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Syngenta joins the Phytobiomes Alliance

Syngenta Crop Protection has become a sponsor of the International Alliance for Phytobiomes Research. Phytobiome is a collective term for plants within a specific growing environment, e.g., soil, and the complex interactions influenced by microbes, nutrients, animals, climate, weather, and management…

Belgian company gets new business developer

This week, Dominiek Keersebilck started work as Demargro's new business developer. At this Belgian importer/exporter, the experienced sector manager will focus on developing new product groups' expansion at potential and existing customers. "I have 20+ years of experience in the sector, mainly on the…

Burro adds Bassis as dealer to serve Colombia

Philadelphia-based Burro, an autonomous mobility company providing solutions for the agriculture industry, announced today that it has added Colombia-based Bassis to its expanding list of dealers worldwide. Bassis is an engineering company dedicated to the industrial transformation of its clients in the…

Family-owned fresh produce business celebrates 130 years in South Africa

The Dutoit Group is celebrating 130 years as a South African agricultural company. From Gysbertus du Toit settling on Kromfontein Farm in the Western Cape and planting the first fruit trees in 1883, to becoming one of the largest family owned fresh produce businesses, this agricultural investment company…

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"Focused organic expertise under one roof"

On December 11, Swiss organic vegetable producer Seeland Bio will open a brand new processing and packing hall in Ried near Kerzers (canton of Fribourg). The integrated packing station, with a total area of approx. 1,200m2, has a total of five packing lines. "Whether nets, tubular bags or Foodtainer…

Construction of new Multivac production factory starts

The Management Board of the MULTIVAC Group turned the first spadeful of earth for a new production factory, which is intended for manufacturing parts and handling spare parts logistics in Wolfertschwenden. The new factory, with an area of 35,000 square meters, is being built about 1,000 meters away from the…

Zespri colaboration to reduce carbon footprint

EarlyBirds has announced a collaboration project with Zespri. This project will support Zespri in realizing its vision for sustainable operations and carbon footprint reduction across the kiwifruit supply chain.A cornerstone of this collaboration is EarlyBirds' approach to intelligence leveraging OSINT…

Fruca's parent company transfers 90 million of its capital stock to three new companies

Idol Valores, the parent company of the agricultural firm Fruca Marketing, has just redistributed its assets. The company, which had almost 145 million Euro of capital stock,…

"What we are going to do here is unique"

What is now an empty plot of 11 hectares will be turned into a new greenhouse for Moroccan tomato cultivation by Agro Care at the beginning of next year. Construction is currently in full swing. The Dutch tomato growers opt for the construction of a Canary-type greenhouse, as many are found in the Agadir…

Partnership agreement between Raedial Farms Ltd and Compagnie Fruitière

Oil palm specialist Raedial Farms announced on its Instagram account that it had signed a partnership agreement with Compagnie Fruitière on Thursday, November 23 during the French Week 2023 Business Forum held in Lagos, Nigeria. This partnership will enable Raedial Farms Limited to diversify its…

Sport: Rungis promotes "healthy eating"

Yesterday, Rungis Market announced that it was backing six French athletes as they prepare for upcoming sporting events. "Through this partnership, Rungis Market will offer these top athletes two baskets of fresh produce per month, featuring all the products sold at the MIN. Rungis Market has formed a…

AgDevCo expands portfolio in Mozambique with new investment

The UK-based impact investor has finalized a USD10 million mezzanine debt investment into Dowson Limitada, a Sussundenga-based primary producer of macadamias and avocados. Dowson was established in 2012 by a group of South African farmers who recognised the ideal growing conditions in central Mozambique.…

GreenV invests in Mexican market with GreenV Mexico

GreenV is establishing GreenV Mexico and has appointed Mauricio Revah as Managing Director. Mauricio Revah explains: "There is no doubt about the importance and potential of the Mexican market. The main advantage for Mexican growers and investors is that GreenV Mexico combines the strength of the Dutch…

Johan van Namen passes the reins to his nephews

"After 35 years of trading mushrooms and 40 years of growing them, it's time to look to the future. I've decided to hand over my business to my brother Mari's three sons, Bart, Roy, and Mike. Bart will take care of logistics, planning, and some sales. Roy will be responsible for cultivation, and Mike…

Tajikistan explores swift perishable goods delivery with Agroexpress integration

Tajikistan is set to join the "Agroexpress," a Russian specialized service aiming to expedite the delivery of perishable goods and mitigate risks affecting their quality. The Tajik Ministry of Transport revealed that the possibility of connecting to Agroexpress was outlined in the 2023-2025 roadmap…

