An earlier start to the strawberry season in Egypt has led Egyptair to seek assistance from airfreight company AirMaster in setting up additional services for exporting perishable goods from the country. read more

The United States plays a significant role in the global potato and horticultural supply chain that goes beyond just production. Decisions made in Washington impact fertilizer costs, access to seeds, market entry, phytosanitary regulations, and trade patterns. Growers benefit from soft credit, federally backed insurance, and other forms of support. read more

Sonia Red and Sonia White, the most sought-after flowers in the market, can now be grown in Punjab without the need for a passport. The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has introduced cultivation technology for two varieties of high-value exotic Dendrobium orchids for the first time in North India, reducing transport costs. This convergence of scientific and commercial advancements is bringing new opportunities to the region. read more

A undoubtedly positive campaign, supported by intense cooperation from all stakeholders in the supply chain and driven by the proper valorization of apples, as well as the flattering performance of other products. read more

Ahold Delhaize focuses on AI projects with impact

After completing several projects involving artificial intelligence across various areas, Ahold Delhaize is now turning its attention to a few key business processes. The company aims to become a "smart follower" in the realm of AI, according to CEO Frans Muller. Source: retaildetail.eu read more

Indian tomato growers may soon have a solution to prevent their produce from being discarded when market prices crash. A team of teachers and students from Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology (BIET) in Karnataka's Davanagere district has developed a new smart preservation system that. read more

In a bag of pre-packaged and ready-to-eat small salad leaves, there is a story of the evolution of taste, a method of cultivation, and selling to the general public that until a few years ago seemed completely improbable. Especially in Italy, where innovation and read more

In a scenario characterized by uncertainty, social and demographic changes, technological innovations, and new challenges arising from the evolving international context, modern retail undergoes continuous transformations while maintaining an important role for people. read more

With FloraPhoto Scenes AI, Floral Innovations introduces a new online tool that allows growers, exporters, and retailers to create realistic lifestyle images in just a few seconds. Simply upload a product photo, select a setting, and the AI will automatically place the plant in a suitable, natural-looking... read more

Quality assurance, transparency, and food safety are increasingly central themes that respond to the growing demand from consumers for healthy and traceable products throughout every stage of the agricultural supply chain. This demand is being met by advanced digital solutions such as... read more

Earlier this month, California-based companies Gem-Pack Berries and Reborn Materials participated in a Sustainable Packaging Summit in Utrecht, the Netherlands. The companies are partnering on the introduction of Full Cycle Hybrid Plastic Packaging. "Together with berry grower Gem-Pack, we aim to..." read more

"In recent years, we have all worked together to ensure increasing integration in our supply chain, a broader production base, and an even stronger position in the market: the results achieved confirm the value of this vision and our efforts." read more

Egypt's early strawberry season is leading to increased demand for air freight capacity to Central and Western Europe. Charter operator AirMaster has commenced perishables flights from Cairo to Hahn Airport, utilizing two B737-800BCF aircraft with a capacity of 22 tons per flight. read more

Shreedhar Bhat of agri-tech SaaS provider Scalion Commerce Pvt. Ltd. says that the global fresh produce industry is encountering various challenges such as banned input products, regulatory compliance lapses, and traceability gaps. These issues can have implications on food safety and hinder access to premium export markets. read more

For over twenty years, the High Atlas Foundation has been dedicated to improving rural livelihoods in Morocco by assisting smallholder farmers in accessing the necessary tools, technology, and resources to succeed. Established in 2000 by former Peace Corps volunteers, this Moroccan nonprofit organization has expanded its reach and impact. read more

As of October 1st, Stephan van Santen is the new director of the business unit Rooting at Van der Knaap Group. He is taking over from Perry van der Knaap, who will continue to be closely associated with the organization in an advisory capacity. Stephan will be responsible for managing the Rooting business unit. read more

Farmers have urged the government to address the power imbalance between supermarkets and growers by revamping the food supply chain regulator, making farming feel less like a struggle for survival. read more

Nowe centrum pakowania i chłodzenia z możliwością przechowywania 4 000 ton wiśni zostało otwarte w San Nicolás w regionie Ñuble w Chile.

A new packing and cold storage facility with the capacity to handle 4,000 tonnes of cherries has been inaugurated in San Nicolás in Chile’s Ñuble Region. read more

"A grape exporter says, 'I've got two weeks' worth of stock stuck in Cape Town, in cold storage, in warehouses, on the train, next to the boat - it just can't be loaded. The wind is blowing at 120 km/h.' He really wants his grapes to reach Europe well before Christmas, but has only managed to get a meager... " read more

With a 100% recyclable pouch, the South Tyrolean fruit processing company VOG Products is launching a new packaging solution on the market that combines sustainability, functionality, and flexibility for the private label market. VOG Products has established itself as a leading partner in. read more