Last chance to reserve space on the British pavilion at Fruit Logistica

The Commercial Horticultural Association (CHA) will be hosting a group of UK exhibitors at Fruit Logistica, 7-9 February 2024 in Berlin. Fruit Logistica covers every single sector of the fresh produce business and provides a complete picture of the latest innovations, products and services across the…

Fresh produce traders given spotlight at 134th Canton Fair

The onsite exhibition of the 134th Canton Fair concluded in Guangzhou on November 4 while its online platform will continue regular operation. Xu Bing, spokesperson of the Canton Fair, Deputy Director General of China Foreign Trade Centre, introduced the overall operation of this session to the press…

Ecuadorian produce promoted at New York Produce Show

The Trade Office of Ecuador in New York is exhibiting at the New York Produce Show on December 5-7, 2023, in New York City, New York. "This expo that is based in the heart of Manhattan will definitely present our Ecuadorian produce exporters with business and networking prospects to certainly boost…

How Finnish retailers are increasing fresh produce consumption

Fresh Food Leader, with the mission of bringing together producers and retailers, will share the outcomes of its research at the B2B meetings between producers and fruit and vegetable buyers of large retail chains that will take place on January 25, 2024, in Bergamo, Italy. The photo shows a social media…

Macfrut Academy first video lesson to focus on potato industry

The Macfrut Academy goes live, where people can now register free of charge to the digital platform for professionals in the fruit and vegetable sector and get access to the first video lesson coming on November 23 at 5 pm (GMT+1). From mechanical harvesting in the field to packaging at the processing plant,…

Dole celebrates its 6th consecutive presence at CIIE

The 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE), with the theme of "Sharing the Future in a New Era", was held last week from November 5 to 10, 2023 at the National Convention and Exhibition Center in Shanghai. Dole has been participating for six consecutive years and has further expanded its booth area…

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Brazilians to discuss the use of AI in the post-harvest of fruits and vegetables

How can Artificial Intelligence impact the post-harvest of fruits and vegetables and contribute to reducing food losses and waste? Looking into that question will be possible during an expert discussion on November 23rd, starting at 8 am, in São Carlos. The concepts and paths of Artificial Intelligence…

The 5th Stone Fruit Congress brings together more than 30 experts to discuss the future of the sector

The V National Stone Fruit Congress has published its technical program with a selection of the best experts from leading research centers, universities, and companies. Any party interested in attending the congress can read the program and register here. More than 30 speakers will present their research…

Dubai is a hub for European technologies

About 230 Italian companies are currently participating in the Gulfood Manufacturing fair in Dubai (November 7-9, 2023). Almost all of them are involved in the food sector, including packaging and technologies for fruit selection and processing. Futura is among them, represented by Omar Papi (owner) and…

First Australian Citrus Congress focused on building profitable sector

The inaugural Australian Citrus Congress will focus on building a profitable future for the sector. Hosted by Citrus Australia at the Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort on 5-7 March 2024, the event will bring together experts from across the global citrus industry. The 2024 congress marks the start of a new-look…

Horticulture: practical demonstrations in the field

"Orticoltura tecnica in campo" was conceived more than 25 years ago in Guidizzolo, a small town in northern Italy that is not far from Lake Garda. This was an idea coming from 3 founding companies: Ferrari Growtech, Idromeccanica Lucchini, and Gremizzi Nurseries. Their will was to open the doors of their…

Must the promotion of fresh produce start from the production areas?

Sicily is once again the protagonist when it comes to the promotion of fresh produce with a fair dedicated to the segment's main topics. It is an innovative format in line with the philosophy of Food Innova, a company that deals with the organization of promotional events. The event will take place on November…

Online auction on behalf of Kartoffelverarbeitungs GmbH in Hirschfeld (DE)

Later this month, Industrial Auctions will be organizing an online auction on behalf of Kartoffelverarbeitungs GmbH in Hirschfeld (DE). The offer consists of infeed bunkers, peelers, washing machines, sorting and batching machines, slicers, multihead weighers, metal detectors and many more. These are…

