The Ministry of Agriculture's plan to increase the cultivation area involves the use of Artificial Intelligence and other technologies to increase the per-hectare yield from 42 tons to 65 tons and form clusters. read more

"What are the latest and most innovative solutions in the fresh produce packaging industry?" - "I love answering this question for a couple of reasons," says Wayne DeCou, Equipment Director at Volm Companies. "Our industry is dynamic, with constant innovation leading to a plethora of topics to discuss...". read more

Wouter De Bruycker has recently returned from Houston, where he spent time at Dynamax's main office to familiarize himself with his new role as the Global Sales & Innovation Manager. Throughout different roles in his career, he has always been drawn to horticulture. "I have known the CEO of read more

Irrigation of soilless strawberries has a new feature called the "IRRISENSE" Control Point, which revolutionizes water management by using substrate weight as an automation variable. This system monitors water loss in real-time through evapotranspiration and activates irrigation only when necessary. read more

In a difficult context, amidst armed conflicts and geopolitical tensions, rising logistics costs, with the risk of a dangerous increase in protectionist barriers, fresh fruit and vegetables set a record for Italian exports in 2024, surpassing read more

We report the statement from the company L'Orto di Jack, which was affected by the fire at the Ortomercato in Milan: "During the night between the 19th and 20th of March, a serious fire struck our warehouse at the Ortomercato in Milan, damaging the structure and some of our fruit and vegetable supplies. read more

Cosco Shipping Ports Limited, a ports logistics service provider, announced today the annual results of the Company and its subsidiaries (the "Group") for the year ended 31 December 2024. Key highlights of the 2024 FY results include a 6.1% year-on-year (YoY) increase in total throughput to 144,032,722 TEU. read more

Prepping, emocracy, and trad-wives are likely to influence Green Industry trends for 2026 in various ways. Prepping refers to the practice of preparing for potential disasters or emergencies, which may lead to an increased interest in self-sustainability and gardening, consequently boosting the demand for flowers and plants. Emocracy, a term combining emotion and democracy, suggests a growing emphasis on emotional connections and values in decision-making, potentially driving a preference for eco-friendly and sustainable products like flowers and plants. Trad-wives, short for traditional wives, may contribute to a resurgence in traditional values and lifestyles, including an appreciation for nature and gardening.

In a world characterized by instability and uncertainty, consumers may seek solace in nature and turn to flowers and plants as a source of comfort and stability. The Checkpoint zeitgeist captures this overarching theme of navigating through turbulent times and finding grounding in nature and its offerings. As a result, the Green Industry may witness a shift towards products and practices that align with consumers' desire for stability, sustainability, and emotional connections, shaping the trends for 2026. read more

This week, South African Flash Gala apples have arrived, priced approximately 20% higher than in previous seasons. Traders attribute this price increase to the earlier launch of the apples and the rising production and logistics costs. Meanwhile, South African Gala apples have already arrived as well. read more

When passion turns into innovation, the result is internationally recognized excellence. L'Insalata dell'Orto, a Veneto-based company specializing in the production of fresh vegetables for the IV Range, has been able to enhance a niche market that is still relatively unknown. read more

The Swedish company Growpipes, led by CEO Christer Tilk, is challenging the idea that vertical farming requires a significant capital investment. Instead, they have created a modular system that enables farmers to begin on a small scale and expand gradually. While many companies prioritize high-tech solutions, read more

What are the latest trends, developments, and challenges in marigold breeding? Mr. Tatchai Kantarot, Managing Director of Target Genetics, a marigold breeding and seed production company based in Chiang Mai, Thailand, shares his insights in this article. A young company with deep expertise in marigold breeding, Target Genetics is at the forefront of innovation in this field. read more

Horticulture stakeholders in Nigeria have urged the Federal Government to improve local production and supply chains in order to access the 43 billion euros EU horticulture and grape market. This request was made during a webinar organized by the EU-Nigeria Agribusiness Platform, titled "Market Insights: read more

Irish fruit importer Fyffes was praised for its efforts to promote environmental sustainability at the PwC Business Post Sustainable Business Awards gala event in Dublin. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has published a white paper titled 'Supply Chain of the Future: From Vision to Action', which offers a roadmap for "unprecedented pre-commercial collaboration" to address systemic challenges in the fresh produce supply chain. read more

Approximately 60 consortium partners and other interested parties gathered at the Fruit Research Centre (FRC) in Randwijk to conclude the project The Next Fruit 4.0. Over the past four years, this project has focused on technological innovations aimed at improving fruit cultivation. read more

DP World will increase the capacity of the London Gateway port by constructing two new ship berths, bringing the total to six berths capable of accommodating the largest container ships in the world. Additionally, the site will be expanded to include a second rail terminal in order to... read more

The perishable logistics firm PML Seafrigo has stated that it is ready to assist UK produce businesses impacted by the unforeseen closure of Heathrow airport today (21 March). read more

The Bayer. Mushrooms and Forest Fruits Uwe Niklas GmbH, a leading company in the field of fresh, dried, and frozen mushrooms, presented a groundbreaking innovation at this year's FRUIT LOGISTICA: the new Fresh-Cut line. This product line offers read more

As reported by QS citing the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL), the use of Fonganil Gold is permitted for combating downy mildew in the cultivation of young plants of lettuce and fresh herbs. The emergency authorization is valid from March 14, 2025, until July 11, 2025. read more