Eqraft opens new headquarters in Netherlands

Following a period of continuous growth, Eqraft decided they needed a new headquarters. The Dutch tech company found a brand new property, big enough to match their ambitions and future plans. For the grand opening of their new headquarters in Emmeloord, Eqraft opens the doors of their new facility on 2…

170th anniversary for Bonduelle

2023 marks the 170th anniversary of an adventure born in 1853. The history of the family and the Bonduelle company are inseparable. The torch of the family business has already passed through seven generations, with a vocation that remains intact over time: placing plant based at the heart of food. Christophe Bonduelle gives us…

Sanlucar expands its business to Asia

The multinational company SanLucar continues its international expansion plan, with its sights set on Asia. The fruit and vegetable brand has launched its products in Singapore. As part of its strategy to open up to Asian markets, the company's CEO, Armin Rehberg, accompanied by Bilal Issa, Commercial Director…

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"On opening day, we already sold over a truckful of vegetables"

On November 20, the first franchise branch of catering wholesaler Alfafood GmbH opened its doors in Ingolstadt. On a spacious area of approx. 1,500 square meters, the cash & carry market stocks a carefully selected range of products, including a wide variety of fresh vegetables specially tailored to the…

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Maersk settles lawsuit over blockage Suez Canal in 2021

A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S settled a Danish lawsuit against the companies behind a ship that blocked the Suez canal in 2021. The Ever Given was stuck for six days in March 2021. However, the event disrupted global shipping for months. Maersk controls about 15% of the world’s container fleet, while Evergreen…

Rosselkhoznadzor noted a sharp increase in shipments of fruit and vegetable products with pests from Armenia

Russia's agricultural watchdog, Rosselkhoznadzor, has raised concerns about a significant surge in shipments of plant products with pests from Armenia. This year alone, harmful organisms were found in Armenian floral and fruit-vegetable products in 72 instances, with a sharp increase in violations noted…

UK fresh produce POS data service provides exclusive in-store information

A comprehensive, regular, and reliable data service for sellers of fresh and frozen produce has been relaunched to enable access to images and information that can only be discovered in UK stores. British Growers Insights is the UK’s largest and most up to date fresh and frozen produce point of sale data…

Tosca welcomes Indy Obhi as Managing Director UK and Ireland

Tosca, a prominent provider of reusable packaging solutions, has announced the appointment of Indy Obhi as the new Managing Director, UK and Ireland. Reporting directly to the EMEA President, Dan Lee, his chief responsibility will be to further enhance Tosca's UK and Ireland business presence within the…

For Rent: Property located in the transport zone Meer in Belgium

At Riyadhstraat 37, situated at the border crossing Meer-Hazeldonk, an unrefrigerated warehouse is available. The warehouse is located 1 km from the entrance to the E19 Antwerp-A16 Breda motorway. Due to the presence of 6 loading docks and 2 overhead doors on the ground floor, this warehouse is also exceptionally…

Manter, IMA Ilapak Italia and IMA Record announce exclusive partnership

Manter International B.V., a manufacturer of weighing and packaging solutions, IMA Ilapak Italia and IMA Record, with their high-end packaging machinery, and both part of IMA Group’s FLX HUB, have officially joined forces in a strategic partnership. It will focus on fresh fruit and vegetables such as…

WayCool's technology subsidiary allies with Yola Fresh

WayCools tech stack for food and agri-space aims to optimize YoLa Fresh's supply chain, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing food waste. Food and agri-tech platform provider WayCool Foods has stated that its technology subsidiary CensaNext has partnered with Morocco-based agribusiness…

Mushroom supplier acquires fresh produce company

South Mill Champs, a vertically integrated North American grower and supplier of fresh mushrooms and functional mushroom foods, announces the acquisition of World Fresh Produce, a global fresh produce sourcing organization. This strategic acquisition enhances South Mill Champs' position in the overall…

InspiraFarms Cooling in talks to acquire Celtic International

InspiraFarms Cooling, a provider of cooling solutions across Africa, just announced the process of acquiring Celtic Cooling's operations in Africa. "This will ensure the continued operations of the teams based in Ethiopia, Ghana, and Kenya, who have developed a reputation for high-quality technical…

Dutch and Belgian cooperatives explore future collaboration

The Dutch growers' cooperative Koninklijke FruitMasters and Coöperatie Hoogstraten, a cooperative in Belgium, are exploring a future collaboration. FruitMasters supervisory…

Grant J. Hunt adds to team

The Grant J. Hunt Company proudly welcomes industry veteran Derin Benson to its team, marking a significant milestone as the company gears up to celebrate its 90th anniversary in 2024. With over a decade of dedicated experience in produce sales and marketing, Benson has been a driving force in the industry, particularly with…

