All Netherlands articles – Page 4
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ArticleEU apple crop shrinks amid continued climate uncertainty
Next season’s volume set to fall to around 10.2m tonnes, mainly as a result of declining production in the eastern part of the continent
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ArticleGreenTech Amsterdam points toward future of horticulture
On 11-13 June, GreenTech Amsterdam returned to the Dutch capital as technology companies showcased solutions to the most pressing issues facing growers in the horticulture sector, including climate change, rising costs and labour shortages
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NewsFresh Energy Egypt collaborates with Greefa
Egyptian producer-exporter has purchased a series of advanced sorting and packaging machines from the Dutch company
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ArticleRijk Zwaan hosts sweet pepper seminar on eve of Asia Fruit Logistica
On 3 September, the day before Asia Fruit Logistica, breeder Rijk Zwaan is organising a seminar focused on sweet peppers in Hong Kong, as market potential grows in the region
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ArticleSave the date: Fruitnet Berry Congress 2025
Fruitnet’s leading event for the fresh berry business will take place at a new venue in March 2025
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NewsLineage launches Global Food Chain Innovation Challenge
Competition invites students and startups to develop and pitch groundbreaking solutions aimed at tackling food waste
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ArticleOlympic Food Group secures Greek grape supply
Dutch importer acquires majority of production at Greek Grape Company, giving it access to high-quality seedless Bloom Fresh varieties
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NewsEast-West Seed highlights certified seeds’ impact on agriculture
Dr Mary Kanokwan Chodchoey told the centennial World Seed Congress that certified seeds were crucial for adding value to farmers and consumers
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NewsPear harvest forecast revealed at Interpera
Volumes in Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain are expected to fall this season following unstable weather conditions
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NewsRijk Zwaan celebrates 100 years with honorary royal title
As part of the Dutch breeding company’s centenary celebrations, it has been granted the honorary royal title ‘Koninklijk’
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NewsBioFirst appoints Bart Sosef as president of plant products
The group said it was confident Sosef’s “extensive experience and innovative vision” would drive the division to new heights
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ArticleRijk Zwaan beefs up berry breeding business
New facility in the Dutch soft fruit heartland around Breda promises to enhance breeding company’s berry R&D potential
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NewsCooperatives BelOrta and The Greenery explore collaboration
The European cooperatives are aiming for optimal product availability, better value for growers and greater flexibility, with the establishment of a Union of Producer Organisations considered the first step
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ArticleDutch firm debuts next-level conveyor belt for potato processors
Ammeraal Beltech’s food-grade synthetic belt with anti-stick and anti-starch properties makes cleaning easier and ensures a longer lifespan
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PodcastsFruitbox 107 · David Kat, Neolithics
Chris and David discuss the application and rapid development of new technologies and their transformative impact on the supply chain
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ArticleTaste key to melon success
Hans van den Heuvel, general manager at Hillfresh, highlights the melons that are making waves for the Dutch group
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ArticleKoppert and Blue Radix win GreenTech Innovation and Concept awards
The winners of the GreenTech Awards were announced at the start of the Amsterdam exhibition, with Dutch firms Koppert and Blue Radix both successful
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ArticleSource.ag launches Source Cultivate for precise yield forecasts
The new solution from Dutch AI specialist Source.ag is set to support growers in their decision making with accurate, real-time yield predictions
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PodcastsFruitbox 106 · Desmond Jas, Olympic Fruit
Chris and Desmond discuss the development of new strategies that drive success in the fresh produce industry
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NewsKoppert unveils sustainability strategy
Future Forward strategy is designed to push the group towards greater environmental stewardship and social responsibility