Study: Shift to organic agriculture vital for sustainable food systems Independent research finds move to organic agriculture would go long way to meeting United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Read more >
Big Surprise: World Avocado Congress bid goes to modest New Zealand One of the ‘smallest producers’ of the popular fruit outduels both Mexico and Kenya and promises its commitment moving forward Read more >
VPC: The new corporate image for the Vidaurri family companies Vida Produce Company will unite the operations in the 13 countries where it is present and allow all the group’s companies to consolidate their leadership and innovation. Read more >
Companies turn Square Mile and beyond red to celebrate businesses giving back Tesco joins a record number of firms in the massive philanthropic effort by pitching in with special Bags of Help grants. Read more >
Intelligent Growth Solutions attracts further US agri-tech investment to Scotland CEO says 'the pressures of climate change are real, and our technology and systems have the ability to play a part in addressing how we produce and supply food sustainably and productively' Read more >
Tesco announces finalists for its Agri T-Jam at World Agri-Tech Pitch Day The winner will advance to the full World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit as part of the start-up Technology Showcase. Read more >
Asda first supermarket to trial plant-derived coating on fresh produce Apeel Sciences says it has developed a plant-derived, water-based covering that slows the rate of spoilage that can double shelf life. Read more >
An unprecedented catastrophe: Spanish crops destroyed covering more than 300,000ha The most affected crops are citrus and table grapes; damage estimates are around €60 million due to farms being flooded. Read more >
Compagnie Fruitière's new ripening facility plans come to fruition in London The building will be built at DP World London Gateway’s Logistics Park, adjacent to DP World London Gateway port. Read more >
Nisa celebrates produce all shapes and sizes with 'wonky' new promotion Misshapen produce tripled in the UK from 2017 to 2018, and the retailer is taking advantage with carrots, parsnips and potatoes among its offerings. Read more >