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan enters strategic partnership with Montague

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and its Australian agriculture subsidiary AustOn Corporation (AustOn) are pleased to announce that they have entered into a strategic partnership with Montague. As part of this partnership, Pomona Valley, a subsidiary of Ontario Teachers’, will acquire a majority equity…

California grower celebrates 100 years

D'Arrigo Bros. Co. of California proudly culminates its year-long reflection of legacy with a commemoration of its 100th anniversary. As D'Arrigo Bros. Co., of California honors this anniversary milestone, its roots can be traced back even further to 1907, when Andrea D’Arrigo arrived from Sicily to…

Primever relaunches fruit and vegetable business at Port of Sète

After several years of shutdown, it is now official: the fruit terminal at the Port of Sète is back in service. The fruit and vegetable transport and logistics specialist Primever and Occitanie region, owner of the Port of Sète, have announced their partnership to relaunch operations in the Mediterranean…

Maf Roda acquires Caustier

Montalban-based family group Maf Roda, specialists in customized, turnkey solutions for automatic grading, sorting, and packaging of fresh fruit and vegetables, has signed an agreement to acquire Perpignan-based Caustier, a century-old company specializing in the design of grading and packaging machines for fresh fruit and…

Alfredo Lira Chirif takes up role of vice president at Camposol

Agro-exporter Camposol has announced the appointment of Alfredo Lira Chirif as vice president of Business Units of the firm. He served as general manager of agricultural Cerro Prieto between June 2012 and June of this year. In his new position, he will report directly to the CEO of Camposol, José Antonio…

APEAM celebrates its 26 anniversary

The Association of Avocado Producers, Packers, and Exporters of Mexico (APEAM) is celebrating its 26th anniversary as the only facilitator in Mexico for the export of Hass avocado. In this context, APEAM wants to clarify the myths and realities that surround it and share its plans and challenges for…

Piet Pannekeet bids an untroubled farewell to JASA

Piet Pannekeet officially bid 'adieu' to JASA Packaging Solutions three years ago. But last week, that was celebrated with a festive farewell. The pandemic delayed this occasion somewhat. Much has since happened, and this Dutch engineering firm launched a new platform for a new generation of packaging…

Zespri launches $2m annual fund to accelerate sustainable innovation

New Zealand Kiwifruit brand Zespri has launched $2 million annual fund to accelerate sustainable innovation. Zespri said in a statement on Tuesday that the firm is establishing a new innovation funding initiative, known as ZAG. Powered by its purpose – to help people, communities and the environment…

Bosman Van Zaal now official dealer of Elpress

Bosman Van Zaal has recently become the official dealer of Elpress, a move seen as strategic in advancing the company's position in advanced horticultural technology. This collaboration aims to provide customers with access to hygiene solutions and enhance the overall technological capabilities of the…

Agrokasa Holdings delists shares from Lima Stock Exchange

Some two months after announcing its sale to the Guatemalan Grupo Hame, Agrokasa Holdings informed the Lima Stock Exchange of its decision to delist ‘all common shares representing the capital stock’ of Drokasa Agricultural Society (Agrokasa). In effect the holding intends to make a public purchase offer…

MSC acknowledged at Seatrade Maritime Awards 2023

MSC has made a statement saying it is honored to be crowned “Shipping Company of the Year” at Seatrade Maritime Awards 2023. This prestigious accolade recognizes MSC for its outstanding response in keeping worldwide trade moving amid global and industry challenges, the company’s commitment and…

Dr. Tran awarded grant to study tomato-killer pathogen

Dr. Tuan Tran, assistant professor of biology at the University of South Alabama, describes Ralstonia solananacearum as something like a supervillain in the world of plant pathogens. The soil-based bacterium causes wilt in crops such as tomatoes, peppers and potatoes. Scientists around the world have…

Raquel Espinoza named FPAA 2023 Member of the Year

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) proudly announced Raquel Espinoza, founder of Produce House, as the 2023 Member of the Year. The prestigious award, established in 2010, is a testament to her contributions and dedication to the association. Espinoza, recognized for her enthusiasm,…

USDA PACA updates

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Cantero Produce Corp. (Cantero) for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).…

"Twenty-five years of French authenticity and quality"

Tooty is a brand for high-quality French products. It was launched in 1998, making it the oldest of the Aarsten brands. "This week, we proudly celebrate Tooty's 25th anniversary," says this Dutch company's Aart Bezemer. "This milestone reflects our longstanding commitment to quality and authenticity. France…

