Producentów owoców z RPA zaleca się poprawę konkurencyjności i zdolności adaptacyjnych w związku z zmieniającymi się warunkami handlu globalnego. Kwestię tę podkreślono podczas seminariów internetowych zorganizowanych przez Narodową Radę ds. Marketingu Rolnego (NAMC), skupiających się na świadomości eksportowej, zgodności z przepisami i efektywności łańcucha wartości. read more

Logistics disruptions are impacting Moldova's fruit exports to the Middle East and Asia, with producers experiencing delays and suspended shipments. Despite recent opening of regional markets like Saudi Arabia to Moldovan fruit, export flows are currently constrained. read more

The University of Essex has received a national award for its robotics system developed for strawberry harvesting. The Sustainable smArt Robotic Agriculture initiative was awarded the best research project (industry collaboration) at the AI & Robotics Research Awards 2026. read more

The beginning of the growing season in many berry farms is marked by the regeneration of plants after a cold winter. In such conditions, a comprehensive approach to production technology becomes particularly important – not only in terms of yield, but above all in terms of its. read more

A one-day event that marked the beginning of a series of initiatives related to spinach. On March 18, 2026, an international conference was organized by Rijk Zwaan Italia at the Royal Continental Hotel in Naples, aimed at providing a detailed analysis of the current status and future outlook for the spinach industry. read more

HilverdaFlorist actively contributes to the Resilient Floriculture Sector initiative. "Together with other parties in the supply chain, we are committed to a safe, reliable, and future-proof floriculture sector. By raising awareness and staying alert to risks together, read more

From unstable weather conditions to rapidly evolving markets, the global spinach supply chain is facing unprecedented pressures. That is why on March 18th, Rijk Zwaan organized the Italian Spinach Summit in Naples - "Future-proof Spinach", a business event that. read more

In the heart of Sicily, in Delia, between the provinces of Caltanissetta and Agrigento, the Di Pasquale family has been carrying on a three-generation agricultural story based on skills, investments, and a strong connection to the territory. Today, Vincenzo Di Pasquale, along with his brother Angelo, leads the company. read more

During this year's Fruitnet Berry Congress in London, it was emphasized that further development of the berry market will be possible through investments in new varieties, market segmentation, marketing, and modern technologies. At the same time, the industry faces a number of significant challenges. read more

With only a few weeks separating us from Easter, the fruit and vegetable market enters a delicate transition phase. The closure of winter campaigns and the arrival of the first summer produce require the supply chain to pay constant attention to demand, quality, and availability. read more

The fresh fruit and vegetable importers of Fruitimporters are drawing the attention of industry operators to the significant challenges emerging in logistics and economics, following the recent escalation of the geopolitical situation in the Middle East. read more

Bananas are one of the most consumed, yet also the most fragile, fruits and vegetables. The logistical challenges, varying ripening processes, and high demands for quality, traceability, and certification make the supply chain complex. Therefore, the Austrian IT company activeIT developed the FIPS software system,... read more

"This machine was launched in September 2023 and has been a great success. Units have been sold in Italy and abroad, particularly in Switzerland, Spain, Poland, Cyprus, the Netherlands, and India," says Riccardo Daniele, the sales manager for the Italian market, while presenting the SM2. read more

UK: Amazon Now expands to Lewisham and Battersea as on-demand delivery service continues London expansion
Amazon Now has officially started operating in Lewisham and Battersea in London. This expansion comes after the launch of QLD1 in January, which was the first Amazon Now on-demand delivery site in the UK.
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Entomatic dispensers are standardizing and streamlining the introduction of beneficial organisms into crops, helping to optimize biological performance. By using tank mixing, one or more beneficials can be applied simultaneously, thereby boosting operational efficiency. read more

On Welbergsweg in Steenbergen, brothers Corné and John Jacobs run Koelhuis Jacobs together. The company focuses on the storage, processing, and logistical handling of agricultural products. "We have always been progressive," says Corné. "But in our own way. Practical, down-to-earth and focused." read more

BloomScribe, a new website platform designed for independent UK florists, has recently launched. It provides modern, mobile-first ecommerce websites at a much lower cost compared to traditional providers. The platform was created by a software developer and his partner, who spent nine years developing it. read more

Highly perishable fresh produce categories have been negatively affected by the Middle East conflict, as airfreight capacity has been reduced. read more

Container Centralen (CC), a Denmark-based provider of reusable load carriers for the European ornamental horticulture industry, has appointed Nanne van der Burg as Chief Operating Officer (COO) starting from March 1, 2026. Gertjan Hakkers will also be joining the company as Chief Commercial Officer. read more

Many greenhouse operations continue to rely on structures that were built decades ago. While these facilities have been able to support production for many years, the increasing costs of energy, changing crop requirements, and advancements in climate control are leading growers to reconsider whether they should retrofit their existing structures or invest in new ones. read more