A revitalized fruit and vegetable department focusing on sustainability is one of the innovations in Waitrose's first-ever 'Home of Food Lovers' concept store, which has opened in Newbury. read more

Fyffes has been acknowledged for its "leadership, innovation, investment, and ingenuity" in the areas of environment, social, and governance (ESG) at the Business Post Leadership Awards ceremony held recently in Dublin. read more

The logistics company Maersk announced that it achieved "strong" financial results in the third quarter of 2025, which were fueled by operational enhancements and proactive cost-cutting measures. read more

Biotechnology company Metagen Australia has promoted Queensland-based agricultural professional Liam Riedy to the position of general manager as it enters its next growth phase. read more

During the IAD-IBD trade show, Laure Sandoval, the managing director and founder of EAGL Sanodev, showcased several innovations such as AgroProtect and AgroActiv. These products are specifically designed to assist growers in fighting against pests and diseases. The company has been dedicated to developing alternative solutions for over twelve years. read more

SecondBloom, in partnership with M. Davis Group, will oversee the full liquidation of Bowery Farming's $70 million vertical farming facility in Locust Grove, Georgia. The 200,000 square foot operation is one of the biggest vertical farming liquidations in the history of the industry, showcasing. read more

SecondBloom, in partnership with M. Davis Group, will oversee the full liquidation of Bowery Farming's $70 million vertical farming facility in Locust Grove, Georgia. The 200,000 square foot operation is one of the largest vertical farming liquidations in the industry's history, showcasing... read more

Pure Flavor has acquired a new, state-of-the-art distribution center spanning nearly 200,000 sq. ft. in Romulus, Michigan. This facility will function as a central hub for distributing the company's fresh, greenhouse-grown produce, leading to a notable reduction in food miles, enhanced shipping efficiency, and read more

Fruit and gastronomy are the flagship departments of the Superò chain, a low-cost brand by Megamark (Selex), active in Naples and surrounding areas with 19 stores. The most recent opening was in via Posillipo 337, covering an area of 450 square meters. read more

At R&M Forwarding, the first phase of a large-scale refrigeration project was recently completed. With the completion of this phase, the company has taken an important step in expanding its logistics capacity and making its facilities more sustainable. The new refrigerated complex provides. read more

The security situation in the Sahel region is causing concern among Moroccan transporters, including fresh produce carriers. Elhachimi Charki, secretary general of the General Union of International and National Transport Professionals, reports dangerous working conditions, but steady transit… read more

Banana workers in Costa Rica have received compensation payments as a result of a complaint filed by Oxfam Germany and the Costa Rican trade union SITRAP under the German Supply Chain Law. The complaint addressed alleged violations of labor rights at a banana supplier for Aldi in Costa Rica, including. read more

Decowraps Europe is collaborating with Waitrose for the 2025 Christmas season, showcasing the exclusive range of 2Mothers handcrafted baskets. Launching in stores from November 13th, these festive baskets blend distinctive design, sustainability, and a meaningful social impact. Each basket is meticulously handcrafted. read more

The tomato remains one of the main protagonists in the fruit and vegetable department, and the numbers confirm it: according to the data from the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, the consumption of fresh tomatoes in Italy - considering all channels - remains stable from 2020 to 2024 around the... read more

Enhancing an excellent product like mountain cherries through a collaboration along the supply chain. This is the goal of the agreement signed between the Melinda Consortium and Vip-Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of the Val Venosta, with immediate effect starting from. read more

AgroFresh Solutions has expanded its FreshCloud digital ecosystem with two new strategic global partnerships. Collaborations with Aerobotics, a leader in orchard and packhouse analytics, and Neolithics, a pioneer in AI-powered quality inspection, will enhance its FreshCloud platform, providing read more

The current state of the fresh produce supply chain in Asia is still facing challenges due to various factors, including geopolitical issues and tariff disruptions. These global challenges continue to impact supply chains in the region, leading to fluctuations in availability, pricing, and transportation of fresh produce. While there may be some easing in certain areas, the overall situation remains complex and uncertain. It is important for businesses and stakeholders in the supply chain to closely monitor developments and adapt their strategies accordingly to navigate these challenges effectively. read more

Na skutek skargi Oxfam i kostarykańskiego związku zawodowego SITRAP dotyczącej naruszeń prawa pracy u dostawcy bananów, dotknięci interesariusze w Kostaryce otrzymali płatności od producenta. Proces, rozpoczęty w 2023 roku, odbył się w ramach niemieckiego Łańcucha Dostaw.

Affected rightsholders in Costa Rica have received payments from the producer as a result of a complaint filed by Oxfam and the Costa Rican trade union SITRAP regarding labor law violations at a banana supplier. The process, initiated in 2023, took place under the framework of Germany's Supply Chain. read more

The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) and MPS have announced a new partnership aimed at driving sustainability across Kenya's floriculture industry through the use of the HortiFootprint Calculator, developed by MPS and LetsGrow.com. This collaboration marks a major step forward in helping Kenya's floriculture sector become more sustainable. read more

A nowa inicjatywa mająca na celu rozwiązanie krytycznego niedoboru pracowników w sektorze ogrodniczym w Australii została uruchomiona. Program Stypendialny dla Przemysłu Ogrodniczego, uruchomiony przez Hort Innovation we współpracy z Uniwersytetem Zachodniego Sydney, zapewni szkolenie oparte na praktyce i praktyczne doświadczenie branżowe. read more