New FruitMasters building reaches its highest point

On Friday, November 17, 2023, the construction of FruitMasters' new Masterplan building reached its highest point. The Dutch growers cooperative celebrated this by raising a flag at that point. It took very little time to complete the new production facility's substructure. Work is now starting on the 23 m-high upper structure. The ultramodern factory will be operation…

Ocean Mist mourns passing of former president Ed Boutonnet

Ocean Mist Farms mourns the passing of beloved former President and CEO, visionary and industry titan, Ed Boutonnet. Ed was a devoted grower/owner of the industry-leading company for over forty years, where his vision as President and CEO from 1990 – 2015 helped develop the company into a strategically…

Carl Gupton new CEO of Greenswell Growers

Greenswell Growers, a mid-Atlantic grower of leafy greens, has appointed Carl Gupton as its Chief Executive Officer. Gupton, who has served as President of Greenswell Growers since 2020, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to his new role at the company. With a strong passion for sustainable…

Co-executive leaders of California Avocado Commission named

At its November 16 Board meeting, the newly-elected California Avocado Commission Board of Directors named current CAC vice president of industry affairs and operations, Ken Melban, and vice president of marketing Terry Splane as co-executive leaders of the organization, effective immediately. During the…

The World Vegetable Center celebrates 50 years of R&D

From November 2 to 4, the World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) celebrated its golden jubilee with a series of events at its headquarters in Shanhua, Taiwan. This started with Vegetable Science Day on Thursday, November 2, with some 150 attendees. Then, on Friday, November 3, some 400 special guests celebrated…

Supporting Texas veteran with military makeover

Village Farms Fresh recently partnered with the home improvement series Military Makeover hosted by Montel Williams. The company is featured in episode 2 of season 36, which airs on Lifetime TV beginning Friday, November 17 at 7:30 am ET and PT. Decorated U.S. Army veteran Carlos Colón-Ruiz, who resides…

Tong announces acquisition of Terry Johnson Ltd

Tong Engineering, UK vegetable handling equipment manufacturer, has announced the completed acquisition of Terry Johnson Ltd based in Holbeach, Lincolnshire. The acquisition is strongly aligned with Tong Engineering’s growth aspirations and is a natural progression for both businesses, based on long-term…

New president for Monterey Fresh

Monterey Mushrooms, a vertically integrated researcher, developer, grower, packer and distributor of premium mushrooms, mushrooms genetics and mushroom ingredients, announced that George Haggar has been appointed president, Monterey Fresh, effective November 15, 2023. Haggar will work alongside Monterey Mushrooms’ founder and…

"Our focus is to emerge from the current downturn in a stronger position than ever"

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. has announced its consolidated results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023. Third Quarter 2023 Highlights Net loss for the third quarter was $2,270 million (compared to net income of $1,166 million in the third quarter of 2022), or a diluted loss per…

“We are very pleased that our momentum from the first half of the year has continued into the third quarter"

Commenting on the results, Carl McCann, Executive Chairman, said: “We are very pleased that our momentum from the first half of the year has continued into the third quarter. We delivered another strong set of results, with Revenue growth of 4.2% and Adjusted EBITDA growth of 7.6%," said Carl McCann,…

"Turns out the two companies complement each other 100%"

From January 1, 2022, Varekamp Coldstores has officially fallen under the Europe Retail Packing (ERP) banner. The new website is an excellent opportunity to reflect on these two Dutch companies' integration with directors Menno Reijgersberg and Willem Nowee. "A big advantage is that the companies…

Organic supermarket chain basic now officially part of the tegut... family

The organic supermarket chain basic belongs to the tegut... family now that the insolvency court has confirmed the insolvency plan and all objection periods have expired. tegut... Managing Director Thomas Gutberlet is delighted that the next steps towards merging the two companies can finally be taken:…

How AppHarvest's farming scheme imploded, and took its workforce down with it

The workers had spent the morning of November 8, 2021, clipping, trussing, and trellising hundreds of thousands of tomato plants that twisted almost four stories into the air. They were inside one of the world’s largest high-tech greenhouses, which sits on more than 60 acres of a former cattle field in…

"Our pool of interim managers can help solve companies' bottlenecks and peaks"

Taco van der Louw and his Dutch company Up & Up Talent Solutions have been placing candidates in the fresh produce sector for five years now. That function has gone far beyond recruitment, selection, and hiring. "We, for example, also provide assessments, coaching, business acquisitions, and succession,"…

Trufresh expands recall of all sizes of fresh cantaloupes

Trufresh has expanded its recall of all sizes of fresh cantaloupes packaged in cardboard containers labeled with the “Malichita” label, to include the following additional sales order numbers distributed between October 16, 2023 and October 23, 2023 because they have the potential to be contaminated with…

