Sustainability Melinda: ahead of the young
2024-03-13 00:00
Energy saving, efficient water management, regenerative agriculture, environmental and social responsibility. These are some of the themes that characterise the first publication of Melinda's Sustainability Report, presented yesterday during a press conference
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LED collaboration sets its eyes on customizable solutions
2024-03-13 00:00
The recent partnership between Acuity Brands and Hort Americas marks a new chapter in horticulture lighting for the two companies, one focused on advancing technology and improving energy efficiency. With Acuity Brands' acquisition of the Arize® family of horticulture lighting products in
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Patatas Meléndez, a company whose 4.0 production plant has positioned itself as one of the best in Europe, has launched a warehouse connected to its factory that allows it to process up to 180,000 tons of potatoes per year with the intralogistics solutions from Mecalux. In order to enhance
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Artificial intelligence enters the 'field'
2024-03-13 00:00
Artificial intelligence will be a valuable aid in the field and, by means of drones and sensors, producers will be able to gather useful information on the needs of plants and on the possible presence of pests, diseases or other problems.
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Ecuador: Flower industry blooms amidst challenges
2024-03-13 00:00
In the lush landscapes of Ecuador, the vibrant flower industry, especially its world-renowned roses, stands tall, navigating through economic uncertainties and environmental hurdles. This feature delves into Ecuador's blossoming role in the global floral market, highlighting the resilience and
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Flower strips increase apple production
2024-03-12 00:00
Biodiversity has become to all intents and purposes a pillar of sustainability, as can be seen at the European level from the approval of the Nature restoration law and the introduction of a dedicated standard within the Global Gap certification;
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Insolight: agrivoltage changing the future of agriculture
2024-03-12 00:00
The last few seasons have put agriculture to the test, catastrophic weather events have had a negative impact on crops and production cycles, reducing yields and product quality. This is why the sector needs innovation and suitable solutions that
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India: National speed breeding crop facility inaugurated
2024-03-12 00:00
Union Minister of Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh today inaugurated the first-of- its-kind "National Speed Breeding Crop Facility" at the premier National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) in Mohali. Speaking on the occasion as chief guest, Dr. Jitendra Singh said, "this
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Tabb Buel has been appointed as the new Vice President of Operations of Stuppy Greenhouse. Passionate about building and leading cross-functional teams, Buel will focus on streamlining and creating new standards of excellence to improve efficiency and quality while fostering innovation and
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Aldi Ireland has compiled a selection of hacks to make eating vegetables easier for the whole family
2024-03-12 00:00
Conad Adriatico opens new logistics center in Italy, expands in AlbaniaItalian cooperative Conad Adriatico has inaugurated a new distribution center in Grottaglie, Taranto, poised to become one of the largest logistics facilities in Southern Italy. Conad Adriatico continues to expand across the
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Car, 10 million euro to develop the market
2024-03-12 00:00
The Centro Agroalimentare di Roma (CAR) was awarded a EUR 10 million grant for the renovation of the agro-food centre through digitisation and environmental sustainability.
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"We think in terms of the entire food spectrum and supply chain"
2024-03-12 00:00
A year ago, Jan Vorstermans bid farewell to an auction site in the Netherlands. After working at Coop ZON Grubbenvorst, ZON Fresh Park, and Hines Fresh Park Venlo for over 22 years, it was time to slow down. However, his passion for the work could not be denied, and Jan has now been appointed
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Red Sea challenges boost charter rates
2024-03-12 00:00
Analysts and brokers are continuing to report charter rates spiralling upwards as carriers look to plug gaps in their diverted Asia to Europe services as rates, which were falling decisively in early December, make a rapid rebound. Linerlytica's charter index increased 5% last week with the
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Produce supplier protects watermelon pouch patent
2024-03-12 00:00
Maglio Companies has successfully protected its patent for its ReadyRipe ¼ sliced watermelon pouch. "This accomplishment not only underscores the company's dedication to innovation but also serves to preserve trust with retailers who may not have previously utilized the original ReadyRipe
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Starting from early April 2024, SFC South American Fruit Company is setting new standards with its new ripening and logistics center at the Hamburg Wholesale Market. SFC was established in January 2024 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of African Fruit Company Ltd (AFC). The facility boasts a
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On the first of March, an important dissemination event took place at the prestigious National Research Council (CNR) - Ipsp in Portici, Naples. The meeting focused on the 'Development of new technologies for precision agriculture, aimed at the
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Tabb Buel has been appointed as the new Vice President of Operations of Stuppy Greenhouse. Passionate about building and leading cross-functional teams, Buel will focus on streamlining and creating new standards of excellence to improve efficiency and quality while fostering innovation and
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Focus on the worldwide success of the Chilean Cherry
2024-03-12 00:00
Cameras on Chile in the story of a worldwide successful case history of the cherry, narrated in two video lectures by the Macfrut Academy. The first episode dedicated to the field phase will be broadcast on Thursday 14 March at 5 p.m. (Italian time), entitled 'Chilean cherry, a supply chain of
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Patatas Meléndez processes 180,000 tonnes of potatoes a year with Mecalux solutions
2024-03-12 00:00
Patatas Meléndez, a company whose 4.0 production plant has positioned itself as a benchmark in Europe, has set up a warehouse connected to its factory that allows it to process up to 180,000 tonnes of
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