Afrucat proposes sharing water restrictions in the countryside with domestic uses
Afrucat, the Catalan Fruit Business Association, held a press conference today in a nectarine plantation in Castellserà that clearly shows the evidence of the closure of the Urgell Canal with

Banana a 'superfood' for Harvard University
There is a bit of confusion surrounding bananas. Some people consider this iconic golden fruit to be a healthy choice, while others avoid it because of supposed negative effects. Unfavourable

Aussie melons chase bigger slice of Asian markets
The peak industry body for the Australian melon industry, Melons Australia, will target opening access to emerging markets in south-east Asia as part of its strategy to grow its export share from

Modern packing solutions making tomato packhouses more competitive
Tomatoes are one of life’s blessings. For growers, tomatoes give a high yield and are in strong demand. Consumers appreciate that tomatoes are packed with healthy antioxidants, nutrients, and

"Spanish cherries as popular as ever"
Although its name suggests otherwise, the Dutch company Van Ooijen Citrus has, over the years, become a true cherry specialist. "We always start the year with cherries from Chile, after which

Wooden revolution?
Since 1991, The Spanish Federation of Wooden Packaging and its Components (Fedemco) has represented Spanish companies that manufacture wooden containers for fresh produce, as well as pallets,

Fedemco presents Ecowoox® seal for sustainability
"We want to continue to add value to the supply chain, especially in times of changing labour models," explained Salvador Martínez, secretary of the federation. To facilitate compliance with the