Technology news stories with a direct relevance to the fresh produce business in Australia and New Zealand, 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.
As Qatar Airways Cargo’s Miguel Rodriguez underlines the importance of fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers to its business, a more technologically advanced future appears on the company’s radar
Leading trade fair gears up for digital revolution in agriculture, with expanded focus on smart farming and technology startups
New irradiation trade pathway for mango and lychee exports approved
Australian exotic and native mushroom production to receive technological boost from Queensland University of Technology project
Expert speakers predict higher costs and a higher bar in terms of quality for the soft fruit sector during the leading annual event for the international berry business
AgPick Technology chief executive says growers can use readily available technology to ensure compliance
Woolworths-backed startup helps growers find buyers for excess fresh produce
Global Pac Technologies and Robotics Plus celebrate the billionth piece of fruit robotically packed by Aporo machines
Citrus packing business sold to MFC while citrus orchard holdings set to hit the market
Australian supply chain data provider unveils app to help track perishables through the supply chain in real time
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As Qatar Airways Cargo’s Miguel Rodriguez underlines the importance of fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers to its business, a more technologically advanced future appears on the company’s radar
Prices Dropped programme delivers temporary discounts on hundreds of products including fresh fruit and vegetables
Werner to head up leading Australian fresh produce business as of 1 March taking over from interim chief executive Harry Debney
Australian Avocados partners with Luke Hines to launch Shepard avocado season
North American-based consortium made up of Paine Schwartz Partners, Driscoll’s and others takes control of leading Australian fresh produce company
Automated fruit packer from Global Pac Technologies and Robotics Plus reaches new levels of efficiency
New Zealand fresh produce software provider to showcase offering at The Global Produce and Floral Show
Cherry Growers Australia partners with Agriculture Victoria to implement producer-to-customer traceability for export markets.
Global Incubator Program to help UK-based start-ups expand into Australian market
Featuring keynote interview with MOYA winner Belinda Van Schaik and spotlights on avocados, apples and pears, packaging and grading, and retail