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Marketing
Zespri begins tweeting in EuropeSubscribers onlyZespri begins tweeting in Europe
Company embraces social media in Europe as NZ season begins, with Spanish Twitter feed and Facebook pages for key markets
Retail & Distribution
Profits dip at Marks & SpencerProfits dip at Marks & Spencer
UK retailer posts a drop in pre-tax profits in its annual results, while denying claims of a cheaper tax operation
Production & Trade
Pakistan fixes mango export startSubscribers onlyPakistan fixes mango export start
Mango exports are due to start on 25 May, with volumes expected to exceed last year's
Comment & Analysis
Berry event leaves business buzzingBerry event leaves business buzzing
Excitement about the potential future development of the category was palpable at Global Berry Congress 2013
People
Louis Kriel to leave CapespanLouis Kriel to leave Capespan
Long-serving chief executive of Capespan's fruit division is to leave the group at the end of June
Transport & Logistics
Univeg Portugal adds new DCSubscribers onlyUniveg Portugal adds new DC
Company targets faster delivery times for fresh produce supplied to its customers in the north of the country
Packaging & Technology
Co-op reveals packaging innovationCo-op reveals packaging innovation
Retailer's own-brand Truly Irresistible vine tomatoes will be the first to adopt the new packaging
Features
Video: Ethical trade in South AfricaVideo: Ethical trade in South Africa
FPJ and Eurofruit reporter Thomas Hobbs visited South Africa's Western Cape for a closer look into the social efforts of its fruit producers.
Popular news
- 1Louis Kriel to leave Capespan
- 2Total Produce confirms target
- 3Subscribers onlyPakistan fixes mango export start
- 4Subscribers onlyEcuador losing market share
- 5Subscribers onlyPolish fruit crops hit by hailstorm
- 6Gulf consumers lose confidence
- 7Profits dip at Marks & Spencer
- 8Subscribers onlyUniveg Portugal adds new DC
- 9Kiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoing
- 10Qatar identifies leading fresh produce suppliers
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Featured news
Marketing
Zespri promotes kiwifruit in IndiaZespri promotes kiwifruit in India
With the arrival of New Zealand kiwifruit, Zespri markets its numerous health benefits to local consumers
Retail & Distribution
Bharti Walmart hires anti-corruption authorityBharti Walmart hires anti-corruption authority
Appointment of Ritika Ratti as senior director for anticorruption in India in midst of internal investigation
Production & Trade
Taiwan hopes for good mango seasonSubscribers onlyTaiwan hopes for good mango season
Taiwanese growers are crossing their fingers for favourable weather as the mango season kicks off
Comment & Analysis
Berry event leaves business buzzingBerry event leaves business buzzing
Excitement about the potential future development of the category was palpable at Global Berry Congress 2013
People
Louis Kriel to leave CapespanLouis Kriel to leave Capespan
Long-serving chief executive of Capespan's fruit division is to leave the group at the end of June
Transport & Logistics
Kiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoingKiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoing
Organisation looking at kiwifruit marketer's controversial dual invoicing system practices in China
Production & Trade
Pakistan fixes mango export startSubscribers onlyPakistan fixes mango export start
Mango exports are due to start on 25 May, with volumes expected to exceed last year's
Events
Fruit Logistica campaign gets underwayFruit Logistica campaign gets underway
Leading fresh produce industry show will employ direct marketing and advertising while also having a presence at various global events
Popular news
- 1Louis Kriel to leave Capespan
- 2Subscribers onlyTaiwan hopes for good mango season
- 3Bharti Walmart hires anti-corruption authority
- 4Subscribers onlyPakistan fixes mango export start
- 5Subscribers onlyEcuador losing market share
- 6Subscribers onlyAsia embraces Chilean KiwiKiss
- 7Australia boosts Chinese grape exports
- 8Draft kiwifruit genome assembled
- 9Kiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoing
- 10Qatar identifies leading fresh produce suppliers
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Featured news
Retail & Distribution
BJ's Wholesale opts for FoodLinkBJ's Wholesale opts for FoodLink
FoodLink's buying platform is to be leveraged to assist in the sourcing and purchasing of fresh produce
Retail & Distribution
Slight improvement in Walmart's resultsSlight improvement in Walmart's results
Retail behemoth sees net sales and income grow through the first quarter, with CEO Mike Duke confident over future performance
Production & Trade
Angélys appear in North AmericaAngélys appear in North America
Giumarra will offer a new exclusive pear variety from New Zealand to North American consumers this summer
Comment & Analysis
Berry event leaves business buzzingBerry event leaves business buzzing
Excitement about the potential future development of the category was palpable at Global Berry Congress 2013
People
Louis Kriel to leave CapespanLouis Kriel to leave Capespan
Long-serving chief executive of Capespan's fruit division is to leave the group at the end of June
Transport & Logistics
Kiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoingKiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoing
Organisation looking at kiwifruit marketer's controversial dual invoicing system practices in China
Packaging & Technology
Profit remains flat at LandecProfit remains flat at Landec
Food packaging company sees revenue climb during the third quarter of fiscal 2013
Events
United Fresh donates produceUnited Fresh donates produce
Over 14 tonnes of fresh produce donations have been gathered from the convention floor and sent to Feeding America
Popular news
- 1Louis Kriel to leave Capespan
- 2Total Produce confirms target
- 3Oppy adds new personnel
- 4United Fresh donates produce
- 5Angélys appear in North America
- 6Subscribers onlyPakistan fixes mango export start
- 7Subscribers onlyEcuador losing market share
- 8Recall programme to aid industry
- 9BJ's Wholesale opts for FoodLink
