Dutch visionaries promote a new narrative on sustainable horticulture at GreenTech.
2025-06-06 00:00
During GreenTech in Amsterdam, a group of prominent figures in the horticulture industry will introduce the manifesto titled "The First Sustainable Generation: A Plea for a New Sustainability Narrative." The collective aims to use this manifesto to spark a wider discussion about what is needed to achieve sustainable practices in the industry.
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The Dutch train operator NS has announced a strike for Tuesday, June 10, affecting the Western Netherlands. This includes the Amsterdam area and is expected to cause major disruptions to public transportation — just as GreenTech kicks off that morning at the RAI Convention Centre in Amsterdam.
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Vegetables, calm markets: season marked by uncertainties
2025-06-06 00:00
It is the beginning of June and, with the arrival of the beautiful season, one would expect a new boost for the fruit and vegetable markets. To understand if this scenario is also materializing in the Northeast, we stopped in Udine, the heart of a strategic territory for the supply chain.
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Harvest House: New Step Towards Supply Chain Optimization with Artificial Intelligence
2025-06-05 15:00
The introduction of "Harvest Forecast AI" represents a significant advancement for Harvest House. Weekly manual yield estimates done through spreadsheets are being replaced by automated AI predictions that are updated daily. This means less manual work and more accurate forecasts.
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The German sweet cherry season has started.
2025-06-05 13:00
In the north and west, the change in color of the roofing material is imminent, with small quantities already available ahead of schedule. However, the supply is not yet suitable for delivery to the large sales structures of supermarket chains, but is limited for now to.
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Recycling Forum: Standardized Declaration of Conformity for PPWR Increases Efficiency Along the Supply Chain
2025-06-05 13:00
The explanation applies to all companies along the supply chain, as without transparent data exchange, information cannot be shared or can only be shared to a limited extent. Each partner in the supply chain plays the role of a data supplier.
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"Modern businesses rely on resource-efficient technology, precise control systems, and efficient irrigation," emphasizes ZVG Secretary General Bertram Fleischer. "Those who want to combine diversity and supply security with environmental responsibility cannot ignore the innovative power of domestic"
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Enza Zaden UK is celebrating 40 years.
2025-06-05 10:00
This year is a significant milestone for Enza Zaden UK as we celebrate 40 years of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in vegetable seed breeding.
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Hort Innovation focuses on increasing productivity through a A$220 million investment in research and development.
2025-06-05 10:00
As part of its A$760 million research and development portfolio, Hort Innovation has invested over A$220 million in projects aimed at increasing productivity. These projects include automation, artificial intelligence, on-farm management, data collection, and business analysis, all designed to aid Australian growers.
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Mexico has set up its inaugural phytosanitary irradiation facility utilizing X-ray technology.
2025-06-05 09:00
Mexico has exported its first shipment of pitahayas to the US using an innovative new phytosanitary treatment.
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Netherlands: Enza Zaden opens new research center for cucumbers
2025-06-05 09:00
This additional capacity is necessary to support the company's growth and continue to meet the increasing global demand for high-quality vegetable seeds. The one-hectare greenhouse has been specifically designed for the cultivation of cucumbers, an important.
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Asia and the United States are increasing their demand for grapes, kiwifruit, and cherries despite the ongoing logistics crisis.
2025-06-05 00:00
"María Elena Villablanca, Verfrut's Europe Manager, said, 'This year has been very good for us.' The campaign was characterized by a shortage of containers and high tariffs, but also by the quality and market expansion of our main fruits: kiwi, cherry, and grapes."
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France is increasing its fruit ripening capacity by 30,000 tons.
2025-06-05 00:00
Omer-Decugis & Cie, a company specializing in fresh and exotic fruits and vegetables, has announced expansion projects that will increase its national ripening capacity in France by 30,000 tons, bringing the total capacity to 174,000 tons, a 21% increase. The expansion will take place at the Sorgues facility in southern France.
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Almaverde Bio announces the beginning of a structured collaboration with Giovanni Storti, a beloved actor by the general public who has always been attentive to sustainability and conscious eating issues, and founder of the naturalistic outreach project Immedia (@immediaofficial).
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I work in the fruit and vegetable sector, we need a paradigm shift.
2025-06-05 00:00
In recent days, we have addressed the issue of labor shortage in the fruit and vegetable sector, with a focus on the melon and watermelon supply chain. This is a structural challenge that requires companies to make increasing efforts to ensure production continuity, quality, and sustainability.
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Increased availability of imported organic kiwi this year.
2025-06-05 00:00
Organic kiwi imports from New Zealand are currently at their peak for organic SunGold, with organic Green kiwis soon to follow. Awe Sum Organics is currently shipping organic SunGold kiwis under the Zespri label from New Zealand, and organic Zespri Green kiwis will begin shipping shortly.
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Plant Products has appointed Gregor Hoffmann as General Manager of Agrotech. Gregor succeeds Roman Kölbl, the founder of Agrotech, who will continue to support the company in a strategic capacity. Gregor Hoffmann said, "I am honored to take on this new role and help guide Agrotech through a dynamic period."
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The University of California Postharvest Research and Extension Center has been providing valuable services to the produce industry through regular workshops focusing on ripening and ethylene management. "These workshops highlight hands-on, science-based approaches to enhance the handling and ripening processes of fresh produce," stated.
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Chrysanthemum growers are constantly looking for new varieties that will meet future demands. The Breeding department at Deliflor Chrysanten is dedicated to developing stronger, more resistant varieties with a focus on sustainable cultivation. At the Delishow, Deliflor showcases its latest innovations.
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An increasing trend towards final packaging at the source, such as the revival of apple flow wrapping or packaging blueberries in clamshells and punnets, enhances the returns that growers can achieve, according to Rory Cole of Flowpack Systems, the South African representative for Elifab Sorting technology and Redpack.
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