The Co-op has announced that all UK produce will need to be certified under the sustainability standard LEAF by January 2027 as part of its efforts to enhance resilience in its supply chain. read more

Mexico remains at the center of the current garlic market turbulence, according to market participants. The country is receiving large volumes from Peru, Argentina, and Chile, while also handling continued inflows of Chinese garlic through unofficial channels. The combination of abundant supply and read more

Dewulf is introducing the MP 18-110, a new hall filler specifically designed for the North American potato and vegetable sector. The machine features a 110 cm belt width, a capacity of up to 250 tonnes per hour, and a sturdy, stable construction. Dewulf is aiming this product at growers and processors who. read more

Yesterday was a day dedicated to technique, innovation, and market perspectives organized by Cora Seeds at Agriturismo Massari in Conselice (Ravenna). An event that brought together producers, technicians, and industry operators, confirming once again the. read more

Trials conducted in Argentina have evaluated an MCPBag® system that releases 1-MCP inside each package to slow ripening in William's pears (Pyrus communis L.). The approach is being positioned as a potential method to reduce softening and waste in long supply chains where pears often lose quality. read more

Delaware Valley Floral Group, LLC (DVFG) has acquired Arnie's International Flowers, a wholesale floral supplier located in Buffalo, New York. This acquisition will allow DVFG to enhance its delivery service in Buffalo and Rochester, NY, by expanding it to five days a week, thereby strengthening its operational capabilities. read more

Gruppo VéGé, the first Modern Distribution Group born in Italy, has presented the fifth Sustainability Report for the years 2023 and 2024. read more

Italian cuisine enters the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity and UNESCO certifies what millions of consumers recognize every day: the strength of Made in Italy comes from the territories, agricultural supply chains, and the quality of raw materials. The Italian dossier, chosen read more

Digitization in agriculture is on the rise. Nevertheless, as stated by the Smart Agrifood Observatory, only 9.5% of Italian agricultural land is currently digitized. Despite this slow progress, the sector has moved from having just a few isolated sensors in the field to a plethora of data. read more

Sarjak Container Lines reports that freight rates from India to Europe have significantly increased in December, with spot container prices rising between 50% and 60%. The company mentioned that carriers are controlling capacity on the India-Europe route by implementing blank sailings and adjusting service. read more

Fresh produce suppliers are evaluating how future market conditions and challenges in the supply chain may impact their operations in 2026. Industry conversations, such as those at the recent Fruit Attraction Conference, have emphasized a mix of risks and new opportunities in global sourcing. read more

DP World is increasing the capacity, speeding up vessel operations, and improving cold-chain resilience at its San Antonio terminal to ensure that Chilean cherries reach China before the 2026 Chinese New Year, which is the most crucial sales period for the country's fresh fruit industry. read more

The Brazilian fruit association Abrafrutas has introduced the Frutas do Brasil ESG Seal, a novel certification program that acknowledges sustainable production methods in line with international market requirements. read more

The Minter family has been cultivating crops in Mildura for five generations, and has embraced new products and technologies to maintain a competitive advantage for its Minter Magic brand. read more

In the United States, the race for retail supremacy is no longer just about price or assortment: the new frontier is time. And in the ultra-fast delivery game, Walmart and Amazon are raising the pace like never before, unveiling two deeply strategic approaches. read more

Rivne-based farm Kalyna Buhryn has built a successful model by controlling the entire vegetable production process, from seedling cultivation to storage and direct delivery to large supermarket chains, also exporting. The company cultivates crops on 230 hectares, including carrots, onions,
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Air New Zealand Cargo expects to transport almost 6,000 tons of freight between December and January, with cherries and capsicums being among the main export products during the Christmas and New Year period. Air New Zealand General Manager of Cargo, Anne Dunne, stated that the airline is... read more

Amazon plans to invest over $35 billion in India by 2030 to expand its operations by enhancing artificial intelligence capabilities and increasing exports. The U.S. e-commerce giant made this announcement as part of the global tech firms' efforts to strengthen their presence in Asia. read more

Banana suppliers to India's quick commerce platforms often face a challenge with fruits becoming unsellable after just three days, according to Ketan Wagh from Haitech Solution. Haitech Solution has been distributing StePac's advanced packaging solutions in India for over a decade. Ketan Wagh mentions that preserving inventory becomes difficult when... read more

In view of the TSW 2026, Anna Wize, author and conference moderator, recounts the main themes of the January 24th edition dedicated to greenhouse vegetable production in Poland. Among viruses, parasites, "zero residue" cultivation, and innovations such as cultivation. read more