The first consignments of Chilean cherries using a new method to monitor cold treatment during transit have arrived at the port of Shanghai. read more

In recent articles I have been promulgating the virtues of a Fresh Produce Quality Culture (FPQC) over a more traditional Tick-Box Culture (TBC). read more

According to the German Fruit Trade Association (DFHV), the fresh produce seminar "The 1x1 of goods inspection - introduction to the most important basics of fruit and vegetable inspection" on 21 February will provide valuable tips and information from the field for the field. read more

A group of 40 Australian growers and industry professionals visited two of New Zealand’s major growing regions as part of the Apal Future Orchards International Tour on 15–19 January 2024.  read more

A group of 40 Australian growers and industry professionals visited two of New Zealand’s major growing regions as part of the Apal Future Orchards International Tour on 15–19 January 2024.  read more

DFDS, a Danish firm, has postponed its plans to inaugurate a freight and passenger ferry service from Rosyth, Scotland to Dunkirk, France. The decision comes after the Scottish and UK Governments failed to provide the necessary financial support. The company had initially planned to start the
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The Indian grape season has been plagued by a variety of challenges. Sumit Bhujbal, business development manager of Shubham Enterprises explains: “The Indian grape season lasts between December and April. In this season, unseasonal rain was seen at the start, which resulted in a loss of grapes
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"The approval with almost 60 per cent of the votes in favour of the position on the new regulation that will authorise the cultivation of new varieties obtained through assisted evolution techniques (Tea) by the Environment Commission gives us hope for a final agreement by the end of the
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“It’s a busy time for our Mexican team and grower partners with large volumes of vegetables shipping daily from Rico Farms Facility in Rio Rico, AZ,” says Oscar Trujillo with Bridges Produce. The company is currently importing organic hard squash (Acorn, Butternut, Delicata, and Kabocha),
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The fruit sub-sector in Kenya plays a critical role in the country's agriculture and economy. The tropical climate is ideal for fruit cultivation, which is popular domestically and internationally. However, the sub-sector faces hurdles such as quality control, infrastructure, market
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Ofylia is an Italian innovative startup that brings digital solutions to the agricultural world at the service of all operators. read more

Early indications suggest ocean freight shipping rates are set to increase further in early February amid the ongoing Red Sea crisis, according to data released by Xeneta, a prominent ocean and air freight rate benchmarking and market analytics platform. read more

The Exceed mini watermelon has been nominated for the 2024 Fruit Logistica Innovation Award, marking a proud moment in the long-standing partnership between Staay Food Group and Hazera. The winner will be announced at Fruit Logistica in Berlin (7-9 February), where Staay will be present to
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Asyad Group kicked off operations at Asyad Container Terminal – Duqm that will be managed and operated by the group’s ports and terminals arm, Asyad Ports. The latest addition to Asyad’s asset lineup follows the Omani logistics giant’s robust expansion plans that aim to offer more
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The technology developed by the Italian company Dari Ecomeccanica for the mechanized harvesting of baby leaf, which is fully electric and environmentally friendly, combines sustainable management with the digitalization of the electronic and mechanical equipment used in agriculture. Fast
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Given the security situation in the Red Sea and to ensure the safety of our crew, MSC ships are not transiting the Suez Canal Eastbound and Westbound until Red Sea passage is safe again. read more

In a context of increasing attention to Risk Management, amplified by the recent changes introduced by the new Common Agricultural Policy and the need to find ever greater sustainability in the sector, the team of experts is preparing to comprehensively address the
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Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. announced the launch of its latest pineapple innovation, the Rubyglow® pineapple – a red-shelled pineapple. This pineapple has a red outer skin, yellow flesh and a new, sweet flavor similar to Del Monte pineapples. The Rubyglow pineapple is first being launched in
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Incidents around the Red Sea persist, and while multiple parties are currently seeking short-term alternatives, the problems seem to be dragging on longer than expected. "We'll have to find future-proof solutions for the logistics chain," begins Steve Alaerts of Foodcareplus in Belgium. He
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A specialist UK manufacturer of automated potato packaging and palletising solutions is targeting the United States as it prepares for growth in 2024. PACE Mechanical Handling has announced plans to establish a dealer network in the USA as it seeks to work with more overseas potato packers and
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