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.
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
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
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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
StepacPPC develops packaging to extend pitaya freshness
New bulk packaging film protects fruit during extended storage and shipment
Optimum Sorting achieves revenue growth and machine milestone
The Belgian-headquartered group has announced plans to relocate facilities in the Netherlands and US while expanding its workforce
Startup World at Fruit Logistica 2026: Where the business begins
18 startups from 11 countries meet decision-makers at the event’s special showcase, accompanied by Farming Forward’s handpicked pitches
Greenstone introduces IP risk management platform Argus
Web-based tool is designed to give breeders, growers, and suppliers single point of reference on legal, commercial and operational risks
Fresh Del Monte Produce addresses banana supply crisis
Jorge Pelaez of Fresh Del Monte Produce discusses declining banana source volumes, varietal development, and greater support for growers
Zespri’s new portal fast-tracks customer claims
Company’s recent investment in cloud-based systems continues to improve its entreprise resource planning, says report
Takovo Berry shows value of regenerative approach
The Serbian blueberry cooperative is proving that regenerative practices that prioritise soil health and biodiversity can deliver premium quality and market access
Rijk Zwaan showcases innovative varieties at Fruit Logistica
The Dutch breeding company will showcase its Nasonovia Defense lettuce, Blue Leaf cucumbers and health-focused varieties in Berlin
Bayer launches Baya Solara strawberry
The launch of Baya Solara “sets new standard”, according to Bayer, and reinforces its commitment to providing growers with innovative solutions