The food industry is confronted with a challenge: how to reduce waste while production volumes rise and quality standards become stricter. This is the core of the mission of Belgian start-up Polysense. Founder and CEO Yarne De Munck elaborates on how this emerging company utilizes operational intelligence to address this issue. read more

For the Cartonpack Group, 2025 was a year of consolidation and acceleration. Massimiliano Persico from the Group's Marketing Department highlights the achieved results and the future prospects, reviews the important milestones in a journey centered on innovation and service, and discusses the efforts to strengthen the company. read more

On December 15, The Consumer Goods Forum announced that the Flowers and Ornamentals Sustainability Standards (F.O.S.S.) developed by the Kenya Flower Council (KFC) have been recognized by the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI). This recognition offers consumer goods companies with... read more

The team at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has successfully cultivated one of Scotland's rarest mosses – Round-leaved bryum – during ex-situ conservation trials with the assistance of Air-Pot. The innovative design of the Air-Pot container, which enables precise water management, played a crucial role in this achievement. read more

Kivits Logistics Group's second cold storage facility at Dutch Fresh Port, named Ridderkerk 2, was completed on Friday, December 19th. The building occupies an area of 4.5 hectares and has 34,000 m2 of floor space, which includes a packaging floor of 9,000 m2. It features 30 cold storage rooms, ranging in size from 140 to... read more

The enhancement of the most relevant nutrients in the horticultural species cultivated by OP Nordest members is the objective of the research project "Innovation of agricultural techniques and qualitative improvement of horticultural products of OP Nordest members", carried out with the. read more

One Flora Group and Juan Carlos Hannaford, owner of Elite, have announced that they have reached an agreement to join forces. Both parties commit to building a smarter, more sustainable, and future-proof global flower supply chain, while continuing to operate independently and strengthening one. read more

Cornwall aims to take the lead in developing the UK geothermal sector with a new proposal launched last week. The proposal, developed by Cornwall Trade and Investment, seeks to capitalize on the advancements made in the US that have transformed deep geothermal technology, making it much more efficient. read more

Port of Dover Cargo has successfully completed its second consecutive citrus season, solidifying its role as a vital entry point for fresh produce into the UK market. Through close collaboration with the Reefer Alliance service, a partnership between Seatrade and Cool Carriers, the Port of Dover efficiently managed the handling of... read more

Global container shipping lines are showing significantly different strategies for a potential return to the Red Sea and Suez Canal, as changing regional security conditions lead to careful reassessments within the industry. While Maersk has started conducting limited test transits, CMA CGM is getting ready. read more

Let's take a look back at last month: November. With IFTF and Trade Fair Aalsmeer taking place side by side, the sector showcased new varieties, concepts, and innovations. At the same time, strategic collaborations, technological advances, and company farewells were discussed. Let's have a read! read more

Stakeholders in the export-oriented fruit value chain, along with the Western Cape Government and Transnet Port Terminals (TPT), are pleased to announce that the successful Public Sector Partnership (PSP) project implemented during the 2024/25 deciduous fruit export season will be renewed. read more

A new cross-border logistics network is revolutionizing the trade of fresh produce between northwest China's Xinjiang region and Central Asia, driven by the Belt and Road Initiative. Refrigerated trucks now transport fruits and vegetables from Xinjiang to markets in Kyrgyzstan and other countries in Central Asia. read more

Uiseong County has been selected as the final recipient of the Rural Development Administration's "Open-Field Smart Technology Convergence Demonstration Model Expansion" pilot project, marking a major step toward digitalizing the apple industry. The county will invest 4 billion KRW. read more

VIP, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta, enters the new year confirming itself as a "First Class Apple Partner", thanks to a wide assortment, a reliable supply chain, and an overall excellent quality that continues to distinguish the Consortium. read more

The MPS-Socially Qualified (MPS-SQ) certificate has been officially recognized by the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI). This is a significant achievement, validating that MPS participants' dedication to social sustainability adheres to the highest international standards. read more

This week, the volume of Chilean sea-freighted cherries continued to increase, with prices generally lower than last week. For example, the mainstream price for a 2.5kg × 2 (two-in-one) 3J package of the Santina variety is ¥350–370 per box, while the 2J size is approximately ¥310 per box. read more

Noatum Ports, the international ports operating arm of AD Ports Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al Dahra Agriculture – Egypt to advance Egypt's logistics infrastructure and strengthen its position as a regional hub for trade and supply chain solutions. read more

Pakistan's kinno exports continue to fall short of potential due to regional tensions, high freight costs, and weak government support. Despite being a leading global citrus producer, the country is expected to export only 400,000–450,000 tonnes of kinno in the 2025–26 season, far below its true capacity. read more

The New Zealand machine manufacturer CR Automation collaborates closely with the fruit industry to create solutions that guarantee fruits meet export standards. One of the solutions developed to address the issue of pest contamination, which was affecting exports to important markets, is a high-pressure fruit washer. read more