Onion producers in Ukraine may be disappointed with prices in summer 2023
The onion crisis, whichin recent weeks has reached a global, or at least continental scale, is now one of the most widely discussed topics in the horticulture business. Ukraine was no exception in

WayBeyond unveils Plant Balance Indicator
WayBeyond has launched a new tool to help growers maintain optimal plant growth without any guesswork. The Plant Balance Indicator is the latest agronomy insights feature in WayBeyond’s FarmRoad

Ortomad at Fruit Logistica 2023 with a project that revolutionises the very concept of salads
This year's experience promises to be even more interesting and richer in prospects than the previous ones. The claim adopted over the past three years by the company is in fact 'It's not just

FRUIT LOGISTICA: Acting against inflation and the energy crisis
The past year was not an easy one for the international fruit industry. After two years of pandemic, the war of aggression on Ukraine has also posed major challenges to the economy. Inflation and

Sakata celebrates 110 en Fruit Logistica
With this slogan, Sakata wants to convey its long-standing commitment to the environment, the farmer and society in general. In its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, Sakata has recently

“This is going to be a busy packhouse”
“I’d say fruit packers are actually in the service industry,” maintains Hein Punt, general manager of Sawmill Fruit Packers, a new packing facility for its stakeholders Boschendal and Lona

New Cape Blush pear Rosy-Lwazi inspires export market
South Africa’s 2022/2023 deciduous fruit season delivered something special to the market this January, a brand new very early red blush pear cultivar trademarked as Rosy-Lwazi. The variety has

Brazilian fruit exports hit by weather
Difficult weather conditions in the northeast and south of Brazil meant that fruit exports did not reach their potential in 2022. President of national fruit association Abrafrutas, Guilherme

Schumacher Packaging introduces paper-based top-seal tray for delicate fruit and vegetables
The Schumacher Packaging Group is launching Stackpack, a new type of top-seal tray for food. According to the packaging specialist, Stackpack is made of 100 % solid board. The stable packaging

Bayer focuses on partnerships, sustainability and innovation
At this year's FRUIT LOGISTICA, Bayer will present solutions for regenerative agriculture (Hall 1.2, Stand C-23). According to the company, the aim is to strike a balance between productivity and

Video: Fruitnet World of Fresh Ideas – Elad Mardix von Clarifruit und Weitmann von Champel Capital
Wasteful fresh produce supply chains are ripe for a radical overhaul. That's the opinion of Elad Mardix of Clarifruit and Amir Weitmann of Champel Capital. They explain in the 5th episode of World

Morocco sharply reduced exports of fruits and vegetables to Russia in 2022
According to EastFruit analysts, the exports of fruits and vegetables from Morocco to the Russian market dropped sharply in 2022. Moroccan fruit and vegetable exports to Russia in the first 11

Moldovan fruit and vegetable producers will receive assistance to get ready for certification
According to expert forecasts, about 24 fruit-growing enterprises in Moldova will receive or confirm certificates of quality, safety, and social responsibility GLOBAL.G.A.P, GRASP, SMETA, and IFS

IFPA releases State of the Industry Report
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has released a new State of the Industry Report which showcases data, insights and outlooks to help the fresh produce industry as it prepares and