Citrus Australia presents inaugural Australian Citrus Congress

Citrus Australia is excited to present the inaugural Australian Citrus Congress, a world class event focused on all things citrus. Join us at the spectacular Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort from 5-7 March 2024 to learn about the latest industry trends, meet people from across the citrus supply chain, and…

For rent: Building at transport zone Lake in Belgium

There is a non-conditioned warehouse available in Belgium. It is at 37 Riyadh Street, at the Belgian-Dutch border crossing. It is one kilometer from the E19 Antwerp-A16 Breda ramp. The six loading docks and two overhead doors on the ground floor make the warehouse highly suitable for storage activities. The…

"Our company will be an outstanding participant in the Morocco Berry Conference 2023"

"Sanjorge will participate at the Morocco Berries Conference 2023, which will be held in Agadir on November 9, 2023. Our company will be one of the outstanding participants in…

SE regional fruit and vegetable grower conference returns to Savannah

The SE Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference returns to Savannah, Georgia, in January 11 to 14. In 2023, the event hosted more than 3000 attendees and 290 exhibiting…

Africa Avocado Congress 2024

The Avocado Society of Kenya in collaboration with other regional and international organizations in the fruit and vegetable value-chain in Africa and beyond are pleased to announce to the third…

“The State of Organic Growing" keynote presentation

Leadership from three progressive organic growing operations have been confirmed as panelists for the second of two keynote presentations at the upcoming Organic Grower Summit (OGS) 2023, presented by Western Growers and OPN. “Grower Roundtable: The State of Organic Growing” will feature panelists Joe…

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New dates for FuturPera: March 6-7, 2024

There are two main reasons that led Ferrara Expo to delaying Futurpera to March 6-7, 2024: an unprecedented crisis that is affecting the entire pear production chain, made worse by the flood in May, and the actions the category associations UnaPera and OI Pera are taking to obtain resources and…

HortiDemoCentre one year on, welcomes Queen Maxima

On October 20, the HortiDemoCentre at the Department of Agronomy, Faculty of Agrisciences, Stellenbosch University opened its doors to welcome Queen Maxima of the Netherlands and Mr Piet Adema, the Dutch Minister of Agriculture, Nature, and Food Quality. Prof Hester Klopper, Stellenbosch University’s…

Normec Foodcare specialists organize a mini-symposium on tomatoes

The tomato world is changing. ToBRFV necessitates strict hygiene procedures and has led to the appearance of many new resistant or highly tolerant varieties. Growers need to…

Need for market knowledge and continuous learning

The evolving landscape of the Fresh Produce IndustryThe fresh produce industry is undergoing a transformative phase, influenced by a myriad of factors. According to FRUIT LOGISTICA's annual report, "What next for fresh produce? Key trends for the fruit and vegetable business in 2023," several key trends…

Dutch agri companies take educational tour of Joburg Fresh Produce Market

On 18 October, 2023, the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in South Africa facilitated a tour of the Joburg Fresh Produce Market (JFPM) for Dutch agri businesses. The purpose of the tour was to introduce the Dutch delegates to the workings of the Joburg Fresh Food Market, focusing specifically on…

International Business meetings with buyers of large-scale retailers

The new edition of “International Business meetings with buyers of large-scale Retailers” organised by Fresh Food Leader will take place on the 25th of January 2024 in Bergamo. It is a second edition taking place in Bergamo complementary to the national and international fairs. The participating fruit and…

ToBRFV and new, resistant varieties topics at online tomato mini symposium

The tomato world is changing fast. ToBRFV is necessitating strict hygiene rules, and there are many new resistant or high-tolerance varieties. Growers have to make choices…

Together with The Greenery, GPG hosted two Von Blackberry open days

Blackberries are generally recognised as the smallest player of the four main berry segments. In fact, statistics bear this out and despite there having been almost a doubling in global production of fresh blackberries over the past two decades, the crop still has significant growth opportunities. In…

Organic seed and ag tech ed sessions announced

An educational session on the ever-changing landscape of ag technology for organic growers and a panel discussion on the challenges of organic seed production complete the educational program of the upcoming Organic Grower Summit (OGS) 2023 presented by Western Growers and OPN, slated for November 29-30…

