All articles by Carl Collen – Page 3
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NewsBiobest’s new Aphidoletes-System packaging advances aphid control
Biological control specialist Biobest has launched new packaging that supports faster population build-up of Aphidoletes aphidimyza
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NewsIFPA unveils second cohort for Packaging Innovation Program
Programme aims to develop technologies that extend shelf-life, reduce food waste, and meet evolving international regulations
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NewsNew global campaign for California grapes as season starts early
Superhero-themed Lunchbox League campaign targets trade and consumers across US and 22 export markets to help drive demand
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NewsMexican avocado industry formalises zero deforestation export agreement
Voluntary self-regulation system is designed to verify compliance with environmental law and strengthen supply chain transparency
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NewsDP World launches port-based carbon insets at Southampton
New scheme allows customers to count emissions savings from DP World Southampton towards their own supply chain targets
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NewsCalifornia Table Grape Commission welcomes funding boost
The Commission has been awarded US$2.2mn through the America First Trade Promotion Program to expand global promotions
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NewsOnix hits the shelves in South Africa
AMFresh and Genesis Fresh have partnered with Shoprite to bring the 2025 Fruit Logistica Innovation Award winner to South African shoppers
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NewsEmilia-Romagna to host Interpera in June
CSO Italy will host leading European pear conference in Emilia-Romagna, a region that accounts for 60 per cent of Italy’s production
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NewsUSDA reveals AFTPP funding awardees
Washington Apple Commission, California Table Grape Commission and Pear Bureau Northwest among beneficiaries
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NewsFieldwork Robotics partners with Dynium
Collaboration will provide growers with greater flexibility and enable Fieldwork’s robots to tackle steeper inclines and wider terrain ranges
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NewsChiquita AI video shows Times Square takeover for National Banana Day
The banana brand leveraged its ‘Pop by Nature’ platform to virtually transform New York’s Times Square on 15 April
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NewsPort of Antwerp-Bruges CEO steps down
COO Rob Smeets will assume the role of interim CEO while the port seeks a permanent replacement for Jacques Vandermeiren
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NewsDover becomes UK’s first net-zero port
The port has reached its carbon net zero goal for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, marking a significant milestone in maritime decarbonisation
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NewsAvoGrey Greenskin avocados win gold at NZ awards
Bred by David Grey and marketed exclusively by MG Group, volumes of the variety are expected to increase over the next five years
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NewsQueensland growers face mounting costs despite support measures
Growers are facing rising costs and ongoing uncertainty across freight, fertiliser, fuel and packaging
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NewsMSC founder transfers ownership to next generation
The shipping giant has announced an ownership transition, with founder Captain Gianluigi Aponte passing control to his son and daughter
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FeaturesHazera Seeds offers pepper market perspective
Federico Puyó, product manager cucumber and pepper at Hazera Seeds, discusses the important trends and traits driving the business
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NewsFlorida citrus forecast rises across multiple categories
The USDA has raised its April forecast for Florida citrus production, with increases noted across oranges, grapefruit and lemons
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NewsUrban Crop Solutions selected for prestigious agri-food ranking
The indoor farming technology specialist has been recognised in Forward Fooding’s global benchmark ranking
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FeaturesRijk Zwaan highlights need for balance in pepper business
Cconsumer preferences must align with grower requirements for disease resistance, climate resilience and strong returns on investment

