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Essential stories, analysis and research from Asia’s fresh produce markets, with a focus on imports, retail, wholesale, marketing, and consumers.
Fresh produce prices fall but growers face mounting cost pressures
Australian Inflation data shows prices are declining, but QFVG says rising costs and supply chain imbalances are pushing producers to the brink
One week to go until Asia Fruit Logistica
The global fresh produce community prepares to meet in Hong Kong for Asia’s leading industry trade show
US apple export trend underlines importance of Canada and Mexico
Industry’s dependence on two closest neighbours comes into sharp focus as USApple’s new-season forecast is unveiled
Sun World unveils two new table grape brands
Company says Summer Blush and Flavorcrush will fill gaps in terms of both novelty and availability for consumers
TPC buys leading Malaysian distributor Euro-Atlantic
Multinational company Tsao Pao Chee says acquisition will bolster its Food Systems division, with Euro-Atlantic continuing to operate under established brand
Natural Delights enters strong 2026/27 Medjool date crop
Leading US Medjool date brand has been investing in the category and will employ an expanded marketing programme this season
Visy launches plastic-free automated labelling system
Proprietary overclose labelling system secures punnets with cardboard flaps and paper labels
US blueberry industry votes to continue USHBC work
The US Highbush Blueberry Council has secured its future after producers and importers voted in favour of continuing the marketing body
Bravo expands protection as Australian partners extend world-first origin verification programme
Fruit West Cooperative and Source Certain add additional five years to original partnership timeline
Tru-Cape makes fruit more engaging through digital storytelling
From interactive games and children’s entertainment to apple and pear masterclasses, a new digital platform is building connections with consumers
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Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: EMEA
Asia Fruit Logistica continues to be a meeting point for suppliers and service providers from Europe, the Middle East and Africa, to showcase their vast array of brands, products and services to businesses in Asia and beyond
Camposol supports new berry brand with strong early shipments
Company’s Peruvian blueberry exports to China have increased sixfold over the first seven weeks of the season
Pinnacle Fresh launches Citrus Moon
Following the success of its Dracula Citrus brand, the Australian citrus marketer will enter China and Taiwan this season with a new brand
Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: Australasia
Australia and New Zealand remain key suppliers to the Asia market for premium fresh produce across an array of categories. This year will see exhibitors from the region showcasing local industries, brands, marketing efforts and company restructures all aimed at serving Asia’s thriving markets
CMI Orchards apple season launches with production growth
A strong crop set to support CMI’s consumer marketing programmes
Oppy extends Happy Berry brand to premium blueberries
North American fresh produce group Oppy is extending its consumer-facing Happy Berry brand into blueberries for the first time
Australian horticulture opens new channels into China’s tier-two cities with trade mission
Nine peak industry bodies and nine leading exporters complete an eight-day, four-city programme backed by Austrade’s Accessing New Markets Initiative
Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 exhibitor preview: Asia
Growers, packers, shippers, and technology providers from all corners of Asia will promote their latest developments, smart solutions, and new products in Hong Kong this year to target expanded business horizons
Oppy and AC Foods bring Australian-grown Sumo Citrus to Canada
Fresh produce companies launch first programme together, offering Canadian retailers and consumers an expanded seasonal window
TopFruit launches standalone Greenhouse Creative Brand Studio
TopFruit has transformed its in-house marketing unit into Greenhouse Creative Brand Studio, a wholly owned but independently operating agency