Morocco Berry Conference and Blueberry Course held on 9, 10, and 11 November

The Morocco Berry Conference and the Blueberry Course, two dynamic and interconnected events, are set to unfold in Agadir this year. Morocco Berry Conference (Date: November…

Renewable energy sources in horticulture a focus during TSW

The horticultural industry is preparing for the event in Central and Eastern Europe, the 14th edition of the Fruit and Vegetable Fair, and a new conference about renewable…

Giumarra invites visitors to get in the swing of things

The Giumarra Companies is hosting the “Giumarra Golf Club” as part of the company’s participation at IFPA’s Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, California. The interactive brand activation will take place at IFPA’s Block Party on the Anaheim Convention Center Grand Plaza on Friday, Oct. 20 and…

IFE and Fresh Produce Consortium unveil Fresh Produce Section at 2024 Event

The International Food & Drink Event (IFE) has joined forces with the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) to launch a brand-new Fresh Produce Section at the 2024 edition of IFE.…

Sustainable solutions, new partnerships and a better mood than before the pandemic

According to several exhibitors, this year's Anuga, the world's leading trade fair for food and beverages, was in part better than before Corona. "People are approaching each other more and are happy to be able to get into personal contact with each other again. In addition, the audience is also even…

Braga Fresh CEO Rod Braga announced as OGS 2023 Grower of the Year

The Organic Grower Summit, presented by Western Growers and OPN, will honor longtime organic grower Rod Braga as the recipient of the sixth annual Grower of the Year award.…

UK: Hiccups in energy, business models, ‘the right crops’ and most importantly, opportunities in vertical farming

“If energy is the biggest pain point, then we are definitely on the right path as traditional farmers are struggling with other great issues such as labor, pesticides, stimulants, drought, and other external factors.” Pointing out that solar prices are now about the 10th of the price they used to be,…

Climate and sustainability key issues at Banana Time conference in Ecuador

An impactful headline of conferences is slated for the 20th International Convention Banana Time 2023 taking place at the Hilton Colón Hotel in Guayaquil, Ecuador from October 24 to 27, 2023. The Association of Ecuadorian Banana Exporters (AEBE) notes particular emphasis on issues of climate and…

Murcia hosting stone fruit event in November

The stone fruit event will be hosted again by the capital of the Spanish Region of Murcia next November. The fifth edition of the National Stone Fruit Congress was presented at the latest edition of Fruit Attraction as the biennial event for the sector. It will serve to showcase the latest advances in…

International photo report Fruit Attraction 2023

Fruit Attraction is over for another year, and FreshPlaza has been busy making our photo report of the event. With around 2,000 exhibitors from 56 countries and approximately 90,000 visitors from 137 countries, the Fruit Attraction is becoming more international every year. We were also on the road with…

“We’re transforming production experience through AR technology”

The IQF-freezing technology company OctoFrost has unveiled a new approach intended to transform how people discover and study industrial machines. “We've used augmented reality (AR) technology, which enables people to explore our freezer equipment in a genuinely novel way. This is made feasible by…

World Banana Forum is organizing 4th Global Conference in Rome

Bananas are the most exported fresh fruit in the world by volume – 19.1 million tonnes in 2022 – and estimated economic value of USD 10 billion per year, making its value chain one of the most important in the world. Additionally, they are an essential source of income for thousands of rural households…

Fruit Attraction 2023 photo report

Fruit Attraction is over for another year and, as everyone heads home to rest their tired legs, FreshPlaza has been busy making our photo report of the event as well as a final round of news and views from the exhibitors and visitors. The last day is traditionally the quietest at the trade show as…

Full equipped office space available in Westland, the Netherlands

Have you always wanted an office in Westland? Not only is this green fresh produce corner of the Netherlands close to the Port of Rotterdam and Rotterdam/The Hague airport. It is also right by a major highway, the A20. There are several fully equipped offices with or without conference rooms available.…

Meet the IFPA Retail Merchant Innovation award winners

Top execs driving retail innovation – the winners of the International Fresh Produce Association’s Retail Merchant Innovation Award – will be recognized at the Retail Awards…

