What place does artificial intelligence have in fresh produce? It’s simply, the future.

For all the excitement about ChatGPT, it requires significant effort for companies to harness the power of artificial intelligence and related technologies, such as machine learning. However, doing so isn’t just advantageous, it’s crucial — because any company that doesn’t keep pace with developments is going to watch as its competitors master it. Walmart is […]

Five projects backed by Tesco, WWF show innovative work to protect food chain

Five companies that have been working with Tesco’s suppliers as part of the 2022 Innovation Connections Programme which is also headed by the WWF discussed progress they’ve made over the past year in their research projects. Those projects are mainly geared toward enviromental preservation, conservation and the limiting of carbon in the atmosphere. Currently, 60% […]

Wholesale market: Embracing technology doesn’t mean completely abandoning tradition

B2B omni-channel adoption slow, but online becoming a 'prerequisite' for supplier deals

You’ve probably heard the saying, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” Well, this phrase sums up the digital transformation we’ve undergone at Willie Itule Produce in recent years. We’ve made significant strategic changes, and we got there by balancing technology and tradition. We’ve had “wins and learns” along the way, which […]

Artificial intelligence at retail will still require human element

It seems that AI (artificial intelligence) has been dominating the news, touching every aspect of our daily life. The controversial topic has been shown to possess many positive attributes for business, but has also been linked to various concerns about its ability to replace human activity. There have also been concerns as to the use […]

Fruit Research Innovation Hub will be one of many highlights at Fruit Focus in July

Growing Kent & Medway, Innovate UK and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) will combine forces for the first time at this year’s Fruit Focus on 12th July. Visitors to the show in East Malling, Kent, will be able to explore cutting-edge research and innovation projects, funded to tackle some of the biggest […]

Strawberry Congress returns in September; Logistica eases restrictions

Sweet summer on way as Asda, Bruce Farms team up on strawberry offering

The International Strawberry Congress is coming back to Belgium in mid-September, offering latest in guidance and networking opportunities to those in the soft fruit sector. Organised by Hoogstraten, the event at the Flanders Meeting and Convention Centre in Antwerp will take place from 21-22 September, featuring panel discussions and critical presentations for those who want […]