Last week, vegetable farmers, field staff, and service providers gathered in Ulverstone, Tasmania, to discuss how to identify the key ways in which pests, diseases, and weeds can enter farms. The workshop helped participants to pinpoint simple and practical strategies for reducing these risks. read more

WEC Lines, a Dutch shipping liner and owner, has opened its new office in Nantes. The new office is located at 16 Quai Ernest Renaud, 44105 Nantes, France, right in the center of the city, overlooking the Loire River. This location enhances its ability to oversee all operational matters. read more

This facility specialized in the ripening, selection, packaging, and distribution of avocados and mangoes represents a significant advancement in expanding operations. read more

Truckload freight volumes and rates continued to move in opposite directions in August, with shipments increasing and prices decreasing for the third consecutive month, according to DAT Freight & Analytics, the company behind the DAT One freight marketplace and DAT iQ data analytics service. "Linehaul rates were lower compared to the same period last year. read more

In the competitive field of frost protection, FrostBoss® is a widely recognized name known globally for its cutting-edge technology and dependable performance. With its innovative 4-blade and 5-blade frost fans, FrostBoss offers advanced solutions to safeguard orchards and vineyards from damaging frost. read more

QGS, a partner of Microsoft for advanced management solutions, proudly announces the launch of the third generation of Navgreen, the first management software suite designed specifically for the fruit and vegetable sector. This update represents a significant step forward. read more

Syngenta will showcase at the FruitAttraction fair its latest innovations in plant protection and enhancement, resulting from an acceleration in its

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In recent months, a video posted on TikTok sparked a new rather unusual trend: washing fruits and vegetables in the dishwasher. In the video, a young woman shows her mother loading tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and lemons into the dishwasher instead of pots and dishes. read more

The Indian agriculture sector is undergoing a revolution with the introduction of nano urea and the utilization of agricultural drones. The Union Minister for Food and Renewable Energy stated that the government is encouraging farmers to embrace the latest technology in their fields, including providing subsidies for drones. read more

Innovation and digitalization open up a universe of opportunities for 21st century farmers to successfully face the challenge of producing food while considering environmental sustainability without losing sight of economic sustainability. This was made evident

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AD Ports Group, a facilitator of global trade, logistics, and industry, has signed agreements with two UAE banks to refinance its syndicated loan of USD 2.25 billion on more favorable terms. This move is expected to save the group up to AED 44 million (USD 12 million) in finance costs over the next period. read more

"Zaczęło się od pasji do spedycji - dziś łączy nas fascynacja nietypowymi i wymagającymi logistyką," mówi Reinhold Diess, założyciel i dyrektor zarządzający firmy All Fresh Logistics GmbH, z okazji 20. rocznicy istnienia firmy logistycznej. W ciągu ostatnich dwóch... read more

Sawari Fresh is excited to announce the launch of its first locally and organically grown ginger. Mark Grim, the sales director of Sawari Fresh, stated, "This milestone in Dutch agriculture combines sustainable growing practices with innovations in eco-friendly packaging." Starting this season, the ginger will be available. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has introduced a new technology aimed at enhancing banana production in Central Visayas, according to Jennylou Velasquez, a science research technician with DA-7. This initiative aims to support the banana industry, a key economic sector in the Philippines. read more

Australian berry and table grape farmers are ready to increase their productivity with the help of innovative technology focused on labor, such as virtual reality training for harvesters, motion-detecting wearables to assess performance, and real-time quality assessment cameras. These solutions are being implemented through Hort Innovation's Frontiers program... read more

Australian berry and table grape growers are ready to increase productivity through innovative technology focused on labor, including virtual reality training for pickers, motion-sensing wearables to assess performance, and cameras for real-time quality assessment. These advancements are being implemented through Hort Innovation's program. read more

A new initiative from the UK Agri-Tech Centre is utilizing drone technology to enhance the pollination of strawberry crops. read more

An agricultural revolution is on the brink of becoming a reality with the help of Artificial Intelligence, serving as a catalyst for both sustainability and growth. Iran's economy relies heavily on agriculture, and the utilization of AI in this sector has yielded impressive results. read more

The event taking place from October 8th to 10th, 2024, provides Westfalia Fruit with an ideal platform to showcase these innovations. With over 100,000 expected visitors, it offers the perfect opportunity to highlight the company's legacy in sustainable avocado production. read more

Westfalia Fruit will showcase pioneering technologies at the upcoming Fruit Attraction trade fair in Madrid next month to demonstrate its commitment to sustainable agriculture. These technologies include avocado-based paper and packaging made from 25-30 per cent avocado waste, as well as a non-destructive fruit tester. read more