Representing the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), Guy Massey from Joseph Rochfords Gardens Limited and Jennifer Pheasey, HTA's Director of Public Affairs, were invited to present on topics relevant to European supply chains at the European Nurserystock Association (ENA) Summer meeting in... read more

This Friday, Bayer held a cucumber conference in Motril. An event where they showcased the latest innovations in their variety portfolio, as well as crop protection solutions and digital tools. read more

The Pack!FROOOT® is a simple package that surprises when analyzed. A single sheet of paper is capable of grouping between 2-6 pieces of fruit. read more

Expanding its refrigerated container capabilities, Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) has acquired 300 Carrier Transicold PrimeLINE® container refrigeration units. Carrier Transicold is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions. "We are excited. read more

In a global context where technological innovation and agricultural sustainability have become top priorities, the Interpoma Congress is confirmed as the golden meeting point. read more

Austria: Lidl appoints Michael Kunz as new CEO
Lidl Austria has announced the appointment of Michael Kunz as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1st August 2024. Kunz will take over the position from Alessandro Wolf, according to the retailer.

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Turkish food delivery giant Getir raises $250 million read more

Lilibet, a new apple variety from Italy, has been introduced. This is the result of a partnership agreement signed between CIV and the Piedmontese company Sanifrutta, an agricultural cooperative with two warehouses in Costigliole Saluzzo and Verzuolo in Italy. The goal was to begin experimentation for the development of this new variety. read more

In Spain, an artificial intelligence (AI) system has been used in peach orchards to count and estimate the number of tree flowers with an accuracy of 90%, surpassing the 50% to 70% accuracy of manual counts. This AI technology is a collaborative development by the National Robotarium. read more

Hugh Lowe Farms in Kent, England, produces approximately 5,000 tonnes of strawberries and 1,000 tonnes of raspberries and blackberries. In addition to being a leading soft fruit grower in the UK, the farm is also pioneering the use of commercial robotic harvesting. read more

Over a year ago, Robert Blomsteel and Ron den Hoedt founded EDN, a company that specializes in importing and exporting organic and conventional fruits and vegetables. In December, they relocated to a new office in Barendrecht. The organic products, sold under the brand name EDN Organic Freshness, make up approximately 60% of the total volume. read more

The Local Police of Almenara, in the province of Castellón, have successfully apprehended two individuals who were caught stealing melons from a field in the municipality. This accomplishment was made possible through the use of drones in their surveillance operation. The duo was taken into custody after being caught in the act by the police officers. read more

The Egyptian garlic campaign is about to end earlier than usual due to stocks drying up as international demand increases. Ralph Nakhal from the growing company Tomna stated, "The harvest concluded in April and we are now shipping dry garlic. It seems like... read more

Port of Hamburg in Germany was honored at the Asian Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards ceremony held in Shanghai on June 25th. read more

A good insulation of the greenhouse is a matter of course in this context. During summer cultivation, one can then "harvest" the heat and store it in the seasonal warehouse for the scarcity in winter. read more

Większość tradycyjnych magazynów wymaga od pracowników ręcznego podnoszenia i przenoszenia skrzyń z towarami, które często są ciężkie. Powtarzające się skręcanie, obracanie i sięganie stawia pracowników magazynowych w ciągłym ryzyku kontuzji, co potencjalnie prowadzi do długotrwałych obrażeń fizycznych. Szczególnie w okresach niedoboru siły roboczej. read more

ErfGoed will be hosting an exclusive webinar for growers on July 9, 2024, with a focus on water management and its impact on product quality. Growers are encountering growing challenges such as limited availability of usable water, declining water quality, and increasingly stringent government regulations on water. read more

KRONEN delivered its first robotic solution for avocado processing in April. The tools and methods used by the robot to pit and peel avocados were developed by KRONEN and have recently been patented. These innovations allow the delicate fruit to be processed gently in an automated process. read more

The prices of vegetables in Ukraine have dropped significantly due to market oversaturation. The high prices in 2022 prompted a substantial increase in vegetable cultivation in 2023, leading to overproduction and a subsequent decline in prices. Carrots and onions have seen a notable decrease in prices, while beets... read more

The board of the Floriculture Sustainability Initiative (FSI) finalized the revenue definition for small-scale growers in the Global North on 30 May. A dedicated FSI project group has been actively working on this matter, in close collaboration with various stakeholders in the floriculture industry. This development now offers clear guidance on read more

The latest trends and developments in the field of genetics and digitalization of orchards are the main themes of the thirteenth edition of Interpoma, which will take place on November 21 and 22, 2024 at Fiera Bolzano. Coordinated by Walter Guerra, deputy director of the Center for. read more