According to the companies, the robot is equipped with state-of-the-art image processing technology to scan and harvest ripe tomatoes. Artemy has an automatic function that uses sensors and image recognition technology to navigate the rows in the greenhouse automatically. read more

VYNYTY ProPress by Bayer is a solution designed to combat pests in the cultivation of tomatoes and peaches using confusion techniques. What's new about it is that the pheromones are applied directly to plant stems or greenhouse structures within an adhesive gel. read more

Fairtrade has initiated a global campaign to raise awareness about the limited power and influence within global supply chains that perpetuates poverty among farmers and workers in low-income countries, despite their crucial role in ensuring global food security. read more

Ponad 200 interesariuszy z 34 krajów, reprezentujących dostawców świeżych produktów spożywczych i detaliści, środowisko akademickie, urzędników ds. polityki oraz sektor międzynarodowego handlu i rozwoju, spotkało się na dyskusji Okrągłego Stołu 30 kwietnia w Brukseli, aby omówić, czy świeże produkty dostarczane drogą lotniczą powinny być. read more

More than 200 stakeholders from 34 countries, including fresh produce suppliers and retailers, academia, policy officers, and the international trade and development sector, convened at a Roundtable discussion on April 30th in Brussels to discuss the question of whether airfreighted fresh produce should be. read more

Bulltec has designed and installed an electronic fennel processing and grading system for Colt.Or in Ortucchio (L'Aquila). "The system is constructed entirely of stainless steel and allows for the processing of harvested fennel to prepare it for shipping. The grading machine is patented, and the system includes... read more

Actions such as drip irrigation, self-production of energy using photovoltaic panels, calculating the ecological footprint, and pollination with bees, which are numerous and efficient, are complementary to the daily work of the original sustainability source. read more

The enthusiasm of the exhibitors confirms Macfrut as an international event in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. During the three days at the Rimini Expo Centre, there were 56,200 entries into the exhibition halls, representing a 13% increase in attendance compared to last year. read more

A three-day event started with the meeting "The Pachino IGP Tomato between tradition and innovation," chaired by the President of the Consortium for the Protection of the Pachino IGP Tomato, Sebastiano Fortunato, with the participation, among others, of the Deputy Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy. read more

The event will take place on June 18th and 19th at the prestigious convention hall of Hotel Salobreña, located in the charming city of Salobreña, Granada. Participants will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in an exciting program that will include conferences. read more

That varietal innovation was at the center of Apofruitera's growth strategy was already clear, and in recent days, during Macfrut, the company further elaborated on the features of its project in a dedicated press conference (click here to learn more). Here are the key points highlighted. read more

Varietal innovation and communication, the ability to attract new consumers, and year-round marketing, with peaks even in summer: there are many changes in the apple category, and VOG - Home of apples is among the main protagonists of these new developments. read more

On the 26th of April, at the CTIFL center in Balandran, a tripartite agreement was signed between the French Ministry of Agriculture, Interfel, and CTIFL. The aim is to "perpetuate and develop research and innovation in the fruit and vegetable sector," providing a "breath of fresh air" for CTIFL. read more

Peter van de Pol, director of breeding company Schoneveld Breeding, prefers to use the term "durability" instead of sustainability. He explains: "When you talk about durability, you are discussing the future. For growers, for the planet, and for future generations." Peter also mentions: "When I was growing up, read more

"What diversification is possible in the face of climate change?" This was the topic of one of the conferences at medFEL 2024. Pomegranates, avocados, almonds, citrus fruits, and exotic fruits have been the focus of many trials and new plantations in the region in recent years. In response to climate change, read more

The Turkey Valley FFA Chapter is embracing high technology in its greenhouse. Last year, the chapter, consisting of 48 students, managed to raise $3,000 to purchase a "Farmbot" open-source CNC farming robot, a tool that many FFA chapters can only dream of. "I just started putting it together at the end of last year and got it pretty much ready." read more

Varietal innovation and communication, the ability to attract new consumers, and year-round marketing, with peaks even in summer: there have been many changes in the apple category. read more

The Turkey Valley FFA Chapter is embracing high technology in its greenhouse. Last year, the chapter, consisting of 48 students, raised $3,000 to purchase a "Farmbot" open-source CNC farming robot, a tool that many FFA chapters can only dream of having. "I just started putting it together at the end of last year and got it pretty much." read more

Focus on Dominican Republic mango, new frontiers in rootstocks, the value chain of varietal innovation in fruit growing, business opportunities with Namibia, supply chain agreements in the herbal sector. There are many events also on the last day of Macfrut (10th). read more