Valstar Holland, Bioworld, and Eminent join forces within Best Fresh

Best Fresh is going to further bundle its forces within its trading companies. Market conditions and client wishes are changing rapidly, requiring an efficient working method. To profit optimally from the synergy within this Dutch group, Farmhouse International and Valstar Holland will cooperate more…

Chinese group invests in ginger process capability for European market

In early November, Onedayone’s investment in the Netherlands, the latest air-dry equipment started to be fully operational. This endeavor aims to fortify the company’s capacities, ensuring enhanced ginger processing capabilities to better serve the European market. In collaboration with De Laat Koudetechniek,…

California Giant celebrates National Philanthropy Day

In celebration of National Philanthropy Day, California Giant Berry Farms announced the distribution of $53,500 to 10 non-profit organizations via its philanthropic initiative, The California Giant Foundation. The funds are a culmination of the fundraising efforts throughout the year—including California…

Unifrutti Group announces Mohamed Elsarky as Group Chief Executive Officer

The Unifrutti Group (“Unifrutti”) today announced the appointment of Mohamed Elsarky as the Group Chief Executive Officer. Elsarky brings a wealth of experience to Unifrutti with a distinguished career in the food industry, leading growth and global expansion across a range of food categories, market…

Greenyard books 9.5% higher sales in first half of 2023/2024 fiscal year

In the first half of Greenyard's new fiscal year, its adjusted operating income and net sales increased by 12.3% (€90.3 million) and 11.2% (to €2.49 billion), respectively.…

LATAM group increases freighter capacity over 70% with 19th new cargo aircraft

The LATAM Cargo operators received a third Boeing 767 BCF this year, completing the fleet expansion plan and bringing the combined total to 19 cargo aircraft. This milestone reinforces their position as the largest cargo airline group in South America. The fleet expansion plan announced in 2021 by LATAM group…

Lineage celebrates grand opening of Houston coldport facility

Lineage, today celebrated the grand opening of its newest facility in Houston, Texas. Houston ColdPort is strategically located near the Jacintoport Terminal at Port Houston, a leader for the Houston Ship Channel and an integral component of Houston’s international trade activity. Spanning approximately…

CGIAR and LVenture sign agreement to support agri-food startups

CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform (A4IP) and LVenture Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to co-design and execute initiatives aimed at scouting, accelerating, and funding early-stage agri-food and climate-tech innovations. The global agricultural sector and food systems face numerous…

Good start to Yarra Valley Cherries' season

Yarra Valley Cherries, located in Seville in the Upper Yarra Valley started picking last week, with the early varieties coming off the tree indicating that pollination was good and that the rain came at the right time. They are currently picking the Merchant variety, and it is a big crop this year.…

'Company continued its strong performance through the first half of fiscal 2024'

Seneca Foods Corporation today announced financial results for the second quarter and six months ended September 30, 2023. Executive Summary (vs. year-ago, year-to-date results): Net sales for the six months ended September 30, 2023 totaled $706.1 million compared to $705.0 for the six months ended October…

“The industry continued to normalize in the third quarter"

The Board of Directors of the CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, met Friday under the chairmanship of Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, to review the financial statements for the third quarter of 2023. Commenting on the results for the period,…

"We delivered two tonnes of asparagus to Dubai in 2022"

Schwan Regiofruit stores a wide range of regional products and goods from all over the world in 1,500 square metres of refrigerated space and a further 3,000 square metres of dry space. Despite a number of challenges, including weather-related ones, the company has not experienced any bottlenecks.…

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…

Aigen's $12 mln Series A unleashes True-Solar Agriculture Robots

Aigen, an AI-driven robotics company, closed $12 million in Series A financing from leading investor ReGen Ventures along with NEA, Cleveland Avenue, Incite, and Susquehanna Private Equity Investments LLLP. The funding expands Aigen's manufacturing capacity to meet high pre-order demand and create a new…

FPAA announces elected Board Members for 2023

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) held its annual membership meeting on November 2. Attendees gathered at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort to talk about activities for the year, upcoming efforts and to hear about the efforts of the board and staff. The meeting was held just prior to the…

Performance as expected in third quarter

Despite some difficult general market conditions, the BayWa Group has achieved strong operating earnings for the first nine months of the financial year. Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) amounted to €214.6 million at the end of the third quarter (previous year: €459.8 million). Revenues were down…

