The UK's agricultural policy must undergo a drastic and sudden reset in order to fully utilize the world-leading science and innovation happening at British research institutes and universities. This reset is necessary to assist British farmers in producing more with fewer resources, especially amidst growing global uncertainty. read more

During the meetings, the association leaders Prof. Dr. Dirk Engelhardt (BGL), Florence Berthelot (FNTR), Erik Østergaard (NLA) communicated the following key messages for road freight transport: read more

With the help of these technologies, large amounts of data sets can be analyzed, and biological systems can be comprehensively understood - from genes to proteins. The goal of the competence center is to provide state-of-the-art omics technologies to research institutions and businesses. read more

The plant protection product is mainly used worldwide in conventional banana cultivation. Mancozeb is considered to be highly harmful to fertility and can, according to the European Food Safety Authority, induce thyroid cancer. Its use has been banned in the EU since 2022. read more

Since last week, Lorre has moved to a new location. They have shifted from warehouse 39-40 to nearby warehouse 27 at the European Centre in Brussels. The Flemish importer now has an additional floor, allowing them to separate the packaging department from sales, which will increase efficiency. read more

Danziger introduces Unicorn™, a new variety that has just been awarded the 2025 Breeder Excellence Award at the WFFSA Floral Distribution Conference in Miami. This award recognizes breeding innovations that bring exceptional value to growers and the entire floral supply chain. read more

Sicily is one of the main pepper production areas in Italy. However, Sicilian producers today face complex challenges, including labor scarcity and cost, climate change, and increasing aggressiveness of pathogens. read more

March is expected to be a tense month for the Greek kiwi industry, according to Mr. Christos Paschalidis, owner of the reefer container service and handling company C. Paschalidis Co. "Each season, we take measures to always have some containers standing by in order to meet sudden needs that may arise." read more

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) held its Spring Meeting from 9-13 February in Chiang Rai, Thailand. This event featured high-level industry discussions and a professional tour, allowing delegates to witness the country's innovations in floriculture. read more

Sztuczna inteligencja (AI) szybko zyskuje na znaczeniu również w przemyśle spożywczym. Szwajcarska firma start-upowa Hoshii AG opracowała globalnie unikalną Platformę Pracowniczą AI (AWP) dla hurtowników, która automatyzuje ręczne transfery danych i integruje funkcje AI w systemy ERP. Zamówienia, read more

For 30 years, TV host Dan Raine has been connecting farmers with their customers, bringing the farm-to-table journey to life. Now, he takes viewers on an exciting ride through the world of modern agriculture with a new TV series. One of his stops is Leamington and Kingsville, Ontario—home to read more

The Almaverde Bio finger food line is being renewed and becoming even more sustainable with a significant update to the packaging, reducing packaging material by 49% compared to the previous packaging. read more

Xenia has been nominated in two categories at the upcoming World Food Innovation Awards: "Best Natural Product" and "Best Marketing Campaign." The brand's focus on fresh produce and consumer engagement has garnered recognition in an industry dominated by ultra-processed foods and exotic superfoods. read more

The eficiency of an irrigation system is greatly influenced by the quality of its filtration. Inadequate filtration not only affects the distribution of water and fertilizers but can also result in blocked drippers, raising operational expenses and decreasing farm profitability. read more

High-tech greenhouse growers in the UK are experiencing a disruption in the supply chain of bananas due to tropical storms affecting shipping routes in the Pacific. As a result, cargo ships are stranded at ports, affecting supermarket chains such as Tesco and M&S. Images on social media show empty shelves. read more

"My academic background in Biosystems Engineering and Electrical Engineering naturally drew me to the intersection of agriculture and technology," says Sohee Sim, Co-founder and Tech Lead at ioCrops. "I became fascinated by appropriate technology - creating solutions that are both sustainable and..." read more

"Giovanni D'Agati, president of the 'Il Tardivo di Ciaculli' consortium (Ciaculli Late Season Mandarin), stated that the extremely adverse weather conditions have severely tested the production capacity of companies in many Sicilian citrus growing areas. In addition to a severe summer drought, our." read more

Mali is the leading mango producer in Africa, producing approximately 800,000 tonnes, with only 11,000 tonnes being exported. The main obstacles preventing more exports are the distance from the refrigerated container ports (Abidjan or Dakar) and the lack of a reliable cold chain. read more

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"My academic background in Biosystems Engineering and Electrical Engineering naturally drew me to the intersection of agriculture and technology," says Sohee Sim, Co-founder and Tech Lead at ioCrops. "I became fascinated by appropriate technology - creating solutions that are both sustainable and..." read more