At the first edition of Il Carrello – Frutta & Verdura, the Retail Atlas, organized by IFN and Agroter with the collaboration of Toluna and NielsenIQ, the spotlight was focused on one of the pillars, often underestimated, of the Italian fruit and vegetable supply chain: the market system. read more

The following article is written by Mekonnen Solomon from the Ethiopian Ministry of Agriculture. As a senior staff member and horticulture export coordinator at the Ministry of Agriculture in Ethiopia, I am enthusiastic about advancing the nation's floriculture sub-sector, especially its vibrant rose industry. read more

The Chilean cherry season is currently transitioning from its initial phase of air-freight shipments to the period when volumes begin to increase. However, the market has started cautiously. The beginning of the season has been noticeably different from previous years, influenced by early-season weather challenges. read more

The orchards in Wanshan District, Tongren City, Guizhou Province, are busy as the annual pomelo harvest reaches its peak. Covering over 1,333 hectares and projected to produce around 13,000 tons, this crop has become a significant source of rural income, showcasing the vibrant, aromatic fruit. read more

The Drewry Airfreight Price Index increased by 13% from October to a worldwide average of $3.57. This rise was driven by double-digit growth in the Asia-Europe westbound (+19%) and transpacific eastbound (+18%) sectors. In the transatlantic sector, rates increased by 1% eastbound but decreased by 5% in the opposite direction. read more

Already working on your New Year's resolutions? Well, we certainly aren't yet, as it still feels like mid-October, there are still 31 days left on the December calendar, and we'd also love to reflect on 2025 with you. That's why it's time for the Special Year Overview. In this special, read more

Drewry's Intra-Asia Container Index (IACI), a weighted average of regional spot container freight rates, increased by 6% in the fortnight ending on November 30, 2025, to $667 per 40ft container. read more

Ethiopia is making a major change in its horticulture industry by transitioning avocado exports from costly air freight to a more efficient and sustainable sea freight method. This initiative is being spearheaded by the Ethiopian Agriculture Authority and the Ethiopian Horticulture Producers and Exporters. read more

"Sustainability is a mandatory choice. Companies that are not sustainable will not have a future." Giovanni Arena, CEO of the Arena Group (VéGé) which manages Decò and SuperConveniente stores in Sicily, does not mince words on stage. read more

The rapidly increasing food import bill in Africa, currently estimated at $70 billion per year and expected to reach $111 billion by 2025, highlights the critical importance of investing in agricultural biotechnology and climate-smart food systems, according to experts. This was emphasized in discussions with The New Times. read more

With a 20% increase in sales volume, the 2025 commercial campaign of Perla Nera has ended with great satisfaction from the entire supply chain, confirming it as the consumers' favorite watermelon. read more

Nominated for the Sival d'Or in the Varietal Innovation category, the brand new Kiara® pear (Cepora cov.), unveiled this summer to growers and technicians, was presented on November 25th and 26th at SITEVI in Montpellier. What attracted the most attention? A taste that lingers on the palate. read more

Potężne południowo-wschodnie wiatry w ciągu ostatnich dwóch tygodni spowodowały zamieszanie dla kontenerowców załadowujących się w Kapsztadzie.

Strong south-easterly winds over the past two weeks have caused havoc for container vessels loading in Cape Town. read more

The delivery service Uber Eats will start delivering food using robots, with the world's first rollout set to begin in the UK this winter in partnership with AI robotic specialist Starship. read more

Hort Innovation has confirmed the re-election of Julie Bird and Jan Vydra to its board following the organization’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). read more

Lockyer Valley biotechnology company Metagen has achieved a significant milestone by developing a DNA-based diagnostic test for Australian onion growers struggling with Stemphylium leaf blight (SLB) crop losses. read more

"The bill approved today in the Senate without any opposing votes and with a consensus that extends beyond the majority is particularly relevant for the protection of our agri-food system, for the traceability and safety of our products, and therefore for the" read more

Ports are transitioning from manual processes to sensor-driven, digitally coordinated systems. Nowadays, modern ports incorporate AI, IoT, automation, and predictive maintenance, along with energy-efficient technologies like solar power generation and real-time optimization being more commonly integrated into their daily operations. read more

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre has been recognized by the Government of Ontario as the winner in the Research and Innovation category at the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, presented by Minister Trevor Jones. Vineland President and CEO Ian Potter and Vice President, Research and… read more

On 1 January 2026, Marco Wolleswinkel will join the executive team of SuperFlora, a part of Dutch Flower Group (DFG). He will be working alongside Remco Salome to form the new executive team. Wolleswinkel will take on the role of Director of Supply Chain and Operations and will be responsible for leading the entire. read more