At the Paris International Agricultural Show (SIA), Coopérative U announced that it had joined a new French agricultural supply chain: Filière Poireau U. They have contracted for more than 700 tons with GPLM (Manche Producers' Group), Priméale France, and Planète Végétal for a certain period. read more

It doesn't really matter who you talk to in the industry; when you inquire about the challenges, one that consistently comes up is "labor." This month, we are dedicating our Special to Labor and Automation. In this special edition, we encourage growers, suppliers, and anyone with solutions or information to share their input. read more

On 1 March 1996, after years of experience in fruit imports and logistics, Rob Mulder (Cool Control) began his first activities in refrigerated storage of imported fruit at the former auction in 's-Gravenzande. Although he handed over overall management to his sons Robert and Barry in 2013, he read more

Italian pears will be available for a couple more months, until the end of April. These include the Abate variety and the main winter varieties. The Williams variety is now in its final stages. Despite the general drop in production in Italy in 2025, our inventory management ensures a continued supply. read more

A national agricultural research institute and the University of Tsukuba in Japan have collaborated to develop a new variety of muskmelon that can be ripened on demand. This innovation aims to address the fruit's short shelf life and export limitations by targeting a gene responsible for ethylene production, a key plant hormone. read more

The "2026 Taiwan International Orchid Show (TIOS) and Floral Technology Exhibition (FTE)" officially began on February 27 at the Floral Industry Innovation Park in Tainan, Taiwan. With the theme "Blooming Taiwan," this year's joint event signifies a strategic change for the industry, with a focus on three core… read more

Belarusian apple producer Arnika-Agro, located in the Mogilev region, harvested over 7,000 tonnes of apples in 2025, despite spring frosts that impacted orchards nationwide. The company is currently the top national producer in terms of total apple yield and manages almost 200 hectares of apple orchards. read more

Philippines: Robinsons Logistix builds big box hub in Cainta
Robinsons Logistix and Industrials Inc. (RLX), the logistics and industrial arm of Robinsons Land Corp., has partnered with Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI) for the development of a "big box" facility for Shopwise at the Sierra. read more

Escalating tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran are disrupting Indian onion exports and widening instability across global shipping lanes, as the Strait of Hormuz has been closed and major carriers have suspended regional operations. At Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) in Mumbai, more than 150... read more

When sunlight levels are low, supplemental lighting (SL) can accelerate rooting and improve liner quality. In the past, SL was commonly provided by high-pressure sodium (HPS) lamps. Today, light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures are becoming the standard because they offer longer lifespans, lower costs, and more energy efficiency. read more

W związku z ewoluującą sytuacją bezpieczeństwa na Bliskim Wschodzie i ograniczeniami dotyczącymi ruchu morskiego w Cieśninie Ormuz oraz Bab el-Mandeb, firma MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company potwierdza, że bezpieczeństwo swoich załóg pozostaje najwyższym priorytetem. Jako środek ostrożności, MSC podjęła... read more

Ball Horticultural Company has announced the publication of "Sowing Sustainability," a new sustainability report that highlights the goals and progress of the company's global operations. The report is organized around three core areas of sustainability – Products, People, and Planet – and read more

W otoczeniu rynkowym kształtowanym przez rozwój regulacji, rosnącą świadomość zrównoważonego rozwoju oraz niepewność gospodarczą, CompoPac działa jako niemieckie przedsiębiorstwo zajmujące się opracowywaniem i produkcją rozwiązań opakowaniowych wolnych od plastiku wykonanych z celulozy, przeznaczonych do pakowania owoców i warzyw. Produkty są

In a market environment shaped by regulatory developments, growing sustainability awareness, and economic uncertainty, CompoPac operates as a Germany-based company developing and producing plastic-free packaging solutions made from cellulose for fruit and vegetables. The products are read more

The weekly appointment with La Borsa della Spesa returns, the service provided by BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, created to support consumers in their daily choices, promoting a shopping culture that combines sustainability, savings, and awareness. read more

In the midst of the transition towards the Ppwr regulation, PackInPro (Packaging Insight Project) is born, a new quality brand aiming to certify the sustainability of packaging with scientific, transparent, and verifiable criteria. The project, developed through the Foundation read more

The Polish potato processor MK Agro has increased its production capacity as part of a project to introduce uncooked potato products to the domestic market. The expansion, which began in the spring of 2025, involved implementing new processing solutions that could handle larger volumes while ensuring the same quality. read more

Ikos Advanced, a Spanish agtech company specializing in optimizing agricultural inputs and automating mechanical activities through artificial intelligence, has secured an €8 million investment with the entry of Impact Bridge Asset Management into its shareholder structure. read more

Uzbekistan's foreign trade in fruit and vegetable products is marked by a substantial and consistent rise in greenhouse gas emissions. Between 2017 and 2023, the total CO₂ emissions from exports and imports more than tripled, with the average emission intensity of imports surpassing that of. read more

For BerryWorld Netherlands, flexibility is crucial for operating effectively in the dynamic soft fruit sector. Harvest patterns, seasonal influences, and sudden peaks in demand largely dictate the operational pace. With thirteen top-seal packaging lines, the company can adapt to the changing market conditions... read more

Onedayone Group, a global company specializing in the supply chain of fresh produce, has revealed the creation of Onedayone UK to increase its operations in Europe. This expansion comes after the successful launch of its Netherlands division in 2017, serving as the company's primary logistics and processing center in Europe. read more