Monterey Mushrooms closes Florida location

A major mushroom farm in Florida is set to close for good by next year, leaving over 200 workers without jobs. Monterey Mushrooms, headquartered in California, announced its farm in Zellwood is scheduled to permanently close by January. The company reportedly ships over 200 million pounds of mushrooms…

Anecoop celebrates a new integration between two of its partners

Albentillas SCA, a cooperative based in Bentarique (Almería), has been integrated into the social structure of Toñifruit SL, a company specializing in organic farming based in Librilla (Murcia). The two companies, which will continue to maintain their legal identity, belong to the second-degree…

Construction started for new Maersk cold store in Rotterdam

Maersk has started, with the official ground breaking, the construction works for its new large cold store in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. The specialized warehouse for temperature sensitive or frozen products like pharmaceuticals, fruits, meat or fish is located right next to the Maasvlakte II terminal…

AVR announces expansion into Germany

One year before its 175th anniversary, AVR, manufacturer of a full range of machinery for the potato cultivation industry and a global player in that market segment, has announced a significant expansion of the company: the opening of a new branch in Germany. This new subsidiary will serve as a strategic…

Turnover of Rijk Zwaan up to 593 million euros

Vegetable breeding company Rijk Zwaan has seen net turnover increase by 11% to 593 million euros in fiscal year 2022/2023. The increase occurred in almost all active regions and across all crops where Rijk Zwaan is active. The share of the global market is approximately 10%, the company announced. Thanks…

California Fresh Fruit Association names new president

Wayde Kirschenman, the Chairman of the California Fresh Fruit Association (CFFA) Board of Directors announced that Daniel Hartwig has been selected to serve as the…

SEED takes over distribution of selected Solana Group varieties in Spain

The distribution company SEED will take over the distributionof selected varieties of the Solana Group in the Spanish market from now on. The potato breeding company Solana and SEED concluded this agreement at the International Breeders' Show in Emmeloord, the Netherlands. "We see great potential in the Spanish…

Hapag-Lloyd sees decrease in earnings in first nine months of 2023

Hapag-Lloyd has concluded the first nine months of 2023 with a Group EBITDA of USD 4.5 billion (EUR 4.2 billion) and a Group EBIT of USD 3.0 billion (EUR 2.8 billion). The Group profit stood at USD 3.4 billion (EUR 3.2 billion). These results are significantly below the prior-year level due to the severe…

Lineage expands its European footprint with new state-of-the-art facility in France

Lineage, a prominent temperature-controlled industrial REITs and integrated solutions provider, officially opened its state-of-the-art facility in Harnes, France. The new facility has a footprint of approximately 17.000 square meters – equivalent to over three football fields – and strengthens Lineage’s…

Seneca Foods announces purchase of assets related to the Green Giant U.S. Shelf-Stable Business

Seneca Foods Corporation has announced that it has purchased assets related to the Green Giant U.S. shelf-stable business from B&G Foods. In connection with the sale, the Company has entered into a license agreement for use of the Green Giant brand name for Green Giant shelf-stable products. B&G Foods…

"Nowadays, hospitality wholesalers' convenience products must be in order"

Companies must keep evolving in response to market demand. As society changes and speeds up, ease of use is becoming increasingly important. Yet, those in the hospitality industry still want to be distinctive, flavor and aesthetics-wise. "Large catering companies or restaurants have hundreds of patrons,"…

Emirates SkyCargo celebrates over 30 years of connecting to Southeast Asia

As the air cargo industry gathers in Singapore at Air Cargo Southeast Asia, Emirates SkyCargo reflects on over 30 years of connecting to the region, developing trade flows and…

Business growth in line with annual target

The Bonduelle Group posted revenue of 568.5 million euros for Q1 2023-2024, up +4.2% on a like-for-like basis* and down -0.5% on reported figures. The significant depreciation of the Russian ruble compared to the first quarter of the previous fiscal year and, to a lesser extent, the weakening of the US…

Omer-Decugis & Cie: new record revenue of €206.3 million

Omer-Decugis & Cie, an international group specialising in exotic fresh fruit and vegetables, has published its revenue for the 2022/23 financial year (1 October 2022 to 30…

McCain Foods USA and partners awarded $6.9 million for sustainable potato-growing projects in Wisconsin and Maine

McCain Foods USA was awarded $6.9 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), which will be used as part…

HHLA Executive Board and Supervisory Board recommend to accept the offer by MSC

The Executive Board and the Supervisory Board of Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) today published their joint Reasoned Statement pursuant to Section 27 of the German Securities Acquisition and Takeover Act (WpÜG) on the takeover offer by the Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. (MSC) on 23 October…

"Increasing competitiveness and expanding market position"

