SecondBloom Auctions has started an online liquidation sale of equipment from Eden Green Technology's previous vertical farming facility in Cleburne, Texas. Bidding is open until April 30th. The auction includes over 500 lots from a facility that provided leafy greens and herbs to more than 400 customers. read more

On the occasion of the upcoming Macfrut fair in Rimini, Fedagromercati-Confcommercio will be present to reaffirm, also in this edition, the importance of the role of wholesale entrepreneurs in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. Given the confirmation of the fair as one of the read more

Nature Fresh Farms will be participating in the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Convention and Trade Show, where they will continue to emphasize the development of fresh produce brands tailored to modern consumer preferences. The company will present their newest advancements in flavorful greenhouse-grown produce. read more

Cool Carriers, a large operator of specialized reefer vessels, today announces the operational results of its Chilean subsidiary for the 2025/26 Summer season, from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026. Despite a downturn in demand for imported fruits in the United States, Cool Carriers Chile moved a read more

The European EmpCo Directive (EU), part of the Green Deal, aims to better protect consumers and help them make sustainable choices. The basic principle is that consumers must be able to rely on clear, honest, and verifiable information, particularly regarding sustainability. The directive tackles... read more

Badger Herald, shows that the gripper successfully harvested ripe strawberries without causing any bruising. This innovation could revolutionize the way fruits are harvested, making the process more efficient and reducing waste. read more

The business group Logistics UK has called on the government to offer a support package for the country's logistics sector to prevent the increasing costs due to the conflict in the Middle East from affecting the UK economy. read more

From 21 to 23 April 2026, the Rimini Expo Centre will host the 43rd edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable supply chain, bringing together operators, buyers, and stakeholders from around the world. read more

Costa Group, one of Australia's top mushroom suppliers, has announced that it has increased its weekly production capacity by an additional 40 tonnes of fresh mushrooms per week. read more

Growers, traders, and industry experts from the fresh produce and ornamental horticulture sectors gathered in the Netherlands for the Tuinbouw Footprint Event 2026, where the focus shifted from broad sector-wide sustainability discussions toward the practical use of footprint calculations. read more

As SIAM 2026 opens in Meknes, one message dominates: agriculture must now deliver performance and sustainability at the same time. In Morocco, export-driven players are accelerating this shift. Among them, Delassus Group is emerging as a frontrunner, using B Corp certification as a benchmark to. read more

Three blueberry producers in Ukraine will collaborate through the UA GROWERS export platform in the 2026 season, bringing together more than 350 hectares of fruit-bearing plantations, over 2,000 square metres of storage, and automated sorting lines with a total capacity of up to 20 tons per day. read more

Importers of vegetables are currently dealing with escalating freight expenses across various modes of transport. Container rates are rising from important growing regions, and additional pressure is being added to the produce supply chain due to fuel surcharges and disruptions in the supply chain. Container shipping rates are also going up on major routes. read more

The Colombian herb company La Corsaria is currently capable of cleaning around 100 kg of mint per hour, with the option for additional capacity. When processing fresh mint, the company utilizes a GEWA 3800V ECO HELICAL washing machine equipped with an integrated system for removing insects and fine particles. read more

Agro-Watereffects is developing applications for Bio Energetic Water (BEW) to promote sustainability in the agriculture and horticulture sectors. The company currently has two operational systems, one in a closed ebb-and-flow system and another at a freesia grower, where the water is used. read more

A team of researchers from Stellenbosch University (SU) and the Agricultural Research Council has successfully edited the DNA of a woody crop plant in Africa for the first time by making precise changes to its genetic material. Using CRISPR technology, the researchers "switched off" a single read more

In the fruit and vegetable sector, innovation is not a whim: it is a necessity, and fourth-range products demonstrate this better than many other categories. When it was born, it changed the way of buying and consuming fruits and vegetables: it did not invent a new product, but added what matters most today. read more

The "Strawberry Inspirations" plantation in Hornigi, run by Magdalena and Mateusz Włodarczyk, is an example of a farm where various technologies for managing strawberry plantations are being tested. In the season, the Bioagris company joined the project, and Szymon. read more

In an increasingly complex international context, Macfruts confirms its role as a platform for discussion and development for the entire supply chain, capable of connecting production, research, and market, offering operators concrete tools to address the ongoing transformations. read more

Packaging plays a crucial role in the entire supply chain for fresh produce. It helps protect the product, minimize waste, and enhance food safety. Moreover, proper packaging allows for extended and more intricate distribution networks. At the retail level, packaging boosts efficiency and helps in establishing a brand presence. read more