The program Sustainabloom, created by the American Floral Endowment, has introduced three new guides aimed at helping the industry grasp the significance of social sustainability. Developed by researchers from NC State University, these guides provide valuable insights into various aspects such as [...]. read more

The "Op La Deliziosasi" brand is presented at Marca 2025 with its range of protected label products. A selection of proposals all from controlled, sustainable supply chains and made in Sicily, as marketing manager Sarah Bua explained to us. read more

Adopting technology has become essential in addressing the productivity, sustainability, and traceability challenges of international markets. Digital traceability has emerged as a solution to integrate and connect various stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, from producers to supermarkets. read more

"The greenhouse industry is at a crossroads where people face a pivotal choice: embrace the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to stand out in a crowded market or risk being commodified by sticking to outdated AI methods," says Adam Greenberg with IUNU. "Before implementing new read more

Justin Mudge's early years in the emerging South African blueberry industry date back thirty years and led to his role as chairman of the industry organization BerriesZA for five years. He gained recognition during the prolonged port strike of 2022 when he spoke out in the mainstream media to criticize the situation. read more

Apeel Sciences has introduced a new line of "next generation" post-harvest solutions. Fresh Formulaics provides a plant-based substitute for traditional waxes and fungicides, which helps minimize spoilage, prolong the freshness of products, improve appearance, and reduce worker contact with harsh chemicals. read more

Fresh Formulaics has introduced a new line of "next generation" post-harvest solutions. The company offers plant-based alternatives to traditional waxes and fungicides, which can help minimize spoilage, extend the freshness of products, improve appearance, and reduce worker exposure. read more

The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has already significantly impacted the industry in the past year. The focus is on avoiding packaging waste, establishing and promoting a circular economy, making packaging more easily recyclable, and encouraging more environmentally friendly practices. read more

Over 200 exhibiting companies were represented last year. In 2025, the number of visitors is expected to increase to 5,000, with the team anticipating 250 exhibitors categorized into six categories: Production, Import/Export, Transport & Logistics, Packaging, Processing, and Machinery. read more

The Marca trade fair celebrates its twenty-first edition with record numbers: 1,300 exhibitors and a 30% increase compared to 2024, as highlighted by Giampiero Cazolari, President of BolognaFiere, at the opening of the inaugural conference on "The leading role of Modern Distribution and. read more

The mushroom industry reflects on 2024 with mixed feelings: while breeding farms continue to be impacted by high energy, wage, and logistics costs, there is also strong demand for various mushroom products such as button mushrooms, exotic mushrooms, and forest mushrooms. read more

With a more efficient method for artificial pollination, farmers in the future could grow fruits and vegetables inside multilevel warehouses, boosting yields while mitigating some of agriculture's harmful impacts on the environment. To help make this idea a reality, MIT researchers are working on developing advanced technologies and techniques. read more

On January 9, 2025, Kenyan summer cut-flower grower and exporter Florencia Blooms Limited celebrated a milestone in sustainability. By launching the first phase of their solar energy initiative, they are making significant progress towards achieving their FSI2025 sustainability goals. "It read more

Maria Luisa Cinquerrui, sole administrator of Smartisland Group, is the winner of the 2025 Danila Bragantini Award, the innovation Oscar promoted for the seventh consecutive year by the National Association of Women in the Fruit and Vegetable Sector, aimed at giving voice to entrepreneurship. read more

Hazera, a global vegetable seed company under the Limagrain Group, and BeeHero, a data-driven pollination technology provider, have announced a partnership to assess BeeHero's Pollination Insights Platform (PIP). The platform is designed to offer farmers in-depth information about. read more

The horticulture industry in Kenya is currently facing a decline in its share of the international market due to increasing production costs and logistical challenges. Industry players, such as the Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya (FPEAK), point out the stiff competition from other countries. read more

Maan Group recently announced the launch of Maan Horti Automation. With this move, Maan aims to intensify its focus on automation to better support the products they distribute in partnership with Klasmann-Deilmann. This organizational change will prioritize the internal development and growth of... read more

Rijk Zwaan's Innovations at Fruit Logistica 2025

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MPS, an organization that provides sustainability certification standards for the horticulture industry, has joined as the Headline Sponsor for the prestigious AIPH International Grower of the Year (IGOTY) Awards 2025. Hosted by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), the ... read more

The South African table grape industry is now operating with more foresight than ever before, thanks to a prescriptive logistics model. They are now able to run scenarios up to eight weeks in advance to determine the most optimal logistics solutions. Although the 2024/25 season started slightly later, read more