During the last GreenTech edition, Heliospectra launched a new 1500-watt lighting fixture specifically designed for professional greenhouse farming. The company has taken a step forward in energy efficiency and light management with the Mitra X series, stated Joost van Rooij, sales manager at Heliospectra. read more

Expansion works are underway at the Altedo plant, and the renovation of the Apofruit warehouse for processing fruit and vegetable products will be completed within a few weeks. This is a particularly important project for the cooperative, which required a significant investment. read more

Sakata America Holding Company, a subsidiary of Sakata Seed Corporation, is pleased to announce the opening of its new headquarters, the Sakata Woodland Innovation Center. Situated on 219 acres of agricultural land in Yolo County, California, this facility represents a major milestone in the company's growth. read more

Tosca, a company specialized in reusable packaging solutions, has published the 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the significant progress made during 2023. "At Tosca, sustainability is an integral part of our DNA," said CEO Eric Frank. read more

Janssen PMP and Fresh Inset have partnered to exclusively commercialize Fresh Inset’s Vidre+ technology in Europe. read more

After the acquisition of Bio On by Maip Group last year, Zeropack, the sustainable packaging company in which Bio On and Rivoira Group each hold a 50 percent stake, is returning to the market with a reinforced strategy that emphasizes innovation and sustainability. read more

Global berry specialist Hortifrut has created an interactive virtual reality tool that offers consumers and trade professionals a vivid look into the berry production process. read more

Royal Peterson Control Union (RCPU), a global supply chain advisory business based in the Netherlands, has acquired a majority stake in Dutch agri-consultancy Delphy. read more

Fears are increasing among Chile's fruit exporters regarding the impact of the strike by longshoremen in US East Coast ports. With approximately 580 containers currently at sea and expected to arrive in the next few days, there are concerns about potential delays in unloading shipments at the 36 affected ports. read more

Floward has announced that it has been selected to participate in the Ministry of Economy and Planning's (MEP) Sustainability Champions Program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With the support of Alsulaiman Group as its mentor, Floward will be joining other organizations such as Extra, Saudia Cargo, Johnson Controls, and Nesma in the program. read more

Antolin, a global provider of automotive interior technology solutions, has announced the launch of persiSKIN AUTO®, a leather made mostly from kaki waste, co-developed with Spanish startup PersiSKIN. The aim of this product is to offer an eco-friendly alternative to traditional animal and synthetic leather. read more

After the acquisition of BIO ON's shares by the Maip Group in June of last year, Zeropack returns to the market with a strengthened strategy focused on innovation and sustainability. In Fruit. read more

Sormac will be presenting its vegetable and fruit processing equipment at two consecutive trade shows this fall in the US. The company will start at the Global Produce and Floral Show in October and then move on to Pack Expo in November, where Sormac staff will showcase the machinery. read more

The modernization of two SPAR Supermarkets in Gran Canaria continues as SPAR Gran Canaria invests in upgrading its stores. The recent renovations at the SPAR Supermarkets in Carrizal and Santa Brigida have greatly enhanced infrastructure and energy efficiency. read more

From 8 to 10 October, Ortoverde (Foodiverse Group) will be present at booth C04 in pavilion 7 at Fruit Attraction, the leading trade fair in Europe for fruits and vegetables. read more

Grodan has once again partnered with Signify to carry out a second research trial in Botany, Netherlands, with the goal of optimizing year-round tomato cultivation. The trial aims to enhance energy efficiency by implementing spectral dimming in the full LED setup, utilizing climate screens, and incorporating energy recovery methods. read more

With visitors from over 45 countries, Syngenta could expect a significant amount of international interest during Fields of Innovation 2024. In the fresh market, Syngenta unveiled a remarkable innovation in the vegetable section: white Romanesco. They also expanded their onion varieties with. read more

Fresh Inset and Janssen PMP collaborated to assess the Vidre+™ technology for preserving and transporting fruits and vegetables after harvest. The Vidre+ stickers and pads significantly enhanced the quality of produce during storage,… read more

The strike by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) at US East Coast ports has entered its second day, drawing significant attention to the duration of this labor action and its potential impact on global shipping and capacity. Currently, shipping lines are operating at full capacity. read more

Multi-year supply chain contract with product buy-back guarantee, high degree of mechanization and low labor requirements, cost-effective and trackable investments in the Operational Plan, high profitability in the medium/long term, and finally, a hardy crop that requires. read more