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P.L. Light Systems expands North American sales team
2024-03-06 00:00
P.L. Light Systems has expanded its North American sales team to support their growing customer base. Gustavo Barahona is the newly appointed Regional Sales Manager for Western Canada/USA and Latin America. Gustavo brings a wealth of experience in Crop Science, Precision Ag and Ag IoT—backed
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Vietnam has advantages and enormous potential for the development of flowers and ornamental plants, considering its culture, diverse climate, and natural resources for production as its ambition in the world market. Earlier this year, a study about the flowers and ornamental plants sector in
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OrtoRomi, Ifco and Alì together for greener logistics
2024-03-06 00:00
Sustainability, interpreted in the necessary data culture, is increasingly affecting logistics. And it is expressed in collaborative projects. The partnership between the OrtoRomi agricultural cooperative, Ifco, a global supplier of reusable RPC crates, and Alì, with 117
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The Region of Murcia is undoubtedly the main apricot-producing area in Spain, and right there, near the Albudeite-Campos de Río municipality, is the location of what is "probably the earliest apricot production area in all of Europe, besides the Archena area. The harvest there starts about
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Roger Boons' enthusiasm for the Polish market is undeniable. After entering the fresh produce industry in 1985, he quickly became active in Eastern Europe for the then New Zealand Kiwifruit Marketing Board (Zespri) following the fall of the Berlin Wall. For the past six years, the Belgian has
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Latvia bans import of agricultural goods from Russia and Belarus
2024-03-06 00:00
The Latvian government has approved a list of agricultural products from Russia and Belarus that are banned for importation. This decision, as stated on the Latvian government's website, reflects Latvia's commitment to swiftly severing economic ties with the aggressor country while upholding the
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Qatar Airways expands its fresh produce transportation
2024-03-06 00:00
Qatar Airways is collaborating with Dronamics to enhance its fresh produce transportation capabilities. The partnership focuses on the trial use of drones for the delivery of fruits, vegetables, and flowers, aiming to expand the airline's business in this sector. To support this initiative,
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The Phytosanitary Inspection of Republika Srpska recently enforced a ban on two shipments of strawberries, totaling 1,370 kilograms, from Albania due to detected elevated levels of pesticides. This action aligns with the Inspectorate's commitment to rigorous seasonal monitoring of fruit and
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EU is battling against climate impact on berries
2024-03-06 00:00
In light of the challenges posed by climate change, which include erratic production conditions, the berry sector is under threat. The EU has taken steps to address these challenges, spearheaded by Professor Bruno Mezzetti from the Polytechnic University of Marche, Italy. He leads the
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Hapag-Lloyd starts seasonal service "Citrus Connect"
2024-03-06 00:00
From the end of May until September – just in time for the peak citrus season – Hapag-Lloyd offers an additional service from South Africa: Our "Citrus Connect" will help local growers reach markets in Europe and North America – a trade that has shown a significant growth.The service will
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“It’s very difficult to grow table grapes in Jalisco and that’s why no one else does it”
2024-03-06 00:00
In spring, Mexico plays a crucial role in the supply of table grapes to the US and Canadian markets. Harvest kicks off in the Guaymas growing region in Sonora in May, and gradually transitions to Hermosillo, before it finishes up in the Caborca growing region in Sonora around July. Mexico has a
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100 billion to save the CAP
2024-03-06 00:00
100 billion to save the CAP. That is how much would be needed to sustain the Common Agricultural Policy if Ukraine were to join the European Union. A topic at the heart of the debates these days, which also guided the event, organised by the Withub publishing platform, held yesterday
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Amigo Plant introduces Elephant Trunk
2024-03-06 00:00
Amigo Plant expanded its range with the so-called 'Elephant Trunk,' a unique succulent that has emerged from crossbreeding within the South African Cotyledon genus to its range. The plant stands out for its surprising shape, reminiscent of the graceful trunk of an elephant. The inspiring name
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'We are almost out of capacity at our second location'
2024-03-06 00:00
Trustpack Services has specialised in the repackaging and packaging of fruit and vegetables for many years. "My father Yurdal has been in the business for forty years and we have been operating under the Trustpack name for seven. We started on the premises of VDH in Ridderkerk, the Netherlands, but we have exhausted the
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HortEx Vietnam 2024 to host 150 companies representing 25 countries
2024-03-06 00:00
From 13-15 March, HortEx Vietnam will commence its 6th edition at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The exhibition is set to welcome some 150 companies (200 brands) from 25 countries and an expected to welcome around 8.000 trade visitors from
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Disqualified Russian skater Kamila Valieva attributed her positive doping test to a strawberry dessert contaminated with her grandfather's heart medication. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) specified in its report that Valieva, then 15 years old, claimed that the
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Pineapple produces in Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic say the exporting of pineapples without the crown, which allows two extra pineapples in a box, is not a new concept, and they have learned from experience that many markets are not ready to compensate them. This follows after Dutch
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Good growth prospects for Egyptian producers
2024-03-06 00:00
Egypt continues to be a fast-growing country in the fruit and vegetable sector. It has recently made major investments, especially in the cold chain and logistics sectors. The roll-on/roll-off system between the ports of Damietta and Trieste is proof of this. Nevine Hossam, director of the
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Pheno Geno Roses gifted rose to city of Belgrade
2024-03-06 00:00
Pheno Geno Roses gifted the City of Belgrade with 2,400 rose plants planted in Manjež Park, in front of the Palace of Justice, and in Topčider Park. Planting was carried out in cooperation with JKP "Zelenilo-Beograd" and with the presence of the ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
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The Datterino tomato appeals to Italy's top brands
2024-03-06 00:00
By means of diversified strategies, which also aim directly at the end consumer through the retail channel, one can remain competitive in the horticultural sector and, in particular, in the tomato sector. With a big project called 'Mr Datterino', Vegetables by Bayer from
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