Apple news archive – Page 11
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NewsProspects high for Pink Lady this apple campaign
While total apple volumes from Europe are down this season, Pink Lady expects production to grow by 5 per cent, with quality set to maintain the brand’s high standards
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NewsOlympic Food Group changes name to Fruitful Ventures
Group aims to convey ‘adventurous’ character and distinguish own identity from that of its subsidiaries, which include Olympic Fruit
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News‘Options limited’ for importers as US port strike continues
Suppliers and distributors hope for speedy resolution to dispute as shipments are diverted – some to destinations outside country
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NewsSoluna apple shows promise in Asia, as production expands
The first batch of Soluna apples grown in Europe is expected to be exported to Asia this year, while Australian volumes are forecast to grow by 15 per cent, as momentum builds for the brand in the region
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NewsDutch consultancy Delphy sold to Royal Peterson Control Union
Specialist in food and flowers, which plays a key role in the fresh produce industry, to become part of Peterson Projects and Solutions
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NewsCraigmore finalises purchase of Mr Apple orchards
Sale set to increase Craigmore’s apple portfolio to almost 700ha
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NewsFraich’Force campaign back for fortnight of promotions
Fraich’Force has returned with a campaign on TV, online and at in-person field events from 1 October until 30 November, encouraging people to try, or to rediscover, fresh fruits and vegetables
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NewsTaste research to set new standard for apples, says FruitMasters
Dutch cooperative FruitMasters has launched a new taste guide with the aim of standardising the apple assortment on shelves
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NewsPort strike to hit US East Coast for first time since 1977
First shutdown of East Coast and Gulf Coast import-export hubs for almost 50 years expected to hamper fruit trade flows
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NewsThe Hot Climate Partnership unveils new early-season apple Stellar
Stellar is the second variety from the partnership following the release of Tutti in 2023
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NewsAsiafruit Indonesia edition out now
Exclusive interviews with outgoing WAC president Todd Fryhover and Foodhall’s head of fresh merchandise, Agus Lawi, plus features on Indonesia, apples, grapes, citrus and more
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NewsAgroFresh launches ‘more convenient’ ethylene control solution
Harvista Mix aimed at fruit growers that need to apply growth regulator without specialist equipment
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NewsKissabel returns with new-season campaigns across US and Europe
Worldwide Fruit’s commercial director Hannah McIlfatrick describes apple range as “unique” and “truly different”
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NewsStatistics Handbook highlights growth in intra-Asia trade
Asiafruit Statistics Handbook 2024 underlines how China’s surging demand for tropical fruit is driving the intra-Asia trade
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NewsBlue Whale says Candine ready to pack
The first Candine apples of the season are ready for packing, according to Blue Whale’s Mehdi Benaissia, who says the variety is perfect for the Asian market
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NewsAustralian association pitches apples as ‘guilt-free’ snack
New campaign called No Snackgrets wants more consumers to see apples as a healthy product to eat between meals
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NewsT&G Global confirms it will close apple coldstore
Facility on New Zealand’s South Island is now surplus to requirements, company tells local newspaper
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NewsUS could ‘run out of bananas’ as port strike looms
Major disruption to imports expected if port workers’ union follows up on threat to take industrial action from 1 October
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NewsLidl and Tesco celebrate British apple success
Supermarkets have been ackowledged by the trade for their strong sales performance
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NewsSpain’s fresh produce exports rise in 2024
Fruit and vegetable exports increase in volume and value through January-July, while the country also imports more fresh produce