For ANSU Orchids, energy savings and precision go hand in hand. Working closely with Holland Scherming and Svensson, the nursery upgraded to the new Obscura 9970 FR A blackout screen, combining innovation, trust, and craftsmanship. At ANSU in Wateringen, precision, quality, and energy savings are... read more

Maersk has officially opened the Belcon Cold Store in Cape Town as part of a broader investment exceeding US$100 million in South Africa's cold chain logistics infrastructure. The new facility is part of the company's strategy to enhance the country's capacity to handle perishable exports. read more

The management of fruit ripening has always been one of the most delicate stages in the fresh produce supply chain. Bringing bananas or other climacteric fruits to the ideal ripening stage at the right moment is both an art and a science. Ethylene, a plant hormone, plays a crucial role in this process. read more

Saga Robotics has completed its largest operational season to date in the United States and the United Kingdom, marking an expansion of its autonomous Thorvald platform. The company reported increased deployment, higher uptime, and expanded services across key crops, including grapes and
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The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Commercianti Indipendenti Associati (CIA), one of the cooperative members of the national consortium Conad, have signed a 40 million euro financing agreement to support the decarbonization of its retail stores in the Central-Northern part of the country. read more

Chrysal has released its very first sustainability report—a true milestone, according to Sustainability & People Director Nora Meijerink. More than anything, though, she sees it as the next step toward greater transparency and measurable progress. "It's the first time we've shared, in detail." read more

An event that brought together key players in the watermelon supply chain to envision the future of a crop that is becoming increasingly strategic for the Italian fruit and vegetable sector. The "Watermelon Summit 2025 - Building the Future" was held yesterday in Rome, organized by BASF. read more

For ANSU Orchids, energy savings and precision go hand in hand. Working closely with Holland Scherming and Svensson, the nursery upgraded to the new Obscura 9970 FR A blackout screen, combining innovation, trust, and craftsmanship. At ANSU in Wateringen, precision, quality, and energy savings are... read more

The United States' decision to reimpose a 17% antidumping duty on Mexican tomatoes has created new uncertainty for the country's exporters. For decades, Mexico has supplied most of the fresh tomatoes consumed in the U.S. market, maintaining an integrated supply chain that supports thousands of jobs. read more

On October 8, 19 students from Pennsylvania College of Technology studying landscape/plant production technology visited Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. During the trip, they had the opportunity to meet with several graduates and explore the facility. The students were accompanied by faculty members Carl J. Bower Jr. and Justin Shelinski. read more

Sun World International presented its newest innovations at the Global Produce & Floral Show organized by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) on October 16-18, 2025, in Anaheim, California. With the company's 50th anniversary approaching next year, it embarks on one of its most transformative chapters. read more

Last Friday, the Murcia Association of Fruit and Vegetable Businesses hosted the launch of Mina, a new protected mandarin variety developed by GEA Biotechnology in collaboration with Universitat Jaume I (Castellón). The event was attended by more than 60 industry professionals. read more

Aelius LED has announced its 2026 lineup. This new generation of LEDs is designed to provide Aelius LED customers with high-quality lights at fair prices, delivering improved yields across a wide range of crops and growing environments. The 2026 lineup features advanced technology, budget-friendly pricing, and... read more

The trade fair scene in the floriculture industry is changing. Royal FloraHolland is adapting by introducing a revised trade fair schedule that meets the changing requirements of growers, buyers, and other stakeholders in the supply chain. This adjustment is the result of thorough research and discussions with exhibitors. read more

Managing fruit ripening has always been one of the most delicate stages in the fresh produce supply chain. Bringing bananas or other climacteric fruits to the ideal stage of ripeness at just the right time is both an art and a science. Ethylene, a natural plant hormone, plays a central role in this process. read more

"The future of farming lies in precision, collaboration, and innovation for ultra-fresh locally grown food available to everyone," says Daria Shchurik, Head of Marketing and Product at Greeneration. "As a high-end vertical farm for luxury HoReCa, we are focused on addressing the import-reliance." read more

Morocco's growers and Europe's retailers are set to benefit from a dedicated, five-day sea route that reduces transit time, lowers CO₂ emissions, and ensures the safety of every punnet during transportation. DP World's Alfred Whitman, who is responsible for managing the perishables supply chains of the global logistics operator, discusses the advantages of the new Atlas route. read more

Obstgroßmarkt Mittelbaden eG (OGM) reflects on a challenging yet transformative fiscal year. The 860 fruit producers generated a total revenue of €26.6 million through the cooperative. Despite a 25% decrease in sales, the cooperative managed to achieve an annual surplus of EUR 153,276. "We sold less but... read more

Moreno Intec del Pla, a company based in El Poal (Lleida), wowed participants at the fruit conference organized by the Institute of Food and Agricultural Research and Technology (IRTA) with an innovative apple-harvesting robot. This robot integrates eight drones, advanced vision technology, and artificial intelligence. read more

An innovation has recently been added to BILLA's produce section. Developed and grown entirely in Austria, the new "Da komm' ich her!" potato variety "Benjamin" is available for the first time this year in BILLA and BILLA PLUS stores. The initiator of this introduction is Johann Regner, Head of Fruit and Vegetables at REWE. read more