Very busy second day at Fruit Attraction

The second day is traditionally the busiest at Madrid's Fruit Attraction, and a lot of exhibitors said it was the busiest day ever but exhibitors in hall 1 said they saw less traffic, while other halls were busier but numbers seemed to drop off in the last hour. Many exhibitors said that the Madrid show…

Photo Report: Interfresh Eurasia 2023

Last year, in 2022, Interfresh Eurasia came back to Antalya after some years of absence due to the coronavirus. This year, the exhibition aimed to be back even bigger and better, a goal the organization succeeded in. There were more stands, more large Turkish exporters and also more visitors during the…

Fruit Attraction 2023 gets off to a great start

Yesterday saw the opening of Fruit Attraction 2023 in Madrid and the number of stand-holders and visitors are said to be up on last year. The second day is traditionally the busiest, but stand-holders seems pleased with visitor numbers on the opening day. There have been a few changes in Halls for some…

"After soft fruit training sessions' success, it's top fruit's turn"

Euro Gijbels Academy's first training sessions in Belgium are over. After a successful session for the French-speaking customers in June, the same training day for their Dutch-speaking partners followed in early September. "Those were very well-received, so another series is to follow on October 12 and…

Innovation hub is new on the expo floor

More than 1,000 exhibitors will debut their latest products and services, with a robust emphasis on technology and innovation, at The Global Produce & Floral Show, October…

Primeur Fruit Attraction Edition now available to read online

Fruit Attraction will be held in Madrid from Tuesday 3 to 5 October 2023. FreshPlaza and Primeur jointly publish a 162-page exhibition magazine. It has become an international issue with background articles from the international fruit and vegetable trade. The English edition can be read online. In…

Southwest International Produce Expo spotlights women leaders in produce

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is proud to announce a new educational speaker session at the Southwest International Produce Expo (SWIPE) from November…

Two new ed sessions announced for Organic Grower Summit

An ed session focused on a systematic approach to managing pests in organic agricultural systems and an interactive workshop offering insights into research by the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) and the UC Organic Agriculture Institute (OAI) have been announced as part of the educational…

British Onions technical event and agronomy trials 2023

The British Onions Producer Association announces the return of the Technical Event and Agronomy Trials for 2023, hosted by NIAB. This event promises a day filled with…

Seed meets Technology visitors 'ready to buy'

The ninth edition of the three-day international seed technology fair Seed meets Technology once again attracted an international and skilled crowd to Vertify's greenhouse complex in Zwaagdijk, which has been transformed into an exhibition complex. All the space is available was well utilized. They even…

III International Symposium on Carrot and Other Apiaceae

The III International Symposium on Carrot and Other Apiaceae is fast approaching, York, UK will host the event entitled “A Taste of Things to Come”. The organising committee,…

National Fruit Show celebrates 90th year

The National Fruit Show will celebrate its 90th year at the Kent County Showground on Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd November 2023. This year’s show will be opened by Minette…

Operators from all over the world to discuss berries

Spain, Poland, the Netherlands, Germany, Great Britain, and Australia are just a few of the countries of origin of the operators who attended the "Gil Program Annual Event" organized in Cesena (Italy) by G-Berries on September 26, 2023. Group photo at the "Cerchia 2" research center The purpose of the…

Bid on various high-quality food processing machines

Industrial Auctions has organized an interesting auction in Kapelle (NL). The offer consists, for example, of sorting belts, batchers, filling and packaging machines, labelling equipment, checkweighers, metal detectors, peelers, and more. Also some interesting combinations are offered on this auction.…

Industry changemakers inspire business success

Recognizing that business success requires far more than great products and services, the International Fresh Produce Association offers business-building global thought leaders on consumer, tech, and talent trends at The Global Produce & Floral Show, October 19-21 in Anaheim, California. "No longer is a…

Regenerative agriculture and what it means for organic

'Regenerative agriculture' is a fast-growing term helping reshape how food is grown, but what does it mean for the organic fresh produce industry? A panel of organic industry leaders will address the trends and future outlook related to regenerative and organic production at the Organic Grower Summit…

