The list of challenges that California flower growers are facing is long and daunting. We see steadily increasing cost centers such as labor and energy, increasing regulations on fertilizers, water reclamation, refrigeration, and even gas-powered equipment, as well as increased inbound and read more

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved the new climate targets for 2030 set by Nature's Pride and Berries Pride. These targets focus on reducing emissions across their supply chains. Nature's Pride and Berries Pride are the first fruit and vegetable importers to make this commitment. read more

A market that is constantly evolving requires innovations. Every market is looking for specific characteristics that will enable them to achieve their maximum potential in terms of production and quality, in order to meet the needs of the entire supply chain. Rijk Zwaan focuses on breeding new traits into varieties to meet these requirements. read more

For optimal temperature control in greenhouses in hot and temperate climates, the most commonly used technology for plastic roofing films is diffused light with the help of mineral fillers. Enrico Garrasi, the sales manager at Agriplast, a global company specializing in the production of plastic films for... read more

Phishing, ransomware, and identity theft are the topics of discussion in our latest cybersecurity article. We explore the meanings of these forms of cybercrime and the potential damages they can inflict. Thankfully, there are numerous steps you can take to safeguard yourself, your peers, and your organization. What preventative actions have you implemented thus far? read more

Over the years, Novarbo Oy has been developing alternative substrates to enhance sustainability in the horticulture sector. Having already made contributions to peat-free and circular growing practices, the company now aims to achieve plastic-free growing. In 2020, this Finnish company introduced its. read more

Lista wyzwań, z jakimi borykają się producenci kwiatów w Kalifornii, jest długa i zniechęcająca. Obserwujemy stały wzrost kosztów w obszarach takich jak praca i energia, rosnące regulacje dotyczące nawozów, odzyskiwania wody, chłodnictwa, a nawet sprzętu zasilanego gazem, oraz zwiększone obciążenia związane z dostawami i **[tekst ucięty]**. read more

Tesco is constructing a state-of-the-art, highly automated fresh food distribution center in Kent to enhance its technological capabilities. read more

The goal is to provide companies with the opportunity to early detect potential violations of human rights and environmental standards along the supply chain through efficient complaint management in order to take effective prevention and remedial measures. read more

Dachser is acquiring Brummer Logistik GmbH in Germany and Brummer Logistic Solutions GmbH & Co KG in Austria. The purchase includes the entire operational business of the Brummer Group. The companies have agreed to keep the purchase price confidential. The acquisition is still pending. read more

Dachser acquires Brummer Logistik GmbH in Germany and Brummer Logistic Solutions GmbH & Co KG in Austria. The purchase includes the entire operational business of the Brummer Group. The companies have agreed to keep the purchase price confidential. The acquisition is still subject to regulatory approval. read more

Dachser acquires Brummer Logistik GmbH in Germany and Brummer Logistic Solutions GmbH & Co KG in Austria. The purchase includes the complete operational business of the Brummer Group. The companies have agreed to keep the purchase price confidential. The acquisition is still subject to regulatory approval. read more

BaSID (Barcelona Science Innovation District), the first private district of Life Science and Innovation in Barcelona, has closed a financing deal with read more

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capture data on crop health, monitor growth patterns, and optimize greenhouse operations. This technology allows for more efficient and precise crop management, ultimately leading to higher yields and better quality flowers. The demonstration was well received by attendees, who were impressed by the potential benefits of using drones in greenhouse settings. read more

Living with anthropomorphic machines has already begun for some time. Examples of this are drones used for apple picking (click here to learn more) and Amazon's bipedal robots (click here to learn more). read more

The Strawberry Contact Group, consisting of representatives from France, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, including producer and exporter associations such as Freshuelva-Fepex, is prioritizing technological innovation to address the impacts of climate change on red fruit production. During a meeting in Portugal, the read more

The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has improved its cold-chain logistics in South Africa by introducing a new weekly direct service from the Port of Port Elizabeth to the Mediterranean and Montreal. This service, known as the Eastern Cape Citrus Service, will make use of MSC's network and include a stop at Las Palmas. read more

Carrefour Italia confirms its commitment to social and environmental responsibility issues and continues to focus on digital innovation through an ongoing collaboration agreement with Cents - a fintech startup that owns an end-to-end donation platform. read more

BaSID (Barcelona Science Innovation District), the first private district of Life Science and Innovation in Barcelona, has closed a financing deal with read more