News and analysis for the international fresh produce business on the theme of sustainability. What is the fruit and vegetable industry doing to protect people, planet, and profit?
The Dutch organic company is introducing Fairtrade certification for its Kenyan avocados, as it looks to help growers build economic and ecological resilience
Peter Shakespeare of Certis Belchim UK explains that growers must think carefully about how to integrate biorational controls in their IPM programmes as synthetic products continue to be banned
Dr Hans-Christoph Behr and Antonio Lizano studied avocado production, trade and more on day three of Fruit Logistica in Berlin
LettUs Grow and Innovative Growers Equipment announce partnership to bring advanced aeroponic technology to North America
The latest edition of Freshfel’s Consumption Monitor shows that Europe is falling well short of the minimum recommendation of 400g per day/capita of fresh fruit and vegetables
Whether it’s selecting the right strawberry varieties, marketing to consumers or overcoming challenges like climate change and high costs, Michiel Vermeiren, business unit manager fruit at Belgian cooperative Hoogstraten, sees cooperation as vital
British apple supplier Adrian Scripps joins trial to evaluate special ‘listening’ technology, which could interpret stress signals in plants and help growers produce more sustainably
Company said the move reflects its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability
Smoothie specialist is aiming to inspire consumers with the power of fruit and veg
One of Europe’s top berry breeders offers her thoughts on what kind of fresh berry varieties will be needed in future
So-called decision intelligence technology could change the way fresh produce companies plan their supply and respond to changes in the market
Company recognised for its good economic, social, and environmental practices
Open-field supply has landed in the country’s supermarkets earlier than usual, according to leading marketer Landgard
Climate targets for 2030 cover the reduction of emissions throughout the chain
The food retailer is partnering with FareShare to cut waste and fight hunger in the South West
Retailer responds to criticism from Latin American industry groups and argues sales price does not always reflect the amount paid to suppliers
Cost pressures, supply chain disruption, and the threat of ToBRV are taking their toll on the British tomato sector, but Alex Margerison-Smith of Keelings sees opportunities for innovative growers with a focus on premium varieties
The SIZA platform is helping the industry to stay at the forefront of ethical and environmentally sustainable trade
Unless the supply of bananas into European markets can be managed somehow, shippers in Latin America, Africa and the Caribbean will always be at the mercy of retailers.
Next month’s Global Tomato Congress shows the importance of specialists from across the supply chain coming together and sharing insights, research and fresh ideas for the benefit of the entire category
The opening Fresh Produce Forum session of day two saw Hannes Langhorst and Vishal Gajjar outline how Lidl had taken steps to ensure plantation workers earned a living wage
Eye-tracking tech is being used to measure loose produce purchases in Waitrose trial
Group of Latin American banana industry associations say retailer has abandoned its commitments on sustainable and ethical supply
W23 Global brings together Ahold Delhaize, Tesco, Woolworths Group, Empire Company Limited/Sobeys and Shoprite Group, investing US$125m in “the world’s most innovative start-ups and scale-ups”
New £25,000 bursary aims to fund projects that boost sustainable farming
On 11-13 June, GreenTech Amsterdam returns to the Dutch capital as technology companies showcase solutions to the big issues facing growers in the horticulture sector
On day one in Berlin, Dr Manuela Zude-Sasse spoke to Future Lab visitors about data collection and the development of risk models in the face of extreme weather
Collaboration with Hivekovics Family Orchards will test strawberry varieties on-site to expand product diversity for supermarkets
New document chronicles energy savings, food waste reduction, packaging innovations and more
This Fresh Produce Forum session looked at the numerous opportunities to adapt and optimise solutions across the business in the face of climate change
Fiscal 2023 report, named ’Finest for the Future’, covers operating procedures, projects, achievements and use of resources
Industry members have until 30 April to provide feedback on the Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules
Cucumbers, leeks and peppers sourced from the Netherlands will no longer be sold in plastic packaging, says retailer
The acquisition of the island’s biggest supplier is one of the sector’s most significant events in years
Chemical ebselen found to help prevent fungal infections in a range of crops
The opening Future Lab session in Berlin saw Josep Estiarte of Bloom Fresh talk about sustainability, health and taste in the breeding process
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