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Organic consumption hits record high as farmland area stabilizes
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (372+ words) The global organic sector closed 2024 with a new historic high in retail sales. The worldwide market for organic food and beverages reached 145 billion euros, confirming resilient demand across key consumer markets. Year-on-year growth amounted to 6.9 billion euros, reflecting a positive…...
VIP’s organic model gains prominence at Biofach
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (366+ words) Quality and continuity remain our primary daily commitments," explained Gerhard Eberh'fer, Organic Manager at VIP. They are the result of a structured supply chain, consolidated expertise and rigorous management at every stage of production." VIP's production model ensures high standards…...
New OneThird technology enables full crate scanning in seconds
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (256+ words) The Innovation Credit from the RVO helps entrepreneurs to develop innovative ideas into market-ready products. This funding provides the space to push forward and take the step to market. With the support of the Innovation Credit, entrepreneurs work on technical…...
The European garlic sector calls for urgent measures
2+ week, 6+ day ago (419+ words) More than 50 representatives from the garlic production and marketing sector from France, Italy and Spain took part in the meeting of the Garlic Contact Group of the Joint Committee. This situation is compounded by the notable increase in garlic imports…...
Dulcis™ exceeds expectations and accelerates international expansion
20+ hour, 27+ min ago (472+ words) Dulcis, the premium green kiwi grown exclusively in Italy, has concluded the 2025/26 season with results exceeding expectations and strong indicators for the brand's future. "The season closed with very positive feedback," said Mirco Montefiori, President of Dulcis Kiwifruit Company. "We…...
Logistics strain the competitiveness of the Peruvian blueberry sector
20+ hour, 34+ min ago (407+ words) The Peruvian blueberry sector is facing an increasingly complex environment marked by rising logistics costs, route instability and stronger international competition. This was highlighted during the 39th International Blueberry Seminar held in Lima, where logistics emerged as a key factor in…...
The European Commission revises residue limits for three key crop protection substances
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (424+ words) Published in the Official Journal of the European Union, the new regulation introduces technical adjustments following detailed scientific evaluations, with the aim of ensuring consumer protection and maintaining confidence in EU food safety controls. Dimoxystrobin is a fungicide used in…...
More than 250 containers of French apples blocked due to the Middle East crisis
20+ hour, 41+ min ago (426+ words) The conflict in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are causing major disruptions to international trade, with a direct impact on the fruit and vegetable sector. One of the most immediate consequences is the blockage…...
Kissabel® grows in Europe and kicks off the Southern Hemisphere season
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (308+ words) A 25% increase in volumes, strong price positioning, high quality and growing consumer engagement are among the key outcomes of the 2025 Kissabel" season in Europe, resulting in a solid overall performance. These results were further supported by excellent pack-out rates and…...
The Chilean cherry seeks new markets in India, South Korea and Africa
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (320+ words) According to the association, these enabling conditions are essential to sustain growth following a record-breaking season in which Chile exported more than 3 million tonnes of fresh fruit, generating US$8.63 billion in revenue. This performance consolidates Chile's position as the leading…...