Currant Conference 2026 "JOIN US FOR THE RECORD" - modern technologies in currant cultivation
2026-02-02 00:00
"WALK WITH US FOR THE RECORD" is a specialized currant conference dedicated to comprehensive currant cultivation technology - from site preparation and variety selection, through fertilization and protection, to modern biological and hybrid solutions. The event
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Harmoniz has announced the official European debut of Popits, a one-bite snacking cucumber, at Fruit Logistica 2026. Popits has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious Fruit Logistica Innovation Award and will be showcased at Harmoniz's dedicated booth. At just 4-5 cm long, Popits is the...
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Photo report: IPM Essen 2026
2026-02-02 00:00
Nearly 40,000 visitors attended IPM Essen last week to see the latest trends and innovations, and to catch up with familiar faces from the industry. Over 1,400 exhibitors were present at the fair, showcasing their tulips, primulas, substrates, and plant pots. In addition to a large Dutch
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New lighting system with increased photon output, efficiency, and spectral control.
2026-02-02 00:00
MechaTronix has announced the launch of its latest fixture, the CoolStack Ultra Pro. Designed for high-tech greenhouse settings where crop quality and energy efficiency are crucial, the Ultra Pro offers enhanced photon output and efficiency.
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"In European terms, we are a significant player in the transportation of fresh produce through groupage."
2026-02-02 00:00
"Kto to Primever? Kto to Hartman? To są dwa pytania, które regularnie mi zadają. Z Francji pochodzi pytanie dotyczące współpracy Primevera z Hartman Expeditie: 'Kim jest i co to jest Hartman?' Ale także w Holandii zauważam, że Primever nie jest naprawdę dobrze znany."
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Saying goodbye to repetitive manual tasks
2026-02-02 00:00
At Fruit Logistica 2026, visitors will have the opportunity to experience a new end-of-line automation system aimed at streamlining repetitive manual tasks in fresh produce handling. This compact, safe, and easily integrable solution combines picking, packing, and palletizing into a single plug-and-produce unit. Developed by [company name].
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Strengthening the food supply chain
2026-02-02 00:00
Rijk Zwaan is excited to invite attendees of Fruit Logistica to visit its booth (Hall 1.2, Stand D-13) to discover how innovation can enhance mutual success in the fresh produce industry. To facilitate more knowledge exchange during Fruit Logistica, experts from the fruit and
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LEAF is set to launch a global Regen Academy.
2026-01-30 15:00
LEAF has introduced three new initiatives aimed at speeding up the shift towards more sustainable farming, focusing on education, skills, and data-driven innovation.
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Fiordelisi, an Italian company that is a leader in the production of sun-dried vegetables and semi-dried seeds, has strengthened the efficiency and sustainability of its logistics operations through a partnership with Tosca, a global leader in reusable plastic packaging solutions.
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Intesa Sanpaolo grants Spreafico 12 million euros.
2026-01-30 00:00
Intesa Sanpaolo, through the Agribusiness Department, has supported Spreafico Francesco & F.lli with a 12 million euro financing, guaranteed by Sace, to aid their development plans in Italy and abroad. Modern infrastructure, digitalization, sustainability: a comprehensive plan.
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Fruit Logistica 2026: New Product Showcases make their debut.
2026-01-30 00:00
In 2026, Fruit Logistica will launch a clear signal of innovation: the New Product Showcases, a new format that will showcase a selection of innovative products, will debut at the fair. In a central and well-organized area, the leading trade show in the fruit and vegetable sector.
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"Home delivery offered as an additional service for individual customers in addition to our main hospitality business."
2026-01-30 00:00
As a catering wholesaler, when all restaurants and other foodservice outlets are closed, one option is to adapt by offering home delivery to private customers. This was the strategy that Groothandel Claessens decided to pursue during the coronavirus pandemic to expand their operations.
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MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) will be participating in Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin. The shipping line will be located in Hall 26, Stand E10, where its global reefer team will present container technologies and digital systems used for transporting fresh produce. The focus of the event will be on showcasing the latest advancements in refrigerated container transportation.
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Apofruit Italia presents Italian avocado project at Fruit Logistica.
2026-01-30 00:00
Quality, sustainability, varietal innovation. With these fundamental principles, Apofruit Italia will participate in Fruit Logistica 2026 (Hall 2.2, booth A-40) with a wide range of products 100% made in Italy. An important novelty will be the Italian avocado project, currently in progress.
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In recent years, Fruity Pack has experienced significant growth by concentrating on its specialization in convenience products. To further support this ongoing growth, Fruity Pack will be expanding its Rotterdam facility this year by about one-third of its current capacity, while also maintaining the existing infrastructure.
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Nowe systemy sortowania optycznego i sztucznej inteligencji zaprezentowane dla borówek i owoców.
2026-01-30 00:00
Tomra Food will showcase new optical sorting advancements at Fruit Logistica Berlin 2026, featuring a new blueberry optical grader and demonstrations of its LUCAi™ deep learning technology applied to various types of produce. The company intends to exhibit these solutions in action at its booth.
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"New development integrates technology, hygiene, user-friendliness, and cost-effectiveness"
2026-01-30 00:00
With the new Pina Royal, HEPRO GmbH is introducing the next generation of its self-service pineapple peeling machine for the first time at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The machine will be showcased to industry professionals at the trade fair, representing another advancement in its development.
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Exports of refrigerated goods from South Africa have been steadily increasing over the past five years.
2026-01-30 00:00
The volumes of temperature-sensitive, or reefer, exports from South Africa have been steadily increasing over the past five years, as reported by the shipping company Mediterranean Shipping Company. The primary growth has been driven by exports to Europe, particularly due to products like citrus, table grapes, apples, and pears.
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Greenhouse upgrades and structural assessments are becoming increasingly important in the Netherlands as growers are adding a second, third, or even fourth screen to their greenhouse. Others are switching crops, moving to gutter-based growing systems, or introducing artificial lighting.
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Highly variable availability and quality of citrus
2026-01-30 00:00
"The citrus market is facing irregular availability caused by delays in shipping vessels, with notable differences in quality," says Jean-Pierre Bezuidenhout, Commercial Director at Wilko Fruit in Prinsenbeek. "Currently, Moroccan Nadorcott mandarins are the predominant choice in the market. However, weather conditions..."
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