Ag-Innovation

ASTRA Peeling machine can peel the thin yellow surface of the lemon

ASTRA fruit peeling machine is completely different from the ordinary peeling machine. It uses a peeler blade to peel and traces the human hand movement.
February 01 , 2021

AQUA4D: A revolution for the management of salt in soils

Switzerland’s AQUA4D provides a case study showing how its innovative technology can help plants in salty soils to flourish, better absorb nutrients, and reach their potential.
January 27 , 2021

California oranges look good in the long term despite potential problems, industry members say

The California citrus industry reports that oranges have strong sales and a bright outlook despite uncertainty and potential problems
January 21 , 2021

GM tomatoes could be alternative for Parkinson's patients

Scientists have produced a genetically modified tomato enriched with the drug L-DOPA, used to treat Parkinson's patients. This could provide an alternative for developing nations and patients who experience side effects.
January 05 , 2021

Highlights from the third quarter of 2020

As we prepare for 2021, FreshFruitPortal.com invites you to check out some of the highlights from 2020!
December 30 , 2020

Envy apples well on way to becoming billion-dollar brand

The Envy apple brand had a record-breaking season this year, selling the entirety of the variety’s New Zealand crop before the end of the year.
December 22 , 2020

AgroGenius and its good news for the fruit industry in Chile and the Americas

Baxlo-AgroGenius durometers have managed to position themselves successfully in the industry as they are able to determine fruit firmness.
December 17 , 2020

Why ASTRA fruit peeling machines are so special

ASTRA Inc. is an innovative Japanese peeler developer, famous for its unique ‘Peeler blade’ technology which it says is superior to the competition.
December 09 , 2020

Pixofarm sets sights on southern hemisphere with apple crop monitoring and forecast solutions

Austrian-based Pixofarm has developed an app that uses advanced image processing technology to analyze photos taken in the field on a smartphone and then share that information with a dashboard.
December 07 , 2020

Clarifruit's automated QC solution provides big benefits for both suppliers and retailers

An Israeli-based start-up says it can significantly reduce food waste, cut costs and increase profits with its automatic quality control (QC) and data analytics solutions.
December 02 , 2020