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.
Allergy-free apple and high-tech drone pick up prestigious innovation awards
Prompur variety and L50 drone attract top prizes in Berlin, as voted by visitors to Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin
Unitec showcases AI-driven solutions at Fruit Logistica
Italian technology specialist exhibits advanced sorting systems incorporating artificial intelligence, robotics and sensors to meet growing demand for produce quality inspections
Fruit Logistica European Statistics Handbook 2026
Despite climate pressures, cost burdens and regional shifts, Europe’s fruit trade remains competitive
Rijk Zwaan reflects on EU gene editing legislation
The group’s Vera Hoondert welcomes the December decision – as long as there is a level playing field globally
Frigotec to present HappyRipe kiwifruit at Fruit Logistica
The Softripe technology developer will present its new AI-driven kiwifruit ripening process at Fruit Logistica
Poland’s TSW fair draws 21,000 visitors and 508 exhibitors
Polish horticultural trade show set new records with international participation from destinations including Congo, Senegal and New Zealand
Dubai bolsters standing as regional hub
With the creation of the Foodstuffs, Fruit and Vegetable Market, set to be twice the size of the current market, Dubai is reinforcing its position as a world-class hub for fresh produce, according to Redha Mansouri, CEO of Fresh Fruits Company, and Hesam Rahi, CEO of Farzana Trading
Fruit Logistica 2026: New Product Showcases celebrates its premiere
Fruit Logistica launches new innovation format: Eleven new products from the fresh produce, machinery and technology, and logistics segments
EU and India clinch landmark free trade agreement
While other sectors will see bigger wins, the fresh produce business is set to benefit through lower duties, smoother trade and stronger IP protection
Unifrutti deploys data resilience software across global network
Grower-distributor works with Seattle-based Veeam to implement software that ensures near-perfect data integrity across its operations
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Rijk Zwaan's R&D investment reaps the rewards
Innovative cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes, peppers and more will be championed by Rijk Zwaan in Berlin, as the group continues to prioritise R&D investment
Food Freshly expands Produce Wash and testing services
Post-harvest solutions specialist is expanding its Produce Wash to tackle items including blueberries, cantaloupe melons and pineapples
CH Robinson deploys AI agents to tackle missed pickups
Logistics specialist says automated systems now resolve hundreds of missed collections each day for thousands of customers
Ifco targets one megaton of annual customer carbon savings by 2030
RPC specialist has unveiled its 2030 ESG Goals following a record year of environmental savings
Rewe Group agrees pioneering three-party vegetable supply deal
German retailer forms binding, five-year partnership in what it says is country’s first three-party agreement for fresh produce
Transnet deploys senior team to address Cape Town port issues
Transnet Port Terminals has deployed senior management and additional equipment operators to Cape Town to strengthen terminal performance
New Amazon Now service offers ultra-fast delivery of fresh produce
Retail giant has ramped up its focus on speed with a new service delivering fruit, veg and household essentials in under 30 minutes
Orbem secures €55.5mn to bring AI-powered scanning to fresh produce
Company has pioneered sub-second MRI scanning in the poultry industry, and now plans to help fruit and vegetable suppliers detect internal defects
Waitrose bananas to join Waitrose Foundation
By this summer, all Waitrose bananas will carry the Fairtrade and Waitrose Foundation labels, as the retailer steps up its commitment to banana farming communities
DP World London Gateway terminal surpasses 3m TEU milestone
The company’s UK container total came to more than 5mn TEUs in 2025, with London Gateway’s growth alone up 52 per cent