Australians apple and pear growers are going to benefit from a new national benchmarking initiative that aims to enhance industry profitability, efficiency, and long-term sustainability. read more

The leading tech company Unitec made a comeback at Fruit Logistica this week, aligning with the event's theme 'Let's Grow'. They showcased their ability to deliver tangible results for their customers by enhancing efficiency in their supply chains. read more

Valentine's Day has always been associated with flowers, but the way bouquets are wrapped is undergoing a subtle transformation. The 2026 trends focus on soft colors and natural textures, indicating a change in how Valentine's bouquets are presented visually. This shift is particularly noticeable in Valentine's arrangements. read more

Italian cuisine, recently recognized as intangible cultural heritage of humanity, and the role of the agri-food supply chain were at the center of the first day of Fruit Logistica 2026, with the MOF - Fondicon Wholesale Agri-food Center as the main protagonist. read more

During the training session "Blueberry in focus - cultivation technology and pruning practice in a modern farm" (February 4th), one of the highlights of the program was a practical demonstration of pruning several blueberry varieties, including the 'Cargo' variety, led by Tomasz. read more

Presented in Berlin, at the Fruit Logistica fair (Kenya stand), the Italian Agrifood Technology for Africa project, the network of Italian companies in the agrifood supply chains that aim to expand their business in sub-Saharan African countries. read more

During the last board meeting of the interprofessional organization OI last week, the adherence of the business network Italmercati was unanimously approved, as well as the appointment of a new board member, the legal representative of the organization, Fabio Massimo. read more

Normative clarity, consistent application rules, adequate timelines, and protection of the single market are the main requests of the European fruit and vegetable sector in view of the entry into force of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). read more

This year, Paolilloa Fruit Logistica presented many innovations focused on fennel, which they grow, produce, and market throughout the year. The innovations included... read more

UNITEC renews its presence at Fruit Logistica 2026, the leading international event dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector, interpreting the theme of the edition - "Let's Grow" - as a promise of real growth, based on measurable results for customers and more efficient processes. read more

The thermoforming manufacturer T.O. Plastics, Inc. has finished investments in its Clearwater production facility. These upgrades aim to enhance manufacturing capabilities, while also emphasizing the company's commitment to American-made quality and sustainability. Facility improvements include... read more

Fresh from an impressive performance at the 2026 Tropical Plant International Expo (TPIE), Costa Farms once again demonstrated why it is a prominent player in the horticulture industry by winning several awards for its plants, products, and innovation. "For 65 years, our goal has been to discover new methods to establish connections." read more

CMI Orchards zostało uznane za laureata nagrody Seal Sustainability Award 2026 w dwóch kategoriach, otrzymując wyróżnienie za Innowacje w Zrównoważonym Rozwoju za swój program Planet Positive oraz za Produkty Zrównoważone za swoje jabłka, gruszki i czereśnie o ujemnym śladzie węglowym. read more

Validated for safety and now operating in routine commercial service, Gatik is deploying driverless, freight-only trucks on public roads in parts of Texas, Arkansas, and Arizona. The company is conducting daily deliveries for Fortune 50 retailers, marking the first… read more

Aerobotics has expanded its TrueFruit Grade technology to include apples and grapes, following its earlier deployment in citrus. The system is designed to provide growers with earlier insight into fruit size, color, and quality, supporting decisions across the growing season. TrueFruit Grade is aiming to revolutionize fruit farming by providing advanced data analysis for better decision-making. read more

Free trade is not in itself a threat or a guarantee of growth. It can become a powerful accelerator of competitiveness or a factor of imbalance, especially for sectors like fruits and vegetables, where quality, production standards, and sustainability play a key role. read more

W handlu gruszkami obecnie panuje ożywiona sprzedaż. „Gruszki naprawdę sprzedają się wszędzie. Nawet tu i ówdzie słyszy się, że ludzie mają problem z brakiem możliwości sortowania” - mówi Arnold Wakker z firmy Service2Fruit. „Zauważamy także poprawę jakości, co powinno wpłynąć korzystnie na ceny niesortowanych partii. read more

Flamingo Horticulture Kenya is reinvesting VAT refunds to expand its operations in Naivasha, with the aim of increasing export capacity, creating 2,000 new jobs, and enhancing value addition in Kenya's horticulture sector. The company, a subsidiary of Flamingo Group International, announced the expansion. read more

The John Innes Centre and its academic and industry partners have secured UK government funding to advance precision breeding projects focused on fruit and vegetable production, following approval under the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act 2023 in England. Funding is provided through. read more

Wiskerke Onions processes approximately 28 million packages of onions per year, which necessitates a high level of operational reliability and automation. To meet this demand, the family-owned business has been collaborating with machinery supplier Symach for about twenty years, with a specific focus on packing. read more