GLOBAL - Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are preparing to advance their operational partnership with the launch of the Gemini Cooperation in February 2025. This new phase builds on their previous collaborations, focusing on enhancing service efficiency and reliability in the...
CANADA - Researchers at Memorial University are set to explore the causes behind common scab disease in potatoes, thanks to a USD240,000 grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). The research will be led by Dr. Dawn Bignell from the...
SOUTH KOREA – HMM, a South Korean shipping giant, is taking significant steps to transform its shipping operations by committing to a massive USD 17.6 billion investment by 2030, focused on sustainability and growth. The South Korean shipping giant aims to establish...
CANADA – The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Health Canada have issued a public advisory, cautioning consumers about the possible health hazards associated with imported raw Enoki mushrooms. The warning emphasizes the risk of contamination with Listeria...
GLOBAL - The global grape market is undergoing significant changes, with demand for seedless and organic varieties rising steadily driven by consumers' increasing interest in convenience and sustainability, according to experts at Salix Fruits. Ignacio Vidales, Sales...
USA - The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has confirmed the presence of the invasive pest in Wayne, Monroe, and Oakland counties, marking the first infestation in Wayne County. The spotted lanternfly, a pest native to eastern Asia,...
UK - Dr. Poonam Mehra, a plant scientist from the University of Nottingham, has received a EUR 2M (USD 2.2M) grant from the European Research Council (ERC) to explore how plant roots detect and respond to water availability. The project, titled “Water Blind,” aims to...
EUROPE - Omnivent, a leader in ventilation and cooling systems for crop storage, has officially joined Europatat, the European Potato Trade Association. This collaboration marks a new chapter in Omnivent's journey toward expanding its influence across the global...
GLOBAL - MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has signed a deal with the Premier Alliance, consisting of HMM, Ocean Network Express (ONE), and Yang Ming. The partnership, effective from February 2025, will cover Asia to North Europe and Asia to Mediterranean trade...