darragh. The port, a crucial link for maritime traffic between Ireland and the UK, has been non-operational since the weekend, disrupting the busiest time for. read more

Singapore Flower Delivery Pte Ltd has announced the acquisition of Singapore Florist, a local florist with a 37-year history of serving the community, for an undisclosed sum. Singapore Florist will maintain its operations under its current brand name, Singapore Flower Delivery Pte Ltd. The company is... read more

Amigo Plant not only offers 60 varieties from the standard assortment of succulents but also dyed versions. This Dutch succulent grower has been dyeing plants for over 15 years. The water-based dyes used in this process are environmentally friendly and safe for the plants. read more

At Macfrut 2025, the big news is The Healthy Food Show. An experiential arena focusing on the importance of innovation in the production of foods that promote health and well-being, bringing together scientific experts, top chefs, and nationally renowned figures. read more

Could you live without vegetables? Well, know that 46% of European pepper production, 45% of cucumber production, and 29% of tomato production are grown in solar greenhouses. "We are strategic," not only for Europe, as Manuel Lainez, Director of Innovation and Development, has pointed out. read more

During the upcoming Potato Expo in Orlando, Florida, from January 9-10, Haith, in partnership with its US agent, Fox Solutions, will showcase the latest developments in packhouse technologies, with a special focus on box-filling solutions. The vegetable handling equipment manufacturer is expected to present its newest innovations. read more

ATG Ingeniería's equipment for controlling Tuta absoluta, Biocaptur, has been certified by the CAAE as an input for organic production and is currently the only product in its class to have obtained this certification. Biocaptur's light technology is ushering in a new era in pest control. read more