Apple news archive
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NewsSouth African industry responds to Port of Cape Town’s lowly ranking
South Africa’s fresh fruit export organisations have expressed strategic concerns after Cape Town port was ranked last globally
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NewsSouth Africa risks losing India apple advantage without tariff reform
India remains a key growth market for South African apples and pears, but industry leaders warn the country risks losing its competitive edge
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NewsWarakirri acquires 250ha Cobram orchard assets
Agricultural investor will lease farms to new partner DiOrsa Farms, a merged entity controlled by the Diaco and Orsida families
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NewsRockit secures significant PVR enforcement win in China
Court found an unauthorised nursery and grower operation had been producing, propagating and selling the PremA96 apple variety without a licence
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NewsSouth Africa’s Flash Gala apples hit record volumes
Premium volumes surge as growers overcome challenges and expand plantings, with over 80 per cent of orchards now at maturity
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NewsEuropean apple and pear producers reject new EU plant protection rules
French, Italian and Spanish growers say the proposed Omnibus Regulation poses a risk to the future of the sector
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NewsCPMA warns trade tensions threaten North America’s food security
Fresh produce industry body calls for protection of tariff-free trade ahead of CUSMA review
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NewsSoluna Australian apples launch in mainland China
Partnership with Joy Wing Mau and Riverking Group opens a new chapter for premium imported apples
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NewsRecord export outlook for New Zealand apple and pear sector
Productivity increases to help mitigate ongoing cost pressures
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NewsBrazilian producers target India’s booming import market
Delegation of avocado, lime and apple growers travelled to the Asian country to meet with importers and retailers
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NewsLegendary Fruit buys Gebbers Farms to expand apple and cherry offer
Acquisition creates one of Washington’s largest suppliers, with rights to premium varieties including SugarBee and Rockit
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NewsOddbox releases third ‘wonky’ gin with Penrhos Spirits
Veg box scheme’s third tie-up with farm-made craft gin brand uses out of spec apples and imperfect fennel and lemon to capitalise on summer spritz trend
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NewsFruit breeder CIV expands into South Asia
Italian group joins forces with India’s Qul Fruits to establish protected variety management platform
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NewsRockit and Freco sign five-year partnership in Hong Kong
Exclusive distribution agreement aims to more than double sales volumes in Rockit’s second-largest market over the next five years
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NewsTru-Cape celebrates 25 years of apple and pear leadership
Leading South African apple and pear exporter Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing is celebrating its 25th anniversary
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NewsAustralian horticulture accelerates push into Asia
Hort Innovation spotlights suite of export-focused initiatives to boost export growth for Australian fresh produce growers
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NewsApple season underway for Australia’s Montague Farms
Australian producer celebrates new season Envy and yello apples with range of chef developed recipes
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NewsScales reports positive apple sales despite lower packout rate
New Zealand company, which owns Mr Apple and most of Fern Ridge Fresh, reconfirms profit forecast for 2026
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NewsOrganic apple demand continues to grow, says Italian supplier
Research suggests organic fruit market continues to offer strong growth opportunities across Europe