All Analysis articles – Page 3
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AnalysisAubergines offer consumption hope
Efforts to arrest declining vegetable consumption have largely been futile, but the versatile aubergine offers a way to attract a younger audience
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AnalysisAnalysis: A new era for appetite
Weight loss medication is transforming the food industry, but how can the fresh produce sector make the most of it?
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AnalysisECA demands rethink on funding remote territories
The European Court of Auditors calls for focus on long-term sustainability in EU’s outermost territories to preserve soil and adapt to climate change
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AnalysisAnalysis: Brazil builds fresh export momentum
The country’s fruit exports have grown steadily over the past decade and surged in 2025, as Wayne Prowse reports
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Analysis‘Sustainability now a priority for banana consumers’
Caoimhe Buckley, chief corporate affairs officer at Fyffes, tells Fred Searle about the key trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the global banana industry
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AnalysisAnalysis: Korea’s fruit imports adjust after return of tariffs
Customs data for 2025 reveals sharp declines for bananas, pineapples and mangoes, but mandarin imports surge
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AnalysisEgyptian citrus exports up for UK challenge
Demand for Egyptian citrus has seen a surge to the UK market post-Brexit, but competition from EU suppliers is a resurgent threat
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AnalysisCSIF questions French measure on suspension of imports
The decree proposed by the French government on the suspension of food imports from third countries “contravenes European rules”, according to the French Chamber of Fruit and Vegetable Importers
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AnalysisIsraeli potato exports on the decline
The potato sector in Israel has been hit by the impact of war as well as improvements in post-harvest treatments in Europe, leading to a drop in exports
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AnalysisTaking control: analysing the FPJ Big 50 Companies 2026
The biggest companies in UK fresh produce supply are doing all they can to make their businesses resilient and ready for growth
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AnalysisAnalysis: Dole campaign reflects branding shift for fresh produce
Company’s focus on brand awareness in France marks pivotal shift in European fresh produce sector, according to Paris-based analyst
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AnalysisChina’s fruit import volumes surge but value growth slows
Wayne Prowse provides an update on Asia’s biggest market, where total import volumes are up sharply on last year, driven by bananas and cherries
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AnalysisAnalysis: Seeded grapes ‘almost completely disappearing’
Dutch industry organisation GroentenFruit Huis says imports into the Netherlands have grown by 40 per cent in past decade
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AnalysisIGD warns UK food industry faces "make-or-break" 2026
IGD’s latest Economic Viewpoint report warns that UK food and drink businesses must prepare for a volatile environment in 2026
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AnalysisAnalysis: Health will become ‘a lifestyle aim’
Healthy lifestyles, affordability and leadership on sustainabilty among key 2026 trends forecast for UK shoppers and grocery retail, according to IGD
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AnalysisIs the divide in the tomato market destined to widen?
Faced with new challenges, some foresee the increasing commoditisation of fresh tomatoes, despite continued success for premium varieties
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AnalysisNew biosecurity leadership collaboration to protect cherry and summerfruit growers
Five-year project will see a dedicated biosecurity resource provide on-the-ground support in upholding biosecurity best management practices
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AnalysisCan varietal diversity shore up profitability of Peruvian exports?
New analysis from Fresh Fruit Peru suggests more varietal segmentation will protect exporters against growing price volatility
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AnalysisCosmic Crisp shoots for the stars in Australia
Red Rich Fruits CEO Matthew Palise expects Cosmic Crisp to maintain momentum in its second season after demand for the latest addition to Australia’s apple category outstripped supply
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AnalysisUS Northwest pear industry set for production rebound in 2025/26
After several seasons of reduced volumes, Oregon and Washington pear growers anticipate significant production increase and export growth