The registrations for the Innovation Award of HortiContact 2026 are open. It is an opportunity for companies to showcase their innovative product or idea to the entire sector. HortiContact in the Evenentenhal in Gorinchem will be a two-day exhibition next year, with two evening openings. read more

Artificial intelligence has forcefully entered into our lives. Amid astonishment at its potential and fears about its impact, a fundamental question remains: to what extent will it be just a support for humans and not a replacement? An interrogation that seems to have come out of a movie. read more

When Modou Njie launched Farm Fresh in 2014, online shopping was still new in The Gambia. Internet penetration was low, digital payments were emerging, and most consumers preferred buying food at open markets. Njie, who had a background in technology and consulting, took the risk of introducing. read more

The 5th International Symposium on Orchidaceae was successfully held in Xiamen, Fujian from October 24 to 27. Co-organized by Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, the Orchid Branch of the Chinese Botanical Society, and the Orchid Industry Innovation Alliance, the event brought read more

W 2017 roku firma HelloContainer rozpoczęła współpracę z klientem eksportującym cebulę w celu stworzenia platformy oferującej kontrolę w czasie rzeczywistym i wgląd we wszystkie etapy transportu kontenerów, począwszy od rezerwacji aż po dostawę, obejmując wszystkie procesy administracyjne, koszty, dokumenty, a nawet dane dotyczące emisji CO2. Dziś, setki read more

A year after IGD launched its crucial roadmap, 'A Net Zero Transition Plan for the UK Food System', developed in collaboration with Wrap and EY, the company has announced the introduction of a new Food Supply Chain Sustainability Framework. This framework provides guidance on how to better integrate sustainability into the food supply chain. read more

Sztuczna inteligencja i automatyzacja zmieniają każde ogniwo globalnego łańcucha dostaw owoców i warzyw. Nowo wydany Raport Trendów Fruit Logistica 2026, zatytułowany Ctrl+Alt+Refresh, bada, w jaki sposób nowe technologie napędzają efektywność, odporność i zrównoważoność. read more

Sztuczna inteligencja i automatyzacja zmieniają każde ogniwo globalnego łańcucha dostaw owoców i warzyw. Nowo wydany raport trendów Fruit Logistica 2026, zatytułowany Ctrl+Alt+Refresh, bada, w jaki sposób nowe technologie napędzają efektywność, odporność i zrównoważoność. read more

A new Hort Innovation project announced on 5 November aims to improve biosecurity outcomes for the cherry and summerfruit industries. The collaboration between the two sectors will focus on enhancing on-farm biosecurity practices. read more

Danziger and Progeny Breeding, a chrysanthemum breeding company based in Bogotá, Colombia, have established a long-term partnership. This collaboration enhances both companies' dedication to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, broadening their breeding programs in Chrysanthemum and Limonium. read more

Decowraps has announced a partnership with KIVO Flexible Plastics, a producer of sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration represents a step towards more efficient, high-quality, and sustainable European production. KIVO, with its decades of experience and focus on sustainability, brings valuable expertise to the partnership. read more

Last week, the HortiScience Innovation Center (HIC) officially opened the HIC Venture Studio in Bleiswijk - a venture studio dedicated entirely to horticulture. The goal is clear: to attract more startups into the horticultural sector. This new initiative, located inside an actual greenhouse, aims to foster innovation and collaboration in the field of horticulture. read more

Colombia is quickly becoming a popular destination for international agricultural innovation. With the assistance of Dutch technology, the country has seen significant advancements, including yield increases of up to 142% in certain crops. These achievements bolster Colombia's status as a growing agricultural hub. read more

Jak można zminimalizować straty żywności w całym łańcuchu dostaw? Aby odpowiedzieć na to pytanie, został uruchomiony projekt INFLEX. "Projekt ma na celu zwiększenie wiedzy w zakresie pomiaru i optymalizacji istotnych czynników wpływających na zmiany jakości w całym łańcuchu dostaw eksportu owoców" - wyjaśnia Sarah Matthys.

To answer this question, the INFLEX project was launched. "The project aims to increase knowledge to measure and optimize the relevant factors affecting quality changes throughout the fruit export supply chain," explains Sarah Matthys. read more

Geerlofs, a Dutch company specializing in industrial refrigeration and HVAC engineering, based in Rotterdam and also established in Nairobi (Kenya), has joined Syclef, an international group focused on commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning. Syclef employs more than 3,000 people. read more

Becoming successful in the berry industry is a common goal among many growers, but it also comes with daily challenges and responsibilities that go beyond just producing high-quality fruit. Modern leadership in the industry now demands strategic thinking, investment in technology, and effective team management. read more

The Verkhovna Rada's agricultural committee anticipates a rise in projects for constructing vegetable storage facilities as the government allocates funding for their development. Despite many farmers expanding vegetable cultivation this year, the storage capacity in Ukraine is still insufficient to meet the demand. read more

After months of uncertainty and conflicting interpretations, the official clarification from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has arrived regarding the loading and unloading times for goods provided for in article 6-bis of legislative decree 286/2005, as amended by decree-law 73/2025. read more

The Retail Forum 2025, which will take place on November 12 and 13 at the Superstudio Più in Milan, highlights the most advanced trends in Fashion Tech and the transformation of the fashion industry. With a focus on Artificial Intelligence, global marketplaces, and omnichannel strategies, the event is the meeting point for... read more

Romagnoli F.lli has presented its fifth sustainability report. Since 2020, the company has adopted a measurable approach to sustainability, subjecting its results to independent evaluation that certifies, in an ESG Rating, the value generated in the environmental, social, and economic realms. read more