Agriplace, a compliance platform in the produce industry that enables wholesalers, processors, and retailers to ensure responsible supply chains, has introduced free accounts for its Supply Chain Approval platform. This initiative is designed to reduce the need for redundant sharing of certificates and other documentation. read more

The tech company xFarm Technologies and Barilla, a symbol of Made in Italy food products in Italy and around the world, announce the complete digitalization of the Barilla basil supply chain. Calculation of emissions, complete traceability, and efficiency along the supply chain, these read more

Researchers at N&P, a startup based in Araraquara, São Paulo State (Brazil), started four years ago to develop a formulation with nanoparticles that prolongs the shelf life of citrus fruits. However, during the process, they found that flowers present a better opportunity. Having spoken to read more

globally significant attention focused on food security, safety, and the role of technology in making horticulture more sustainable. GreenTech Amsterdam was the hub of the horticulture industry last week. Despite the challenges the industry is facing, innovation is thriving. read more

The agricultural and food sector is also in focus. With the campaign, VLAM hopes to be able to gain market share compared to its Dutch competitors. "Our country has a long tradition in strawberry cultivation and is strongly committed to technological innovation." read more

With this, MSC becomes the first shipping company to use shore power for both cruise and container ships. According to the announcement by Port of Hamburg Marketing (HHM), it is expected that other shipping companies will soon follow this example. Additionally, the other container terminals will also be equipped with shore power. read more

Copefrut has released its second Sustainability Report detailing its economic, social, and environmental performance during the 2022/23 season, with the goal of promoting more sustainable, collaborative, and efficient agriculture. read more

Unfortunately, the EU Transport Ministers' meeting in Luxembourg did not provide a signal to increase climate protection and efficiency gains in road freight transport in terms of logistics and vehicle technology. Member states had strong concerns regarding stronger EU-wide measures. read more

From Wednesday, June 26th to Friday, June 28th, Rijk Zwaan Italia will open the doors of its Trial Station in San Mauro Pascoli (FC) to showcase the latest solutions developed by R&D to clients and partners for a direct discussion on how to tackle current and future challenges. read more

LED technology is proving to be a powerful and environmentally friendly solution to combat one of the biggest pests in tomato cultivation, which can cause extensive damage, especially in greenhouses: Tuta absoluta. "Given the problems faced by growers with this crop and the need to offer new solutions, LED technology has emerged as a promising tool in the fight against this pest." read more

The Official College of Telecommunication Engineers of Eastern Andalusia and Melilla (COIT-AORM) has awarded the technological group read more

Despar Nord, a retailer of the Despar, Eurospar, and Interspar brands in the Triveneto, Emilia-Romagna, and Lombardia regions, in collaboration with the sustainable mobility platform Wecity Srl, has recently launched the "Travel Sustainably and Win" campaign, a virtuous initiative aimed at. read more

In the fast-paced dynamics that govern the trade of fresh and perishable products, all processes are focused on maintaining high product quality standards from production, harvesting, and processing to delivery to partners such as large retail chain platforms and wholesalers. read more

Premier Tech has announced that its exclusive biological active ingredients will now be consolidated under the AGTIV brand. "We are thrilled to reveal the merging of two of Premier Tech's top-tier brands: PRO-MIX growing media and AGTIV biological active ingredients. Our dedication to innovation remains unchanged. read more

Bloom Fresh officially appoints Josep Jove Estiarte as the Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Estiarte has been serving as the interim CEO and Chief Innovation Officer since February 2024. With over 20 years of experience in the fresh produce industry, Estiarte initially joined AMFRESH. read more

A few weeks ago, the latest innovation on Aldi Süd's strawberry shelves, called Aldina, was introduced (reported by FreshPlaza.de). This delicious and long-lasting variety of strawberries is exclusively cultivated by a total of eleven producers from the Frutania Group, which are based in various locations. read more

Zero Gravity Solutions, Inc., an agricultural biotechnology company focused on sustainably improving farmers' crop yields, recently attended Acorbat International 2024, the largest global banana growers' conference, in Mérida, Mexico. read more

Floral delivery company The Bouqs Co. is testing a new concept of selling its arrangements at three California locations within Whole Foods stores. This partnership not only allows them to reach more customers but also helps address a significant challenge for Bouqs - same-day delivery. This initiative comes just before Mother's Day. read more

Growing Kent & Medway has awarded £320,000 worth of vouchers to 13 businesses to collaborate with researchers in advancing sustainable innovation in horticulture and plant-based food production. The vouchers will support a variety of projects, including enhancing natural biological controls for spotted wing. read more

Fairtrade International released its 2023 Annual Report during its General Assembly, highlighting the organization's priorities and achievements, which include advancements in sustainability issues like addressing deforestation, human rights, and ensuring living incomes. Titled "Driving the fairness agenda," the report outlines the progress made in promoting fairness and ethical practices. read more