'We are expanding our catering division'
2024-02-26 00:00
Almost 20 years ago, Frischezentrum Melzig moved to a new location with a refrigerated warehouse in the south-west of Aschaffenburg. From there, the wholesale company has grown to become a complete supplier of the fruit and vegetable sector and a renowned partner of the gastronomy
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"We must achieve gustatory excellence".
2024-02-26 00:00
What role do French apples currently play on international markets, how do they differentiate themselves, what are the new challenges and consumer expectations? Between taste excellence, quality and innovation, Benoît Carreau, commercial director of Mylord',
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Greek innovation leads to new yellow kiwi varieties
2024-02-26 00:00
In a significant leap for agro-innovation, Greek experts have spearheaded the development of novel yellow kiwi strains, showcasing a blend of scientific prowess and environmental mindfulness. The Arta-based Phytotechniki, a frontrunner in tissue culture propagation, alongside Zeus Radiant
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Scientific research tackles citrus growing problems
2024-02-26 00:00
The inauguration of the pomology exhibition at the CREA Olivicoltura, Frutticoltura e Agrumicoltura in Acireale was an opportunity to address the problems of the citrus fruit sector. Various research topics were on display during the event, which took place at the height of the campaign
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Last Thursday, Chrysal International in Naarden opened its doors for auctioneers and quality controllers from Royal Flora Holland, as well as Rhodos buyers. They were invited by Chrysal and the Kenyan Rhodos growers to observe the effect of the Chrysal Rose Dip on this highly popular Valentine's
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How was Valentine's Day 2024?
2024-02-26 00:00
What was 2024's Valentine's season like? According to a survey conducted by US floral software provider Floranext, more than 50% of the surveyed florists report that red roses were their most sold product in 2024. Second were mixed flowers with 43,36%. On average, a dozen long stem roses cost
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This collaboration represents a significant milestone in agriculture's move towards a more efficient, sustainable and digitally connected era. read more
Lights, camera, robots, action! Unitec marks centenary at cutting edge of innovation
2024-02-23 10:00
Fruit sorters have come a long way. In 1924, a wooden machine built in Massa Lombarda, a small commune between Ravenna and Bologna, gave growers in the surrounding area the chance to separate smaller and larger sized fruit. This made it easier for them to give the market what it wanted.
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Port of Rotterdam: Nextlogic planning tool ensures faster handling
2024-02-23 10:00
The Nextlogic system continuously optimises planning together with the parties involved. According to the Port of Rotterdam, this ensures more relaxed planning, more reliable handling and shorter berthing times in the port.
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Lights, camera, robots, action! Unitec marks centenary at cutting edge of innovation
2024-02-23 10:00
Fruit sorters have come a long way. In 1924, a wooden machine built in Massa Lombarda, a small commune between Ravenna and Bologna, gave growers in the surrounding area the chance to separate smaller and larger sized fruit. This made it easier for them to give the market what it wanted.
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Washington apple exports to India rebound following tariff removal
2024-02-23 05:00
The Washington apple industry and government representatives have come together to mark the successful start of apple shipping season following India’s removal of retaliatory tariffs on US-grown apples.
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Jiamusi city opens its first "Green Corridor" for fruit and vegetable export from China
2024-02-23 00:00
On February 21st, two trucks loaded with fresh vegetables and fruits set off for Russia from the Jixian International Agricultural Produce Logistics Center in Jiamusi City, located in the Heilongjiang Province of Northeastern China, marking the opening of the city's first "green corridor" for
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"We can manage the entire bureaucratic, logistics and commercial part on behalf of clients"
2024-02-23 00:00
Brexit may seem an outdated topic, but the new rules concerning the international fresh produce trade that it led to have considerable effects. The wish of many Italian companies, especially medium-small ones, to expand abroad often clashes with extra-EU customs challenges. NTB specializes in
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MD presents the first Sustainability Report
2024-02-23 00:00
3.4 billion euros in net revenue, an increase of 11% over 2021, a net worth of 513 million euros: these are the figures ofMD S.P.A., the Italian brand founded 30 years ago with its first shop in Southern Italy, which today has 785 shops and 6 logistics centres in
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Exports to foreign markets on the rise
2024-02-23 00:00
For a manufacturer of orchard management technology, expanding its horizons abroad is always good news. "We are delighted," says Alessandro Calderoni, "that our orchard management equipment is sought after not only in Italy, but also in other countries.
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'Water savings of 40 per cent compared to last season'
2024-02-23 00:00
Optimising production resources and improving the performance of tomato plants, while respecting the environment and the people who work in them: this is the aim of the 'Agricoltura 4.0' sustainability project, implemented by the La Doria Group, one of Europe's leading producers of
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The need for water, not only for agricultural use, is constantly increasing. On the contrary, and cyclically every year, experts report new negative records for drought and heat even in the winter season.
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Lowering prices does not generate sound business relations
2024-02-23 00:00
"Sustainability is one of the cornerstones of our agricultural activity: to stay competitive and attractive in the markets, this principle cannot be disregarded. That is why our crops are sustained by using integrated pest management methods,
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Kuehne+Nagel Air Logistics expands services at JFK
2024-02-23 00:00
Logistics company Kuehne+Nagel has expanded its John F. Kennedy International airport (JFK) facility with a 4,500 sq. ft. stand-alone, GxP-compliant, temperature-controlled area, as well as an additional 10,000 sq. ft. warehouse space. The expansion of their 78,763 sq. ft. warehouse also
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European Parliament moves on packaging waste
2024-02-23 00:00
In a significant stride towards environmental sustainability, the European Parliament's Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) has endorsed a new packaging regulation aimed at curbing plastic waste, a major pollutant within the EU.
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