IFCO has announced the opening of its new service center in Dallas, Texas. The facility is part of the company's North American expansion for reusable packaging in fresh food supply chains. Dallas was chosen for its central location and access to major transportation routes, allowing IFCO to. read more

Correspondingly, more and more farmers and supply chain stakeholders are opting for 'parametric climate insurance' over traditional weather insurance. According to Client Director Ard van't Veer from risk and insurance consultancy Aon, "This type of insurance is also becoming more popular in Europe." Ard van't Veer added, "Both solutions have their... read more

Autopack, an independent integrator of packaging lines based in Hereford, has acquired Autopak Machinery, a Nottingham-based company specializing in bag filling and handling equipment. This acquisition enhances Autopack's capabilities in the flexible packaging market and complements its broader offerings in... read more

French vertical farming company Tower Farm niedawno uruchomiła BotaniX, aby dostarczać wysokowydajne i śledzone składniki roślinne na skalę przemysłową. Został on stworzony w odpowiedzi na zapotrzebowanie klientów i dostosowany do realnych potrzeb rynkowych. Decyzja o wejściu na rynek nie była kwestią podążania za trendy. read more

Bonduelle Italy announces an important organizational evolution effective as of July 1, 2025. The company continues the One Brand journey started last year, working towards "One Bonduelle" with changes involving two key areas: Sell-In and Supply Chain. read more

"Chi ben comincia è a metà dell’opera": This proverb of ancient origins fully reflects the idea of our producers, constantly oriented towards innovation and motivated with tenacity to face the challenges that the market presents season after season. read more

Over the past few weeks, Floriday has been conducting physical workshops in Kenya. In Nanyuki, 16 participants representing 9 farms attended, while in Naivasha, 37 participants representing 25 farms were present. The workshops aimed to demonstrate how Floriday aids in work processes. read more

The California-based company Apeel Sciences, known for creating plant-based, edible coatings that help prolong the freshness of fruits and vegetables, recently announced that it filed a lawsuit on August 29 against wellness influencer Robyn Openshaw and her company, Green Smoothie Girl, which offers wellness advice on its website. read more

DP World is introducing a new service from Morocco to the UK and North Europe, aiming to reduce export times for fruit and vegetable shipments in the UK by up to two days. read more

Apart from this addition, Copa-Cogeca's long-standing concerns would remain unchanged - particularly the differences in production standards and the sustainability challenges that represent the central and unresolved issue of this agreement. read more

Blue Radix has announced an expansion of its operations in France. Due to substantial growth in the number of French customers and a rising demand for automation, labor efficiency, and energy conservation, the company is placing a stronger emphasis on the French market. A French-speaking Sales Manager is being recruited to support this effort. read more

Danziger is increasing its dedication to the success of growers by providing new tools, technology, and expert guidance for customers and partners. The company has launched a new Growing Tips Hub on its website. This professional resource center offers information on best practices, expert growing tips, and more. read more

The volume of rail freight between China and the EU decreased in the first half of 2025, despite a rise in overall East-West trade. Rail freight has not established a stable position in trade between China and the European Union. Since 2019, increases in activity have been primarily due to external disruptions. read more

Supply chains in North America are still being disrupted by tariffs, port congestion, and changes in cargo movements. Some manufacturers are placing orders earlier in anticipation of tariff changes, while others are changing their sourcing strategies. Logistics strategies are being updated to prioritize data visibility and efficiency. read more

The kiwifruit marketer Jingold stated that they still view Asia as a lucrative market with great business prospects, despite facing logistical hurdles in shipping fruit from Europe to the region. read more

James Hutton Limited, the commercial arm of The James Hutton Institute, has received £38,881 from the Scottish Government to develop a climate technology and agricultural technology innovation campus at its Invergowrie location. read more

The inventory reduction of the other varieties is less than 20 tons. 35 tons of premium apple varieties, 79 tons of other apple varieties, and 16 tons of robust and resistant varieties were sold. read more

With the renaming, the rebranding process is completed according to valantic, and the shared strategic orientation is clearly implemented. read more

In the Chernivtsi region of Ukraine, apple growers are getting ready for the beginning of the harvest season, which is delayed by about two weeks this year due to prolonged spring frosts. Currently, only 3-5% of the total crop, mostly early varieties, has been harvested. The main harvest peak is expected to occur around. read more

It is currently the peak fruit harvest season in the Northern Hemisphere, with apples, grapes, blueberries, and citrus fruits entering the market. Proper temperature management in cold chain logistics is essential for maintaining product quality and prolonging shelf life. Even minor fluctuations in temperature can impact the freshness and marketability of the fruits. read more