2023 Guangzhou (Jiangnan) International Fruit and Vegetable Industry Expo kicks off

The three-day "Food2China Expo and 2023 Guangzhou (Jiangnan) International Fruit and Vegetable Industry Expo" kicked off today (September 21) at the Guangzhou Poly World Trade Expo. The exhibition hall brings together various brands and companies in the Chinese fruit industry, regional fruit brands, and…

On its 15th anniversary, Fruit Attraction 2023 breaks all records

Fruit Attraction will celebrate its 15th anniversary in style from October 3-5. The fair, which is being organized by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX and will have Andalusia as its Guest Region, has recorded the largest participation in its history with 2,000 exhibiting companies from 56 countries, an area of…

Photo report: British Tomato Conference

Not a single tomato could be found at the British Tomato Conference, which took place yesterday in Warwickshire. There was no decorative British tomato flag, no new varieties shown by breeders, and even the lunch was completely tomato-free. This is exemplary of how the fear of the Rugose virus has…

The industry looks to the future

For the 13th time, representatives from the fruit and vegetable industry met at the German Fruit and Vegetable Congress at the Congress Center in the city of Düsseldorf. The event was again organized by GS1 Germany, Agrarmarkt Informations-Gesellschaft mbH, and Fruchthandel magazine. Over 400 visitors attended the event. Click…

New Covent Garden Market showing support for British growers

New Covent Garden Market is an official partner of the British Food Fortnight 2023, which runs from September 16 through to October 1. British Food Fortnight (BFF) is the largest annual national celebration of British food, organized by Love British Food during the traditional time of harvest festival. The…

British Tomato Conference kicks off

"If the past four years have taught us anything, it is the importance of fostering collaboration throughout the entire supply chain," remarked Paul Falkner, Treasurer of the Tomato Growers' Association and Head of Sales at EVG, during his opening speech at this year's British Tomato Conference. He…

Measuring sustainable and regenerative ag outcomes the IFPA show

As the sustainable agriculture movement gains momentum, industry stakeholders are coming together to address the challenges of transparent and effective sustainability…

Editorial Special on IFPA’s Global Produce & Floral Show

Excitement around IFPA’s Global Produce & Floral Show is building up. The event will take place in Anaheim, California from October 19 – 21. Starting today until October 20th, FreshPlaza will run an Editorial Special on the Global Produce & Floral Show. For the entire month, the newsletter and website…

Interfel back in Madrid with “Le Tour Frais”

Once again this year, France is demonstrating all of its agri-export potential at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. The French delegation is comprised of a total of 112 companies…

PopFest Open Days take place from September 25 to 29

PopFest is taking place again in the Netherlands from 25 to 29 September 2023. Pop Vriend open their doors for growers, distributors and partners to discover the newest varieties and latest innovations. PopFest is the place where everything comes together. The fields, our focus, food for thought and -…

Auction with various applications for the fruit and vegetables industry

On September 28, Industrial Auctions will auction off hundreds of lots online. Amongst the offer is a wide range of potato, vegetable, and fruit processing machines. It consists of high-quality machines for both large and small processors, which are also widely applicable. Consider, for example, various peelers…

"Concentrated exchange platform for supplier care and new customer acquisition"

From September 28 to 30, the exhibition center in the southern Turkish city of Antalya will once again open its doors. At the annual industry event Interfresh Eurasia, domestic producers and exporters will meet with partners and traders from all over the world. The fair is also gradually gaining in…

Annual Pulsed Electric Fields technology day to be held in Germany

On October 11th and 12th, Elea Technology will host the annual PEF Advantage Day at its headquarters in Quakenbrück, Germany. In a wide-ranging supporting program full of technical presentations, machine demos and discussion panels, researchers and partners from Elea present the benefits of Pulsed…

Citrus pre-season export meeting with a global focus

The California Citrus Quality Council (CCQC) will hold its annual Citrus Preseason Export Meetings on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at the Visalia Convention Center. The…

"It's a great way to create some awareness for the craft"

This Sunday, September 17, the Day of Agriculture will take place in Belgium. On that day, organized by Boerenbond and Landelijke Gilden, growers and farmers open their farms to the general public to let them see the ins and outs of running an agricultural business. "It's a great way to create some…

