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

"Według najnowszych danych, Natura Iblea ma wszystko, aby nadal wyróżniać się jako jedno z największych przedsiębiorstw na rynku w obecnym sezonie," raportuje Roberto Giadone, prezes firmy, przedstawiając plany na nadchodzący rok. "Mimo kilku" read more

Rijk Zwaan has stated that its participation in Fruit Logistica 2025 demonstrates its dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration in the fruit and vegetable industry. read more

The participants come from the fruit trade, the nut and dried fruit industry, shipping companies and freight forwarding companies, as well as service providers. read more

When it comes to the harvest, Cosmic Crisp® is soaring high: With an expected availability of 21,000 tons, this heavenly delight will conquer the markets from mid-January into the fall. Thanks to its excellent shelf life, Cosmic Crisp® ensures freshness even in the. read more

Planasa has appointed Hans Liekens as global head of innovation. He brings over 30 years of experience in the FMCG and agriculture sectors, holding senior positions at companies such as Tropicana, Chiquita, Campina, Hessing, and Fall Creek. read more

Blueberries grown in Guangdong, China, are gaining a competitive advantage in terms of freshness and reduced transportation costs because of their proximity to major sales destinations. The planting area is continuously expanding. The Guangzhou Deyu Blueberry Base, situated in the Huadu production area of Guangdong, is leading this trend. read more

Fleuroselect has announced the latest Gold Medal winners. Each of these new breeding breakthroughs achieved exceptional scores in innovation, beauty, and garden performance during the Fleuroselect annual trial, leading the judges to award them the prestigious Gold Medal. read more