Technology news from Eurofruit
Technology news stories with a direct relevance to the European fresh produce business, including updates on production and harvesting systems, sorting and grading machinery, packaging, coldstorage and controlled atmosphere, digital management, robots and automation, vertical farming, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
EFQ, De Laat develop AI-powered ripening solution
Experience Fruit Quality and De Laat have teamed up to create innovative bespoke ripening solutions for avocados and other fruit
Fresh Inset boosting freshness and quality with Vidre+
With dose rate flexibility and gradual release technology, Fresh Inset’s Vidre+ takes prolonging freshness to the next level, with the US market now lying in wait
UCT debuts blueberry harvesting tool
Device shows 7 per cent increase in productivity and 87 per cent reduction in fruit losses in manual harvesting
New tech helps importer avoid the avocado hard sell
Well-timed investment in technology and a carefully planned procurement programme have combined to give UK importer Worldwide Fruit a considerable advantage
Neatleaf Spyder sensors keep watch over plants
The Neatleaf Spyder aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the cultivation environment in the greenhouse, collecting data across the canopy and directing the grower’s attention to where it is most needed
BeeHero launches Pollination Insight Platform 2.0
The solution measures pollinator activity in crops to improve pollination efficacy and increase yields
Robots at the ready as supplier targets growth in stonefruit and pears
Agrintesa’s new facility aims to capitalise on recent major investments in premium varieties like Ondine-branded flat nectarines
Plenty and Mawarid partner to grow fresh produce in Middle East
First joint vertical farm underway in Abu Dhabi, slated to bring strawberries to market in 2026
Rockit selects Wyma as key equipment supplier
Wyma to lead upgrade of Rockit’s Te Ipu packing facility in New Zealand
Cutting-edge tech catches the eye at Interpoma
The world’s only trade fair dedicated exclusively to the apple sector returns to South Tyrol in November 2024, with a sharp focus on new technology
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Last few days for Fruitnet Citrus Congress discount
Full line-up of speakers revealed as trade prepares to gather in Valencia
Peruvian table grapes bounce back
Initial Provid forecast points to an export crop of 78.7m cartons for 2024/25
New Sambòa season kicks off
Harvest of Luiza, Venice and Isadora set to reach 4,000 tonnes this season
Camposol anticipates early volumes for 2024/25 blueberry season
Company expects an increase in overall volumes with availability extending through February
Enza Zaden to showcase Bremia-resistant lettuce varieties
Growers can learn first-hand about the range at next month’s Discovery Field Days
Dutch firm debuts next-level conveyor belt for potato processors
Ammeraal Beltech’s food-grade synthetic belt with anti-stick and anti-starch properties makes cleaning easier and ensures a longer lifespan
Fruit Logistica records 10 per cent rise in exhibitor bookings
Deadline to reserve stand space at world’s most important fruit and veg industry trade show is on 31 July 2024
Source.ag launches Source Cultivate for precise yield forecasts
The new solution from Dutch AI specialist Source.ag is set to support growers in their decision making with accurate, real-time yield predictions
Citrosol debuts next-generation fungicide control system
CATsystem is described as world’s first automatic control system for fungicide treatments
New incubation hub opens for Huelvan ag startups
HuelvaLAB seeks to drive innovation in the province’s agricultural and forestry sectors