Organic Grower Summit 2023 features AI-themed session

The explosive interest in artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture continues to impact all facets of the growing process—from crop-yield predictions to soil monitoring to autonomous robots. "Unlocking the Value of AI on the Digital Farming Journey," the second-announced ed session for Organic Grower…

Photo Report: Asia Fruit Logistica 2023

Asia Fruit Logistica took place in Hong Kong again for the first time since 2019. It was deemed a success by many exhibitors and attendees despite closing a day earlier due to heavy rain and flooding in the city. Click here to see the photo report. More than 700 exhibitors from 42 countries and regions showcased…

Call for participants for Viva Fresh’s Fifth Annual Clean Eating Challenge

The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) proudly invites industry members to apply for this year’s challenge, which will kick off in mid-October and culminate at the…

Autonomous systems to be showcased at Agritechnica 2023

Autonomous field work is no longer a distant prospect with robots increasingly finding their way into practical applications. However, further development work is needed…

Banana Time Guayaquil conference connects banana industry

The Association of Ecuadorian Banana Exporters (AEBE) is preparing for its XX International Convention, Banana Time 2023. It will take place at the Hilton Colón Hotel in Guayaquil from October 24 to 27, 2023. This emblematic event, which brings together the leading national and international proponents of…

Fresh Market 2023: Meeting with retail chain buyers

Fresh Market B2B meeting & trade show is a Polish event for the wholesale trade sector of fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers, organised since 2008. It is the opportunity to meet in person and connect with buyers from the largest retail chains in Central Europe. This year's 17th edition of Fresh Market…

Due to heavy rainstorms in Hong Kong, Asia Fruit Logistica remained closed on final day

Hong Kong is currently being impacted by heavy rainstorms. As a result, Asia Fruit Logistica could not open this morning as planned. The official Warning Signal of a "Black Rainstorm" had been raised by local authorities, indicating heavy rainfall that has already occurred or is expected to occur across…

Profitability is a global great challenge for blueberry producers

Recent larger blueberry production volumes have caused price drops, and consumer demands are high. These are some of the factors that impact the profitability of blueberry…

Poland: Preparations for 14th edition of the Fruit and Vegetable Market (TSW) started

On January 17-18, 2024, the 14th edition of the Fruit and Vegetable Market (TSW) will take place on the premises of the largest exhibition center in Poland. TSW is the largest industry event in Central and Eastern Europe, bringing together fruit and vegetable producers. "It is an excellent opportunity to…

Brazil arrives at Asia Fruit Logistica with a delegation of nine companies

Nine Brazilian companies participating in Frutas do Brasil – the internationalization project of the Brazilian Association of Producers and Exporters of Fruits and Derivatives…

Peru continues expansion in agro sector at Asia Fruit Logistica 2023

From September 6 to 8, Peru is at the epicenter of the global agricultural industry at Asia Fruit Logistica 2023 in Hong Kong. The Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Exports and Tourism (PromPeru) and the Association of Agricultural Producer Guilds of Peru (AGAP) lead a delegation that showcases…

"Hong Kong is truly back"

The second day of Asia Fruit Logistica had slightly fewer visitors, but there was still a good flow of people. There was lots of interest from Asia for Australian and New Zealand cherries. Australians are just waiting on the final go ahead to ship the first loads of avocados to India. After the access was granted and protocols…

2023 Kiwifruit Innovation Award awarded to Dr Annette Richardson

The 2023 Kiwifruit Innovation Award has been won by Dr Annette Richardson for her work in exploring budbreak - a crucial stage in the growth cycle of kiwifruit. Dr Richardson,…

Last places available for B2B meetings with buyers from large-scale retailers

Auchan, Biedronka (Jeronimo Martins), Carrefour, Intermarche, Spar, Dino, E. Leclerc, Arhelan, Chata Polska, frisco.pl of Eurocash Group, Nasz Sklep, Polo Market, Stokrotka, Żabka are large-scale retailers that have confirmed their participation in B2B meetings that will take place in Warsaw during the…