The companies HMF Hermeler Maschinenbau Ltd and Heuling Maschinenbau & Co. have decided to share their sales channels, with immediate effect. "The idea of a future-oriented cooperation developed from the positive response to the jointly organized in-house exhibition last September. The aim is to exploit…

'Global freight demand continued to be weak in the third quarter'

C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023. Third Quarter Key Metrics: Gross profits decreased 28.9% to $626.6 million Income from operations decreased 60.5% to $113.5 millionAdjusted operating margin decreased 1,450 basis points to 17.9% Adjusted…

Dole and BFV Celebrate the 12th Anniversary of Belgian Conference Pears Introduction to China

Conference Pears catalyzed by Expo launch with sales acceleratedChina has a 3,000 year long history of eating pears and is the world's largest pear-eating and pear-producing country; China's per capita consumption of fresh pears exceeds 12kg, far above the world's average.(2020 FAO data). There are many…

Several investors have expressed interested in the assets of Cítrics de Nules

As confirmed by several sources consulted by Castellón Plaza, several investors have expressed interest in taking over the citrus business of the cooperative Citrics de Nules…

USDA restricts PACA violators in Michigan and Texas from operating in produce industry

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on two produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased…

Maersk decides to cut at least 10,000 jobs

Danish container shipping company Maersk has announced it will cut more than 10,000 jobs after the financial downturn in the third quarter of 2023, when it saw its revenue and earnings shrink. The company said it has imposed "rigorous cost containment measures" during the year to cushion the impact of…

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Southeast Asia: Navigating through a competitive market

“We do realize that we’re growing leafy greens, but we want to elevate the category by adding more fruits and veggies. As a vertical farm, we attain a certain brand position and have bargaining power in the supermarkets. We invite other farms into our brand that don’t necessarily grow the same way as we…

Guatemalan malnutrition project a finalist at Reuters Events Responsible Business Awards 2023

AgroAmerica was a finalist in the Social Impact category at the 14th Responsible Business Awards hosted by Reuters Events. The awards ceremony was held at an in-person gala in London to celebrate sustainable business excellence. AgroAmerica’s Bana-Nutrition project was one of the finalists in the Social…

TOMRA Food wins international FoodTec award for foreign material identification

The foreign material identification accuracy of TOMRA Food’s sorting and grading solutions has won a prestigious International FoodTec Award for “using artificial intelligence and cloud technology to improve food safety, quality, and traceability while increasing process efficiency.” Presented…

Maersk charters more tonnage to catch up with MSC

Maersk Line has been actively chartering vessels in the last fortnight, as the Danish company tries to close the gap with its rival Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), which displaced the former at the top of the liner rankings last year. Maersk has committed to at least six ships in the last two weeks…

A.P. Moller – Maersk reports Q3 financial results in line with expectations

A.P. Moller – Maersk’s (Maersk) financial results for third quarter of 2023 were in line with expectations in a difficult market environment with rates well off their 2022 peak and tested by the increase of capacity in Ocean. Revenue was USD 12.1bn compared to USD 22.8bn in Q3 2022 with an EBIT margin at…

Greenberg Fruit Company joins FreshEdge

Greenberg Fruit Company, a produce distribution company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, joined FreshEdge, a family of best-in-class fresh food distribution companies backed…

Fruit importer/exporter makes its Global Produce and Floral show debut

Salix Fruits, an importer and exporter of fresh fruits, achieved a milestone in its history by participating for the first time in The Global Produce and Floral Show 2023 as an exhibitor. This prominent trade event took place in Anaheim, California, USA and provided Salix Fruits with the opportunity to…

Okanagan Specialty Fruits appoints John Freitas

Okanagan Specialty Fruits® (OSF), the developer and grower behind the Arctic® apple varieties, is pleased to announce John Freitas has joined the company as vice president of…

Dutch branch Celtic Refrigeration has bankruptcy declared - talks on restart ongoing

On November 1, the District Court of The Hague declared the company Celtic Koeling bankrupt. M.W. Schüller was appointed as curator. The Nieuw-Vennep-based refrigeration…

Limoneira’s Joint Venture with Lewis Group announces additional 121 homesite closings

Limoneira Company, a diversified citrus growing, packing, selling and marketing company with related agribusiness activities and real estate development operations, announced today that its real estate development joint venture with The Lewis Group of Companies closed an additional 121 residential…

Net sales for the third quarter of 2023 at $1,003 million

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. today reported financial results for the third quarter and the nine months ended September 29, 2023. “We delivered solid results for the first nine months of 2023 driven by higher gross margins, strong adjusted EBITDA and adjusted earnings per share growth compared with the…

