FRUIT LOGISTICA 2022: Growth through innovation

The nominees for the most coveted international award in the fruit trade have been finalised. A jury consisting of experts from all areas of the value chain has selected the nine most innovative products, services and technical solutions introduced in the market last year. On 5th and 6th April 2022, the first two days of the fair, professional visitors can get an overview of the innovations in a special area in Hall 20 and will then be able to vote for their favourites. Which of the following nominations will be voted as the Innovation of the Year and take home the prestigious ?FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Award? on 7th April 2022? ?Amela Tomato?, Granada La Palma, S.Coop.And., Spain Hall 18, C-01 ? www.amela-tomato.com The Amela tomato is an innovative variety developed in Japan. By reducing irrigation to a minimum, sugars and acids can be concentrated. Amela is distinguished by its high Brix values and high levels of nutrients and amino acids. These provide a fine balance of flavours. Available in sizes between 50 and 140 g. ?Amoresco®?, HM.CLAUSE SAS, France Hall 11.2, B-01 ? www.hmclause.com A unique beta-carotene rich, orange-coloured Romanesco cauliflower with attractive shape, sweetness and flavour. It retains its colour even after cooking, and is available fresh from November to February, although it is also excellent for the frozen food market. ?Flying Autonomous Robots (FARs)??, Tevel Advanced Technologies Ltd, Israel Hall 5.1, B-03 ? www.tevel-tech.com/technology/ Flying autonomous robots, with full six degrees of freedom of orientation, can harvest many different fruits, thus reducing the need for manual picking. The robots? ability to approach each fruit from an optimal position and angle is based on deep artificial intelligence and computer vision. These guarantee harvesting at an optimal stage of ripeness. ?Genap Energy Cover?, Genap B.V., Netherlands Hall 3.2, A-07 ? www.genap.nl The Genap Energy Cover is a unique combination of technologies. They not only form a floating cover for irrigation basins, offering protection against the formation of algae. Their integrated solar panels also generate energy in an environmentally friendly way. ?iStem??, Syngenta Seeds BV, Netherlands Hall 1.2, D-16 ? www.syngentavegetables.com This unique variety of stem cauliflower can be perfectly portioned and eaten either raw or cooked whole. The stem grows to 13 cm and develops another smaller stem together with a number of leaves. The plant is very rich in fibre, and the stem is edible with a sweet, nutty taste. ?Red Crush®?, Gautier Semences, France Hall 1.2, B-18 ? www.gautiersemences.com/international Red Crush® is the first totally red lettuce which is intensely coloured from the outside to the heart. The Red Crush® concept comes in several varieties: a Little Gem with deliciously crunchy leaves, a Mini Cos with delicate, fine red foliage and a slightly sugary taste, and a Multileaf with serrated leaves. ?Schur®Star Eat-Grow-Repeat Bag?, Schur Star Systems GmbH, Germany Hall 9, C-07 ? www.schur.com Vertically oriented pea plants in an organic hemp substrate ?in the bag?. After separating the upper part of the bag, the bottom forms the pot for the plant. After the first harvest, the bag should be placed on a windowsill and given light, water, and a little love. Growth will continue with more peas to be picked - simple, healthy and delicious! ?Sinclair EcoLabel HOME??, Sinclair International Co., Great Britain Hall 4.1, B-08 ? sinclair-intl.com Sinclair Ecolabel HOME? is a first-generation, direct contact, food-safe compostable fruit label for high-speed, automated application. Paper based and plastic free, SEH is independently certified ?OK compost HOME? (OKH-S0728) by TÜV Austria. Available in different sizes. ?Sunions??, BASF Vegetable Seeds Business, Netherlands Hall 1.2, B-20 ? www.nunhems.com The Sunions? variety offers consumers a new way to enjoy onions. They do not bring tears to the eyes when cut and have a mild, sweet taste. And these attributes are maintained even with prolonged storage. Available in nets from 350 to 750 g. But FRUIT LOGISTICA did not roll out the red carpet only for FLIA nominees. ?Lights off, spot on!? is the motto for the premiers and novelties presented as Spotlight. The collection of global, European and trade fair premieres is the easiest way for professional visitors to get an overview of the latest developments in the fruit trade industry. Altogether 27 innovations from eleven countries ? including 13 world premieres ? can be discovered in this year?s Spotlight Overview. About FRUIT LOGISTICA FRUIT LOGISTICA is the leading trade show for the global fresh produce business, and represents the entire value added chain for the fresh produce industry from producer to point of sale. More than 3,300 exhibitors from 91 countries presented their products, services and technical solutions at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2020. Around 73,000 vendors and trade visitors from 135 countries took part in the event. The next FRUIT LOGISTICA will be held in Berlin from 5 to 7 April 2022. About Messe Berlin Berlin has been a trade fair destination for 200 years, and has been one of the most important such hubs for many decades. Messe Berlin ? the state?s own trade fair company ? conceives, markets and organises hundreds of live events every year. It strives to be an outstanding host for visitors at all events, generate optimal business stimuli, and provide fair conditions for everyone. This concept is reflected in the company slogan: Messe Berlin ? Hosting the World.