Chinese exhibitors return to Asia Fruit Logistica

Asia Fruit Logistica has started with a return to the location in Hong Kong rather than Bangkok, Thailand. For the first day, it seemed to be a very busy one, with exhibitors being pleased about the amount of traffic from Asian buyers at their booths. Chinese exhibitors return to the trade showLast year,…

USA pavilion celebrates quality at Asia Fruit Logistica

Twenty U.S. fresh produce and dried fruits producer organizations are exhibiting this year as part of the USA Pavilion organized by the U.S. Agricultural Trade Office in Hong Kong and Macau at Asia Fruit Logistica from September 6 – 8, 2023. This year, the USA Pavilion highlights the quality and…

First Brazilian Avocado and Avocado Congress will be held in November

Abacates do Brasil promotes an event specialized in Avocado and Avocado culture and expects to bring together 500 producers from all over Brazil. Avocado and Avocado…

AgroFresh to showcase a full range of freshness solutions and digital technologies

AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. announces their participation in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, September 6-8, at Hall 3, Booth 3C55. As a player in the fresh produce…

Asia Fruit Logistica opened today

Asia Fruit Logistica opened its doors today to the global fresh produce industry. Asia’s show for the fresh fruit and vegetable trade takes place on 6-8 September 2023 at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong together with Asiafruit Congress and Asiafruit Business Forum. Get ready to meet face-to-face with over…

“UK production of tomatoes will bounce back over the next few years”

The British tomato industry is navigating a challenging landscape marked by rising input costs, volatile energy markets, and post-Brexit issues. With the British Tomato Conference coming up, Phil Morley, Technical Officer for the British Tomato Growers Association, explains how, despite these obstacles,…

Photo Report: China 2023 International Fruit Expo

A successful International Fruit Expo was completed in Guangzhou over the weekend. The show took place from September 1 to 3. It is jointly hosted by the China Chamber of Commerce For Import and Export of Foodstuffs, Native Produce, and Animal By-Products (CFNA) together with the China Fruit Marketing…

Texas Fruit Conference set for October 18-20

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s annual Texas Fruit Conference is set for Oct. 18-20 in Fredericksburg, with registration now accepted. The conference targets fruit…

“We’re going to make this product a big category in India”

Starting promotions in the coming months, the Indian retailer Zepto is confident that SN!BS healthy snacks can gain a big share in the fruit & vegetables category. "It is a fantastic concept that needs a lot of marketing," says Associate Director Venkat Reddy. The consumer platform Love My Salad and…

'We fly to Asia Fruit Logistica to strengthen international partnerships'

Everything is ready for Mazzoni Group's departure for Hong Kong. As in previous years, the Ferrara-based company will attend Asia Fruit Logistica (6-8 September), which will…

Educational session on Strengthening Organic Enforcement

With March 19, 2024, comes the full implementation of the National Organic Program's (NOP) Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rule, and with that, new challenges are coming into view for producers, distributors, and importers. Navigating and adhering to these new requirements for organic producers…

Leafy hydroponics event announced

On September 5, the Leafy Hydroponics Seminar takes place in Hong Kong and looks at the latest trends and technologies in the fast-growing leafy hydroponics sector across Asia-Pacific.Speaker line-up of Rijk Zwaan's Leafy Hydro SeminarThe Leafy Hydroponics Event focuses on three core areas, including…

International Fruit Exhibition kicks off in GuangZhou China

It was a very festive morning in GuangZhou with the start of the 3-day International Fruit Exhibition. Two halls at the International Exhibition Center are filled with with major brands and companies from the Chinese fruit industry. In the morning a number of official cooperations and new projects were announced…

Asia Fruit Logistica ready to reunite global trade

Asia Fruit Logistica is gearing up to bring the global fresh fruit and vegetable business together next week as it returns to its long-established location in Hong Kong.The…

Global Focus on potatoes and onions

In September FreshPlaza will be focussing on the potato and onion sectors. Are you a grower, importer or supplier of these products? If so we would love to hear from you. You can send us some information or we can call you for an interview, just let us know. You can contact info@freshplaza.com…