Full-year results for FY2023 expected to show a profit after tax decrease from last year

Despite the start of the peak season, there was no strong recovery in cargo movement. The supply-demand balance softened due to an increase of newly built vessels, and short-term freight rate levels did not sustain their upward trend. The profit after tax for FY2023 Q2 was US$187 million, significantly…

Avocado brand sponsors college football’s 2023 Cure Bowl

Avocados From Mexico® is uniting good health and good times with one partnership. As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, the brand is joining forces with the Cure…

Organto establishes strategic partnership agreement with established Mexico-based producer

Organto Foods Inc. today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Mexico based Alpasa Farms S. De R.L. de CV. This strategic partnership aims to…

Dehaat joins hands with Freshtrop Fruits Ltd to strengthen grape and other fruit exports from India

DeHaat, the prominent Indian AgTech platform providing agricultural services for farmers, is entering into a strategic partnership with Freshtrop Fruits Ltd. to enhance the…

"We've experienced double-digit growth in the last six to seven years"

Defeder, which specializes in 100% organic agricultural products, has expanded its international expansion by making its first shipments to South America. The company, which…

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Hamm-based wholesaler Manss is operational again and announces move soon

Almost four weeks after the major fire, the Hamm-based company Manss is back in business - and even intends to make big plans soon. "We were able to react extremely quickly. Every single employee has pulled together in an exemplary manner, so that we can now look to the future with optimism again. No one…

Olaf Gelhausen appointed as Chief Operating Officer of APM Terminals

As of November 15, 2023, Olaf Gelhausen will be joining APM Terminals as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, he will be responsible for all COO-functions, including Global…

Agricultural technology provider unveils product upgrades

Highland Ag Solutions is excited to unveil significant upgrades to two of its product lines: Highland Hub and Highland Ag MarketWatch. Revitalizing Highland Hub: Highland Hub has undergone a comprehensive overhaul, steered by Highland’s dedicated UI/UX and Engineering teams. This revamp couples a…

Apple association launches 2023-2024 Apples4Ed grant

The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) announces the launch of the 2023-24 Apples4Ed grant program. This USApple charitable initiative supports healthy eating projects in public…

OOIL appoints Chen Yangfan as CEO in management shake-up

Orient Overseas International Limited (OOIL) said that Huang Xiaowen has retired as executive director and CEO of the company, and is no longer a member of the Executive…

Aiming to have three farms up and running, and 80 different products in 2024

São Paulo-based vertical farm Pink Farms has finalized their Series A round funding and received just shy of 2 million dollars for the implementation of their second farm, which is now in its final phases, and a new addition with mushroom production in a third farm. “The full area of our second farm is…

Avocado Commission introduced new marketing approach

The California Avocado Commission marketing team took advantage of the second annual International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce & Floral Show to announce big changes in how it will manage its marketing program going forward. “2023 marks the 45th anniversary of the California Avocado…

Revenue of the company increased by 2.7% YoY

Cosco Shipping Ports Ltd today announced Third Quarter results of the Company and its subsidiaries for the 3 months and 9 months ended 30 September 2023. 2023 third quarter…

Low-cost hybrid farm setups eyeing great potential in LATAM

“Our system and vertical farming could work very well in Mexico as it uses so little water and other resources compared to traditional agriculture. That’s due to the lack of access to fresh food, which makes it rather appealing to local communities. The social impact of it as well, it could be a good…

"A business model for the delivery of a fresh produce with the roots intact to end consumers"

Climate change, global warming, and water scarcity are forcing us to rethink the technological agenda. Aeroponic agriculture is an innovative growing technique that promises great results in preserving resources and environmental sustainability. Founded in 2018 on the idea of Marco Bartolomeo Divià,…

Westfalia Fruit: Pioneering resilience in global avocado supply chains

Westfalia Fruit, a year-round multinational supplier of avocados, and an array of fresh produce to international markets around the globe unveils their forward-looking…

Kuehne+Nagel delivers a good performance in third quarter 2023

The Kuehne+Nagel Group achieved good results in the months January to September 2023 in a market environment that remained challenging. The pandemic-related special economic situation of 2021 and 2022 continued to distort the year-on-year comparison of all key figures. EBIT for the first nine months of…

David Jochinke elected President of National Farmers’ Federation

Victorian grain and livestock producer David Jochinke has been elected President of the National Farmers’ Federation, succeeding Fiona Simson who steps down after seven years…

Port of Los Angeles cargo volume increases again in September

For the second consecutive month, Port of Los Angeles cargo volume increased compared to 2022. The Port handled 748,440 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in September, a…