Carl Collen
Carl Collen is deputy editor of Eurofruit, news editor of Americafruit and news journalist on Asiafruit. He joined the Market Intelligence team in May 2007, having studied broadcast journalism at university.
Since joining the company, Carl has reported extensively on news developments all along the international fresh produce supply chain, travelling from Berlin to Brazil in search of the latest stories from the world of fresh produce.
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- +44 20 7501 3703
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- +44 20 7501 0306
- Email:
- carl@fruitnet.com
- News
Maersk inaugurates new Rotterdam facility
Company says its new cross dock warehouse in Rotterdam will speed up European supply chains
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Polish cherries head to domestic market
Country remains mainly an importer of the fruit with local production stable
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First-quarter results success for Dole
A strong operational performance across all segments drives revenue and net income growth at the group
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Del Monte reveals Inside Out 2 campaign
Characters from the Disney and Pixar film will feature on stickers across select Del Monte products
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Del Monte announces Kenyan biofertiliser partnership
Partnering with Vellsam Materias Bioactivas on fruit residues, Del Monte says the new plant marks an initial step in biofertiliser production
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Taste tops the agenda at Global Tomato Congress
The two-day event, taking place in The Hague, opened with an overview of the global tomato business and a focus on consumer preferences
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Polish growers cooperate with scientists on horticultural innovation
Horticulture of the Future Cluster aims to provide a platform for the implementation of innovative technologies on Polish farms
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Oppy welcomes apple crop
The group’s supply covers a range of varieties and spans Washington, New Zealand, South Africa and Chile
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Shopper activiations to drive US blueberry sales
USHBC launches new retail shopper activations to boost blueberry sales, a programme that includes partnerships with over a dozen retailers nationwide
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Food Freshly highlights preservation solution
Group is supporting the Italian food industry through its nature-based shelf-life solution for key vegetable ingredients
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Ukrainian blueberries show growth potential
Andriy Yarmak says that the country’s production and exports could increase if enough labour is available to pick the crop
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“Solid” results for Ahold Delhaize
Net sales climb through the first quarter of the year while operating income drops off slightly
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USHBC announces pickleball partnership
US Highbush Blueberry Council and Major League Pickleball team up to increase blueberry consumption and fuel healthy, active lifestyles
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Oppy unveils proprietary blueberry varieties
Collaboration with G&M Farms sees the introduction of new pink blueberry brands Pink Cosmo and Hunkaberry
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Support offered to black citrus growers in Eastern Cape
A new R1.2m agreement will support the commercialisation prospects of black citrus producers and break down export barriers
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Banana sales and costs hit Del Monte's net income
Sales and net income both fell during the opening quarter of the year when compared with 2023
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Sakata stands out
Group continues to showcase its commitment to leading in tomato breeding through innovation, offering a diverse range of products
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Del Monte collaboration researches bioactive compounds of fruit residues
Partnership with University of Granada comes after initial research into the effectiveness of bioactive compounds of fruit residues in medical and non-medical uses yields promising results
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Capespan announces change in leadership
Managing director Tonie Fuchs has resigned, and will be replaced by Charl du Bois in August
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Sunkist highlights start of California Star Ruby grapefruit season
National Display contest in the US this July will look to help retailers boost the grapefruit category by promoting flavour and health benefits