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Berlin hosts annual Fruit Logistica

Thursday, 09 February 2017 2:00 PM [ Last Update: Thursday, 09 February 2017 2:00 PM ]

Fruit and vegetables are presented during the opening day of the "Fruit Logistica" trade fair in Berlin on February 8, 2017. (AFP)

The German capital is hosting a leading industry fair to attract people for the global fresh produce trade.

Fruit Logistica has so far attracted over 50,000 visitors from 120 countries. Visitors are able to sample the latest technology of fruits and vegetables from more than 3,000 international exhibitors.

The winner of the fair is chosen by visitors, who are invited to cast their vote for the innovation of the year, on the first two days of the exhibition. Fruit Logistica was launched in 1993 in response to an industry demand and has seen impressive development ever since.