The Technical Table for the development, qualification, and sustainability of the sector has completed the drafting of the proposal for the Chestnut Plan, a key tool for the revitalization, qualification, and sustainability of this sector, focusing on the current state of affairs and objectives. read more

Over 50 environmental leaders from Colombian flower companies gathered for the first Environmental Leaders Meeting of the Floriculture Sector, organized by Asocolflores — the Association of Colombian Flower Exporters — to share sustainable best practices and enhance collaboration. read more

Fepex, which represents the almond sector, has praised the German retail group Edeka for its decision to sell Iberian almonds instead of Californian ones. This initiative is aimed at meeting consumer demand for shorter transport distances and greater sustainability, which in turn will enhance the value of European almonds. read more

A watermelon campaign with lights and shadows: high production quality, but sales penalized by fluctuating demand and an excess of supply in the crucial season phase. This is the balance of two reference players such as San Lidano and Frudis, who highlight the challenges and difficulties. read more

The Colada Royale pineapple, created by Dole Food Company in La Ceiba, was named the top promoted product at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show 2025 in Anaheim, California, showcasing Honduras' agricultural innovation. The fruit, developed over 15 years of research and breeding, features. read more

The first edition of the PopUp Italy 2025 open days will take place on 11 and 12 November at Azienda Agricola Altamura in Pontecagnano Faiano, Salerno. The event, organized by KWS Vegetables Italy in collaboration with distributor Cora Seeds, will focus on innovation in leafy vegetables. read more

Ponad 50 przywódców środowiskowych z kolumbijskich firm kwiatowych spotkało się na pierwszym spotkaniu liderów środowiskowych sektora florystycznego, zorganizowanym przez Asocolflores - Stowarzyszenie Kolumbijskich Eksporterów Kwiatów - w celu wymiany najlepszych praktyk zrównoważonych i wzmocnienia. read more

The federal government shutdown in the United States has reached its 21st day, causing uncertainty in various sectors, including food logistics and cold chain operations. Essential services are still running, but many administrative and data-related functions are currently suspended, affecting regulatory... read more

The Czech company Fravebot is utilizing knowledge and technology from the automotive industry to automate harvest forecasting and pest detection in horticulture. 2025 is set to be the year when the company plans to introduce its technology to the broader market through trade shows, field demonstrations, and. read more

The refrigerated transport technology company Carrier Transicold has announced that it has sold over 25,000 of its OptimaLine containers, enabling fresh produce exporters to access more distant markets. read more

The South African Table Grape Industry (Sati) and Transnova Africa have been jointly awarded a Platinum Award at the 2025 GIBS Logistics Achiever Awards. read more

Fieldwork Robotics has partnered with the Research Centre for Sustainability, a research consortium consisting of Portugal's largest berry producers' organization Lusomorango, INIAV, Portugal's National Institute for Agricultural and Veterinary Research, and various companies. read more

Hort Innovation has announced that for the first time, the Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook will include regional-level data, providing more detailed and locally relevant insights for the horticulture sector. This enhancement is part of a new three-year project set to be completed by 2024/25. read more

Egypt's Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel Al-Wazir, announced the establishment of a logistics zone at Damietta Port to expedite cargo handling and customs clearance, with the goal of aiding exporters. Al-Wazir emphasized the importance of this initiative. read more

Decowraps Europe BV has reached an agreement with the trustee of Paardekooper Horti for the acquisition of selected assets and inventory. Kees van de Lagemaat, General Manager at Decowraps Europe, says: "This acquisition not only strengthens our position, but we are also pleased to be able to." read more

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) and Transnova Africa have been awarded the Platinum Award at the 2025 GIBS Logistics Achiever Awards for their efforts in creating a prescriptive logistics model to enhance the handling of South Africa's fresh produce exports. read more

Amazon UK is hiring for over 15,000 seasonal jobs for the festive season. Amazon stated: "Amazon has announced that it is hiring for more than 15,000 seasonal positions across its UK network of receive centers, fulfillment centers, sortation centers, and delivery stations for the festive season." read more

Hermetic screens are increasingly being used in greenhouses. These screens are made of a woven, airtight structure. They provide clear benefits in terms of energy efficiency and climate regulation, but they also present challenges such as moisture removal and airflow within the crops. This is why Nivola and read more

Decowraps Europe BV has reached an agreement with the trustee of Paardekooper Horti for the acquisition of selected assets and inventory in the Netherlands. Kees van de Lagemaat, General Manager at Decowraps Europe, says: "This acquisition not only strengthens our position, but we are also read more

Robotics is revolutionizing agriculture in the UK by tackling labor shortages, decreasing dependency on seasonal workers, and promoting more efficient and sustainable production practices. In order to speed up the implementation of these technologies, the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) has teamed up with Upcycled. read more