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NewsPoor weather delays California cherry season
Industry expects decreased volumes across Bing and Coral production
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NewsJoybee Fruits to expand Zespri’s reach in Vietnam
JWM Asia and An Minh form joint venture to become a new distribution partner for Zespri in the Vietnam market
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NewsBig names in business gather at Fresh Produce Vietnam
Leading executives from Fresh Del Monte, Vinafruit, Joy Wing Mau Asia, Goodfarmer and Blue Whale to meet in Ho Chi Minh City for Fruitnet’s new event on the booming Vietnam market
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NewsMexican avocado season showing signs of an early finish
Lower than expected volumes have growers “reaching ahead” to supply additional fruit
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NewsCalifornia contends with small-size navels
Exporters prepare for a slow season after the hottest summer in history has put fruit diameter at the smallest measured size in two decades
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NewsAnother bumper crop expected for Washington apples
Despite initial forecasts, mid-season packouts have 2024/25 crop at 134.6mn cartons – just under 2023/24’s second largest in history which had growers barely breaking even
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NewsStellar line-up for Fresh Produce India
India’s premier business event is back in Mumbai on 3-4 April with an exciting line-up of top speakers, unique experiences and first-rate networking opportunities
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NewsFruit symbols: unpacking the cultural significance of gifting fruit
David Smith, China general manager, Bloom Fresh During the Spring Festival, traditions form the heart of the holidays and celebrations. For me, the ritual begins with a drive in our little Toyota Rav4 to Shanghai’s wholesale market. The final days before New Year’s Eve are pure chaos ...
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NewsChina eyes growth for Lunar New Year
Unwavering demand for high-quality, high-value products is set to drive growth despite economic caution as the Lunar New Year approaches
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NewsAsiafruit Knowledge Centre: Breeders break down the future of fruit
Leading breeders discussed what the future holds for varietal innovation and how new offerings will meet the needs of growers and consumers at Asiafruit Congress
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NewsSummit in Chile sets the scene
Members of the Chilean and international fresh produce business came together to network and take in insightful discussions in Santiago
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NewsAsian markets can consume more cherries
China and other markets in Asia have the capacity to absorb surge in Chilean cherry volumes, says JWM Asia’s GM of trade, Danny Guo. But he cites quality control, channel diversification and targeted marketing as key to success
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NewsAsiafruit Knowledge Centre: Could Asia’s berry boom move beyond China?
A panel of experts discussed the rapidly growing category at Asiafruit Congress 2024 as the China-based berry industry prepares to penetrate surrounding markets
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NewsAsiafruit Knowledge Centre: Vietnam’s import market matures
Shifts in retail and consumer preferences open up new opportunities for fresh produce suppliers
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NewsAsiafruit Knowledge Centre: Data is key for Asiafruit Showcase presenters
Audiences at this year’s Asiafruit Showcase stage received insights from AgroFresh, Rijk Zwaan, Sekoya Fruit, Guangzhou Jiangnan Fruit and Vegetable Wholesale Market, Shanghai Huizhan, Copeland and Shanghai Jiaogeini Industrial Development
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NewsCA grape season ends on positive note
Persistent high heat throughout July has industry expecting 10-15 per cent lower volumes than CTGA estimate of 94.4mn cartons, but heavier than normal late-season varieties could push number closer to 90mn
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NewsAsiafruit Knowledge Centre: Understanding the Asian market
The vast and diverse Asian consumer market provides plentiful opportunities for the fresh produce trade, despite various challenges
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NewsExtreme heat and heavy fruit set curb growth potential for California navels
Heat wave in San Joaquin Valley has kept fruit size small this season, resulting in only a forecast 2 per cent increase in cartons on last season
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NewsAsiafruit Knowledge Centre: Asia’s high-tech farming trajectory
A panel of experts discussed what lies ahead for controlled environment agriculture in Asia at Asiafruit Business Forum
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NewsAsiafruit Knowledge Centre: Marketers must work smarter in tougher conditions
Despite the challenging economic climate in Asia, market opportunities abound for fresh produce brands if they can better understand and target consumers