Farming is undergoing a transformation with the help of advanced technologies that are changing the way fruit is harvested and handled. Autonomous drones, like Tevel's Flying Robots, are now being used to harvest fruit around the world. At the same time, innovations such as UC San Diego's GRIP-tape gripper are making progress in handling fruit gently. read more

So the first harvest has reached its peak in the still young pepper season of 2025. The plants, which were planted from late 2024 to early 2025, are now producing colorful, aromatic fruits. Harvested daily, carefully sorted, and stored to preserve quality, the peppers reach... read more

The initial batches were delivered to the various warehouses where the logistics for these products are handled, packed according to customer requirements, and shipped out. read more

As a key player in the logistics industry, EPAL Germany demonstrates how high-quality and durable load carriers optimize transport and logistics processes while also strengthening the circular economy. "Our load carriers are a crucial component for sustainable. read more

"The Earth Day 2025 serves as a global reminder that our planet urgently needs protection. As the largest global environmental initiative, Earth Day unites individuals, businesses, and governments to take action against climate change, environmental pollution, and resource depletion. In 2025, the focus is on..." read more

The survey conducted by OnePoll among 250 independent small retailers revealed that 91% have implemented AI technology - the most common applications being AI assistants (39%), marketing (39%), and text generation (38%). On a typical day, they save read more

Rimini will host Frutic2025, the 15th edition. The event will take place on May 7–8, 2025, within the Macfrut 2025 exhibition. Following the success of the previous edition held in Valencia in 2022, Frutic returns to Italy with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and quality in the fruit industry. read more

Aldi UK Chief Executive Giles Hurley reflects on significant retail technology changes as the company surpasses the milestone of 1,000 stores. As the German retailer marks 35 years of operations in the UK, Hurley has shared updates on the progress made, including new store openings. read more

The Gariguette, one of the early varieties launching the strawberry season, has reached its production peak for its first cycle. Vivien Bouthier, director of the Aiguillon site, and Guillaume Baraille, sales director at France Food, take stock of what has so far been a promising season in every. read more

Rimini is getting ready to host Frutic2025, 15th edition, which will take place on May 7th and 8th, 2025 as part of Macfrut 2025. Following the success of the previous edition held in Valencia in 2022, Frutic returns to Italy with the aim of focusing on innovation and sustainability. read more

During the last IFN live broadcast (click here to watch it), dedicated to the world of bananas, a key concept emerged clearly: segmentation is the real driver to increase the value of the product in every aspect. A strategic approach that finds concrete read more

In the Calmar area of central Alberta, the Mooij family operates a seed potato business called Creek Side Potatoes. They cultivate multiple varieties across hundreds of hectares, and their seed potatoes are distributed across Canada and the United States. Their use of the Optica Q technology has enhanced their operations. read more

Spotlight on combined weight technology. "From top-of-the-range solutions to options for those who need to package minimum quantities of product in trays and/or nets - we leverage all the experience we have accumulated over the years from installing various types of processing equipment to serve... read more

Visiting blueberry plantations in the first half of April conducted by Dr. Paweł Krawiec, we have the opportunity to observe changes in the approach to cultivation using products based on brown coal. In these plantations, the use of such products is increasingly widespread.

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A day dedicated to innovation in the heart of the Bologna fruit and vegetable market. On April 18, during an Open Day at the CAAB (Agri-Food Center of Bologna), HM.Clause presented Dozza F1, a new variety of Bolognese zucchini that aims to redefine the standards of. read more

The new wind blowing in Brussels on sustainability issues is well received by different industry associations. However, there are still several important issues on the table that could boost the fruit and vegetable sector: from the issue of the possible revocation of many active ingredients to the new developments. read more

Seed meets Technology 2025 is fully booked with exhibitors. The exhibition organizers are proud of this and have recently opened public registration. The seed technology fair will take place again at Vertify in Zwaagdijk-Oost, the Netherlands on September 23, 24, and 25. read more

When shipping fresh fruits and vegetables, shippers must take into account commodity compatibility, especially in terms of temperature, relative humidity, and ethylene sensitivity. This factor becomes particularly important in LTL (less-than-truckload) shipments, where multiple commodities are involved. read more

Visitors to Kom in de Kas at Tomato Nursery Van den Belt recently had the opportunity to see a new innovation in crop protection. Hiljan de Leeuw and Bram Löbker from Framtida developed a system to control spider mites locally using a drone and their BioStrooier. During Kom in de Kas, the video read more

The False Codling Moth (FCM), or Thaumatotibia leucotreta, is a highly destructive pest native to sub-Saharan Africa. It affects a wide range of crops including citrus, mangoes, avocados, capsicum, and roses. Due to its high reproductive capacity and adaptability to warm climates, FCM has become a read more