Digital agriculture as a response to the halving of Italian kiwi production in the last ten years, mainly caused by root diseases such as dieback, drought, and irregular rainfall. With this goal in mind, a partnership was established between Plantvoice, a benefit corporation based in Bolzano. read more

Hungary: SPAR invests €3.65 million to modernize two stores
SPAR Hungary has invested over €1.98 million to modernize the INTERSPAR store in Pápa, located in the Prémium Centre shopping center. The refrigeration equipment for dairy products, frozen goods, meat, and vegetables has been replaced, while the... read more

In China, plastic retrieved from rivers is recycled into high-quality PPS. This material is combined with natural stone powder to produce Polystone, a durable composite. Stylish pots are then made from this eco-friendly blend, providing a perfect blend of intelligent design and environmental sustainability. read more

A new product called Hydro leek, grown in water basins instead of outdoors, will soon be available on the shelves of Belgian supermarkets. The system was developed by REO Veiling and Inagro, with automation provided by Indurra and its spin-off Hydromasters using Siemens technology. read more

Lisa Casta from Interplant Roses addresses this question in a video that showcases the entire journey of a spray rose, beginning with the initial stages of the breeding process and concluding with the moment the flower is placed in the consumer's vase. As stated by Interplant, the vase life of a rose is. read more

The second workshop on the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Pest Database, with the aim of enhancing regional cooperation in plant health, biosecurity, and pest data management, took place in Putrajaya, Malaysia. The event was organized by CABI, the Department of Agriculture (DOA) Malaysia, and read more

Gruppo Selex publishes the twelfth edition of the Sustainability Report, the document that tells the joint commitment of the Central Office and the 18 Member Companies in generating economic, social, and environmental value. Concrete and measurable activations and actions, with a focus on the territories and. read more

The 2024/25 citrus harvest at Cooperativa Morgia is shaping up to be one of the most unusual in recent years. "The drought and summer heat significantly impacted the size of the fruit, especially the early clementines," explains Managing Director Francesco Graziani. "The fruit was smaller than read more

Oppy has published the third edition of its annual sustainability report, titled Expect the World From Us. read more

Oppy has released the third edition of its annual sustainability report, 'Expect the world from us'. read more

An earlier start to the strawberry season in Egypt has led Egyptair to seek assistance from airfreight company AirMaster in setting up additional services for exporting perishable goods from the country. read more

The United States plays a significant role in the global potato and horticultural supply chain that goes beyond just production. Decisions made in Washington impact fertilizer costs, access to seeds, market entry, phytosanitary regulations, and trade patterns. Growers benefit from soft credit, federally backed insurance, and other forms of support. read more

Sonia Red and Sonia White, the most sought-after flowers in the market, can now be grown in Punjab without the need for a passport. The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has introduced cultivation technology for two varieties of high-value exotic Dendrobium orchids for the first time in North India, reducing transport costs. This convergence of scientific and commercial advancements is bringing new opportunities to the region. read more

A undoubtedly positive campaign, supported by intense cooperation from all stakeholders in the supply chain and driven by the proper valorization of apples, as well as the flattering performance of other products. read more

Ahold Delhaize focuses on AI projects with impact

After completing several projects involving artificial intelligence across various areas, Ahold Delhaize is now turning its attention to a few key business processes. The company aims to become a "smart follower" in the realm of AI, according to CEO Frans Muller. Source: retaildetail.eu read more

Indian tomato growers may soon have a solution to prevent their produce from being discarded when market prices crash. A team of teachers and students from Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology (BIET) in Karnataka's Davanagere district has developed a new smart preservation system that. read more

In a bag of pre-packaged and ready-to-eat small salad leaves, there is a story of the evolution of taste, a method of cultivation, and selling to the general public that until a few years ago seemed completely improbable. Especially in Italy, where innovation and read more

In a scenario characterized by uncertainty, social and demographic changes, technological innovations, and new challenges arising from the evolving international context, modern retail undergoes continuous transformations while maintaining an important role for people. read more

With FloraPhoto Scenes AI, Floral Innovations introduces a new online tool that allows growers, exporters, and retailers to create realistic lifestyle images in just a few seconds. Simply upload a product photo, select a setting, and the AI will automatically place the plant in a suitable, natural-looking... read more

Quality assurance, transparency, and food safety are increasingly central themes that respond to the growing demand from consumers for healthy and traceable products throughout every stage of the agricultural supply chain. This demand is being met by advanced digital solutions such as... read more