The asparagus sector could be on the verge of a major transformation with the upcoming release of AsperCut, France's first robotic asparagus harvester, expected next season. This project was born out of a stark realization: the shortage of agricultural labor poses one of the greatest threats to... read more

While Spain has reduced quotas for winter tomato cultivation in favor of other crops and increased them for the summer harvest, and while Morocco remains one of Italy's main competitors, it is Turkey that is increasingly asserting itself in the Mediterranean basin. read more

The month of April is an important milestone for Coliman Bananas as the company celebrates the 47th anniversary of the AGGALL Group – Coliman Bananas. This family business has grown with passion, innovation, and a strong sense of social responsibility since it was founded by Jorge Aguilar. read more

Grupo Agroponiente has started marketing its first watermelons and melons for the 2025 Spring Campaign. The initial shipments have been sent to the logistics facilities and processed into orders tailored to meet the requirements of customers in Spain and Europe. Since April, the season has been in full swing. read more

The hardware giant Bunnings has agreed to a set of principles to address concerns regarding its relationships with plant suppliers. This issue was raised during last year's supermarket senate inquiry, where suppliers expressed complaints about Bunnings' conduct and advocated for a code of conduct to safeguard their interests. read more

With the Dutch vegetable season now underway, transport activities have also picked up. "We've noticed that traffic has been increasing since the beginning of the month," says Jeroen van Leijsen of Hermus International. "Fortunately, we also have customers with winter programs and continue to." read more

Morocco Foodex announced on Thursday that the first container of Moroccan citrus fruit has been officially unloaded in Japan, marking the Kingdom of Morocco's entry into one of the world's most demanding markets in terms of quality and traceability. This achievement highlights the competitiveness of Moroccan products. read more

During the recent IFN Live dedicated to the world of bananas, broadcasted on our social channels (click here to watch the live stream), an encouraging picture has emerged regarding consumption, which has been steadily increasing in recent years. This trend is driving companies in the sector to... read more

With the beginning of the German outdoor vegetable harvest, the demand for freight forwarders is gradually increasing. "We are currently transporting significant quantities of regional asparagus from Nienburg and vegetables from the Palatinate, such as radishes, lettuce, and similar produce. read more

Veganic, a company specializing in effective biosolutions for agriculture, has introduced its new MicroGea technology. "This technology is based on endophytic microorganisms unique to their strains, which have been discovered and characterized by the Veganic R&D team. The freeze-dried strains have already been… read more

In a historical moment where uncertainties dominate, Unitec offers its customers solutions along the fruit and vegetable supply chain that provide certainty. From the field to the warehouse, from sorting to robotics, "we work for your results" translates into the ability to offer consistent quality. read more

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