If you are in charge of overseeing produce procurement, the question is no longer whether to import fresh fruit from Egypt, but how to do it efficiently, according to the European Business Review. Thanks to year-round sunshine, fertile Nile soils, and strategic shipping lanes, Egypt has become a major player in the industry. read more

Sektor rolnictwa i ogrodnictwa w Flandrii czyni solidne postępy w zrównoważonym rozwoju, dzięki częściowo wsparciu finansowemu dla inwestycji rolnych z Flamandzkiego Funduszu Inwestycji Rolniczych (VLIF). Ostatnia analiza skoncentrowała się na inwestycjach dokonanych w latach 2016-2024, ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem...

The Flemish agriculture and horticulture sector is making solid progress in sustainability, thanks in part to financial support for farm investments from the Flemish Agricultural Investment Fund (VLIF). A recent analysis looked at investments made between 2016 and 2024, focusing in particular on... read more

"Completing the entire supply chain of a fresh product and processing it before it reaches consumers is the most effective way to enhance its value. This approach not only boosts profitability but also ensures continuous monitoring of quality parameters, which might otherwise be." read more

Walmart customer calls cops after his self-checkout avocado mishap charged $1,300
A Walmart customer called the police after mistakenly overcharging himself for avocados at the self-checkout kiosk and then accused the store of "robbing" him. The unusual incident was reported by a Walmart employee. read more

L'Insalata dell'Orto (www.linsalatadellorto.it), among the main players in the Italian fresh-cut industry and the leading European producer of edible flowers, was one of the first companies in the Italian fruit and vegetable sector to implement a Sustainability Report. In recent months, it has been working on the new edition of the... read more

Starting from last June 26th, the joint meeting of the Market Commissions (Fruit and Vegetables, Fish, Flowers, Meat, and Gastronomy) of the agri-food sector was called to express its opinion on the tariff revision for handling services and the new logistics regulation. read more

"Carlos Reuven states that the increasing demand for artificial intelligence is causing challenges for data centers in terms of grid capacity, congestion, and community acceptance. On the other hand, as efforts to decarbonize intensify, greenhouse growers are feeling pressure to transition away from fossil-based heating." read more

CIHEAM Zaragoza, the Spanish branch of the International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies, and ANOVE, the Spanish National Association of Plant Breeders, have signed a framework agreement to promote collaboration in training, research, and innovation in plant breeding. read more

The Irritec Group has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Agrifim de Colombia, a pioneering company with over 45 years of experience in introducing drip irrigation technology in Colombia. read more

The FPJ Sustainability Special delves into the most recent challenges, innovations, and initiatives in eco-friendly production and sustainable supply chains. read more

An increasing number of florists are now calculating their environmental footprint using FlorIT, the Florist Impact Tool. This tool was specially developed by Greenhouse Sustainability in collaboration with the Dutch florist trade association VBW. "Awareness around sustainability is growing, and read more

Even in the 2025 campaign, HM.Clause confirms its leading role in the yellow melon segment, thanks to a strong varietal proposal built around tradition, innovation, and genetic evolution. Among the highlights is Atos F1, a variety that has stood out for. read more

No fewer than four awards were given to varieties from ornamental breeder Anthura during the New Plant Awards at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show in Stoneleigh, England. These awards have established themselves as a standard for innovation and quality in the horticultural industry. read more

The Leeds-based marketing agency connective3 has been selected by a European flower, plant, and gift delivery company to help facilitate its expansion in Germany. read more

Dwa lata temu Daily Logistics Group (DLG) otworzyła zmodernizowane biuro oraz nowy centrum crossdock o powierzchni 5 500 m² w Holandii. Dzięki innemu oddziałowi w tym kraju oraz trzem lokalizacjom w Anglii, ten holenderski dostawca usług logistycznych jest dobrze przygotowany do dostarczania Wielkiej Brytanii owoców i. read more

A demonstration day dedicated to showcasing the "Sanodyna On Site" system, a technology aimed at enhancing hygiene and safety in agricultural and nursery production, was recently held at the Covimer nursery in Battipaglia (Salerno). The event, organized by the Sgorbati Group, drew… read more

Growing consumption, complex logistics, and a still limited distribution segmentation in Italy - these are some of the distinctive traits of the exotic and counter-seasonal sector according to Giorgio Mancuso, the sole director of Viento Tropical, a company based in the Marche region of Italy. read more

The 5 R's of sustainability - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, and Recycle - have brought together the needs of Ukraine and the capacities of volunteers from all over Europe. FPV drones cause the majority of losses among personnel. Based on the statistics from some Ukrainian units, these losses can reach high numbers. read more

Two years ago, Daily Logistics Group (DLG) opened a renovated office and a new 5,500+m² crossdock center in the Netherlands. With another branch in that country and three locations in England, this Dutch logistics service provider is well-equipped to supply the United Kingdom with fruit and. read more

Sustainability and profitability in plantations require increased engineering expertise to achieve success. The growing threat of rising temperatures and drought is compelling the sector to develop technology to optimize crop yields. In the case of berries, which have a short shelf life, it is necessary to implement efficient harvesting and processing methods to maximize profitability. read more