Accurately predicting volumes and pricing through AI
Accurately predicting volumes and pricing through AI “Predicting the volumes and prices of fruits and vegetables through Artificial Intelligence (AI), that is what Amsterdam-based startup Merqato stands for. “We transform data from fruit and vegetable companies in combination with external data – such as information on the weather, energy prices, and trade data – into […]
“This is the best time of the year to buy organic Ivorian coconuts”
“This is the best time of the year to buy organic Ivorian coconuts” “The coconut season in Côte d’Ivoire is running throughout the year, with several harvests. According to Stéphane Djedji, manager of Bethlehem Commodities, this quarter’s crop is slow to reach the market due to Ramadan and the start of the mango season. Djedji […]
Sklar Wilton’s Michael D’Abramo on how to handle data
Sklar Wilton’s Michael D’Abramo on how to handle data “Most businesses have more data than they know what to do with. Now what? Good data. Bad data. Big data. Rich data. Retail is an industry obsessed with numbers, but managing and mining the ever-growing data stream can be a challenge. We recently spoke with Michael D’Abramo, […]
Blue Book Launches Next Generation Offering for Produce Supply Chain
Blue Book Launches Next Generation Offering for Produce Supply Chain “Blue Book, the leading provider of produce-specific credit and business information, today unveiled major enhancements to its offering, including simplified membership tiers, a new member portal, and a refreshed brand. This release dramatically improves member access to data and insights, providing an easier and more […]
EFI Showcases and Supports Sustainable Farming Practices
EFI Showcases and Supports Sustainable Farming Practices “Equitable Food Initiative, the capacity-building and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, is pleased to announce three upcoming sustainability offerings. First, EFI is excited to premiere a new video: “Agriculture is Climate Work.” This video highlights the achievements of the Produce & Reduce […]
“The Vietnamese vegetable market is becoming a modern trade”
“The Vietnamese vegetable market is becoming a modern trade” “Bejo was one of the first breeding companies to initiate seedling production and research facilities in Vietnam, recognizing the country’s potential and the crucial role suitable varieties play in industry development. Since the center’s opening in 2018, the industry has experienced rapid expansion, according to Agung […]
Opportunities for organic agriculture in Uganda
Opportunities for organic agriculture in Uganda “Under the “Kansen voor Morgen” program of LNV, Wageningen Environmental Research conducted a study on the opportunities for organic agriculture in Uganda. The aim of the study was to find entry points for leveraging initiatives around organic agriculture in the country. The study started at a time where Uganda’s […]
Generation Next Thinking: How tech is shaping the workforce of the future
Generation Next Thinking: How tech is shaping the workforce of the future “As the grocery industry evolves, so do the jobs needed to make it function. Whether it’s a greater demand for customer service, increased use of artificial intelligence (AI), the rise of in-store technology, hyper-personalization or a host of other factors, grocery jobs of […]
Vietnam sees fruit and vegetable export growth in first quarter
Vietnam sees fruit and vegetable export growth in first quarter “Initial data from the General Department of Vietnam Customs reveals a significant increase in fruit and vegetable exports, with a reported $1.25 billion in revenue for the first quarter. This marks a 27% year-on-year growth and is the first instance of surpassing the $1 billion […]