Taks Handling Systems has announced a strategic partnership with Powerplants Australia to enhance the service and installation of their packaging hall solutions in Oceania. Powerplants Australia will serve as the primary point of contact for service and maintenance, providing customers in the region with improved support. read more

From the first days of October, the Ambrosia™ apples from the new harvest are on the shelves for distribution. Overall, for the 2024/25 campaign, a production of around 32 thousand tons is expected for this Club apple grown in Piedmont and Val Venosta, which promises to consolidate its position. read more

The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) has been leading efforts to promote the cultivation of safe off-season vegetables in India, with the backing of the World Bank and state governments through two major projects. These endeavors have aimed at improving rural livelihoods through the... read more

A roadmap for negotiating living wages in the banana industry of Côte d'Ivoire has been signed by banana companies, workers unions, retailers, state actors, and ILO under the framework of Decent Work and Shared Responsibility. The approval of the agreement marks the end of a three-year program. read more

"We are currently distributing fresh plants of NSG strawberry varieties to growers in southern Italy. These varieties are among our most popular. Transplanting began at the start of October and will continue until the end of the month. Rooted cuttings, on the other hand, have already been planted." read more

Hort Innovation, in partnership with Lifecycles, has launched an environmental life cycle assessment (LCA) of Australian avocados. This assessment is intended to meet the increasing demand for sustainability, provide strategic investment advice, offer consumer information, and ensure compliance with regulations. read more

South Africa is scheduled to participate in the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, from October 22 to 24, with a focus on boosting its agricultural exports. One of the main objectives for the country during this event is to push for the reduction and elimination of trade tariffs among BRICS nations. read more

Handel detaliczny pozostaje żywy, gdy wieczory stają się ciemniejsze, konsumpcja zazwyczaj pozostaje stabilna w tym okresie roku. Do tej pory dokonano dobrego postępu w zbiorach, a wielu producentów teraz czeka, aż później posadzone uprawy będą gotowe. Nadal pojawiają się raporty mówiące o plonach z później posadzonych upraw. read more

The Australian R&D center Hort Innovation and industry body Apple & Pear Australia Limited (APAL) have announced a new pilot project aimed at training a new generation of apple and pear growers in the country. read more

Key players in the Côte d'Ivoire banana supply chain, including banana companies, workers unions, retailers, government representatives, and the International Labour Organization (ILO), have signed a roadmap for negotiating living wages in the industry. read more

Last week at Fruit Attraction, seed specialist Tozer held a celery tasting as part of a long-term collaboration with Spain's 5-a-day association, 5 al día. read more

Less plant protection and fertilization, climate change, and new diseases make it necessary to develop new varieties adapted to Switzerland. In order to bring these to the market faster, research results and new methods need to be better integrated into breeding programs. With this goal in mind, FiBL has... read more

The companies specialize in providing transport services for the flower, plant, fruit, and vegetable sector. Through collaboration, they aim to leverage each other's expertise and achieve economies of scale. Together, the companies have a combined total of 175. read more

In recent years, avocado cultivation in Kenya has experienced a real boom phase. The demand for the creamy and healthy fruits from the East African country is increasing worldwide. The Import Promotion Desk (IPD), supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), is involved in promoting the export of Kenyan avocados. read more

W USA, producent i dostawca Kapi Kapi Growers ogłosił wprowadzenie organicznych bananów do swojego portfela produktów. read more

New Zealand fruit grower-marketer, Seeka, has increased its projected full-year earnings guidance to a record profit (before tax) ranging between NZ$21mn and NZ$25mn. This is an increase from the previous 2024 forecast which ranged between NZ$17mn and NZ$21mn. read more

Pierwsza dostawa chilijskich wiśni na sezon 2024/25 dotarła do Szanghaju, według chińskiego importera owoców, Riverking. read more

Pierwsza dostawa chilijskich wiśni na sezon 2024/25 dotarła do Szanghaju, informuje chiński importer owoców, Riverking. read more

In the overall fragmented scenario of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) distribution, digital is gradually establishing itself as an increasingly influential channel. In 2024, the total value of the Food & Grocery market in Italy amounts to 75.7 billion euros, with a penetration. read more

Tzone Digital Technology Co., Ltd. will present its products at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta, USA, from October 17 to 19 at booth BC903. The company will highlight its TT19SI 4G wireless real-time temperature and humidity data logger during the event. Mr. Liao, Chairman. read more