- 10US braced for Mexican avo push
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Marketing
Woolworths launches airport grocery collectionWoolworths launches airport grocery collection
Service allows travellers to order groceries online and collect them at Melbourne airport
Retail & Distribution
Valleyfresh sets up in SydneySubscribers onlyValleyfresh sets up in Sydney
Major Australian fresh produce importer and distributor to open Sydney-based operation on 1 June
Production & Trade
Kiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoingKiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoing
Organisation looking at kiwifruit marketer's controversial dual invoicing system practices in China
Comment & Analysis
Berry event leaves business buzzingBerry event leaves business buzzing
Excitement about the potential future development of the category was palpable at Global Berry Congress 2013
People
Louis Kriel to leave CapespanLouis Kriel to leave Capespan
Long-serving chief executive of Capespan's fruit division is to leave the group at the end of June
Packaging & Technology
Seven Fields upgrades citrus packing faciltySeven Fields upgrades citrus packing facilty
To keep pace with increased citrus production Seven Fields has invested in a major upgrade to one of its packing facilities
Transport & Logistics
Mærsk enjoys shipping boostMærsk enjoys shipping boost
Danish group delivers lower profit but does enjoy a stronger first quarter for its Maersk Line division
Events
Auckland students learn about agriculture careersAuckland students learn about agriculture careers
'Food and You Careers Experience Day' to educate students on opportunities in the industry
Popular news
- 1Louis Kriel to leave Capespan
- 2Kiwifruit growers' Zespri inquiry ongoing
- 3Mærsk enjoys shipping boost
- 4Australia battles dual pest outbreaks
- 5Woolworths launches airport grocery collection
- 6Finalists announced for Marketer of the Year Award
- 7Delica founders depart T&G
- 8Auckland students learn about agriculture careers
- 9Fruit Logistica campaign gets underway
- 10Subscribers onlyItalian kiwifruit suffers Psa setback
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Retail & Distribution
M&S loses Interflora court caseM&S loses Interflora court case
Upmarket retailer loses a dispute over the use of the Interflora trademark online
Transport & Logistics
Mærsk enjoys shipping boostMærsk enjoys shipping boost
Danish group delivers lower profit but does enjoy a stronger first quarter for its Maersk Line division
Packaging & Technology
Tong Peal talks up new polisherTong Peal talks up new polisher
Machinery manufacturer introduces virtually maintenance-free equipment for veg packhouses
Comment & Analysis
Chris Redfern: Yen slumps to the bottom of currency tableSubscribers onlyChris Redfern: Yen slumps to the bottom of currency table
Moneycorp's Chris Redfern rounds up the latest developments on the international currency markets
Convenience
Bakkavör bounces back in Q1Bakkavör bounces back in Q1
Prepared food specialist swings to a profit in the opening quarter after registering a loss last year
Food Safety & Certification
New study to combat brassica diseasesNew study to combat brassica diseases
A new collaborative research programme will look at how to improve the natural defence organisms of brassica crops
Fairtrade & CSR
Campaigners call for Fairtrade smallholder supportCampaigners call for Fairtrade smallholder support
Supporters deliver petition to Downing Street calling for more G8 backing for smallholder farmers
Packaging & Technology
Fourayes makes £1.3m tech investmentSubscribers onlyFourayes makes £1.3m tech investment
The UK's largest fruit processor has announced a £1.3 million investment in technology
Popular news
- 1Louis Kriel to leave Capespan
- 2Subscribers onlyJubilee strawberries set for bumper crop
- 3Subscribers onlyBritish Tomato Week gets underway
- 4M&S loses Interflora court case
- 5Total Produce confirms target
- 6New study to combat brassica diseases
- 7Subscribers onlyEcuador losing market share
- 8Hive-star accommodation
- 9Morrisons back in growth
- 10Profits dip at Marks & Spencer
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Featured news
Convenience
Bakkavör bounces back in Q1Bakkavör bounces back in Q1
Prepared food specialist swings to a profit in the opening quarter after registering a loss last year
Marketing
Asia Fruit Logistica 2013 tickets on saleAsia Fruit Logistica 2013 tickets on sale
Visitors can now book at the online ticket shop and save 35 per cent on their tickets to Asia’s leading fresh fruit and vegetable trade show.
Retail & Distribution
Cross-channel venture for WaitroseCross-channel venture for Waitrose
High-end UK retailer signs deal to supply Eurostar with range of food and beverage items
Comment & Analysis
Fresh Convenience adopts new digital strategyFresh Convenience adopts new digital strategy
New online presence for Americafruit, Asiafruit, Eurofruit, Fresh Produce Journal, Fresh Convenience and Produce Plus
Production & Trade
Florette challenges public to create their One Minute WondersFlorette challenges public to create their One Minute Wonders
Bagged-salad giant unveils latest strand of its £5m summer marketing campaign
Packaging & Technology
Amcor and Chiquita win packaging prizeAmcor and Chiquita win packaging prize
Single serve Super Crunchy Fruit Crisps snack is named as the Flexible Pack of the Year at the UK packaging awards
Foodservice
Bakkavör lays Chinese foundationsBakkavör lays Chinese foundations
Fresh prepared specialist eyes Asian expansion as it launches a new farm and factory in the east of the country
Events
Blue Skies wins responsible capitalism awardBlue Skies wins responsible capitalism award
UK supplier honoured for its commercial success and social responsibility
Popular news
- 1Bakkavör bounces back in Q1
- 2Asia Fruit Logistica 2013 tickets on sale
- 3Spanish flavour for Dole offering
- 4Florette challenges public to create their One Minute Wonders
- 5Study espouses blackcurrant benefits
- 6Bonduelle endures drop in turnover
- 7Cross-channel venture for Waitrose
- 8Smoothies offer three of 5 A Day
- 9Bakkavör lays Chinese foundations
- 10Rick Frier named as Chiquita CFO
