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IFPA welcomes Trump’s removal of Brazilian fruit tariffs
The International Fresh Produce Association has welcomed the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate tariffs on Brazilian agricultural imports, including tropical fruits, saying the move will help maintain affordability for American consumers
Laos longan and durian gain access to China
New agreements follow a series of initiatives between the countries to improve Laos growing techniques
University of Minnesota launches grower-focused fruit licensing model
The University of Minnesota has launched Superior Fruit Innovations, a new licensing model designed to bring premium apple and grape varieties to direct-market growers of all sizes for the first time
South African table grape industry responds to US tariff adjustments
The South African Table Grape Industry has welcomed recent US tariff reductions on agricultural products but expressed disappointment that table grapes and other key fruit exports were excluded from the exemptions
Camposol opens new biofactory for blueberry plant production
Peruvian agribusiness giant Camposol has opened a new 2,000m2 biofactory at its Chao facility in Virú, with capacity to produce up to 5mn blueberry plants annually using advanced biotechnology
Conversations
Fruitbox 116 · Mark Landini, Landini Associates
Sydney-based retail consultant returns to Fruitnet’s podcast series to explain how supermarkets can reconnect with customers through better design, storytelling, and a renewed focus on food
Fruitbox 113 · Franka Rodriguez, Aldi South Group
Franka talks to Chris White about the extension of Aldi South Group’s ethical sourcing model into avocados, with more categories on the horizon
Fruitbox 112 · Daniel Sauvaitre, Interfel
Chris and Daniel look at global trade policy and its impact on the fruit and vegetable business
Zespri raises 2025/26 forecast with record per-hectare returns
Zespri has upgraded its November forecast for the 2025/26 season, with per-tray returns increasing across all fruit groups and record per-hectare returns now projected
Two iconic New Zealand apple varieties mark 40 years
Scifresh and Scilate, marketed as Jazz and Envy, were first developed by scientists at the Bioeconomy Science Institute in 1985
Avocados take centre stage during US holiday season
Strong demand and value pricing see avocado sales rise
Coming soon: Asiafruit Lunar New Year edition
As markets across Asia gear up for the Year of the Horse in 2026, Asiafruit’s Lunar New Year edition brings you everything you need to know ahead of this peak period on Asia’s fresh produce trade calendar
Flash Gala turns heads in China market
Leading South African exporters say the branded apple has changed the way retailers look at apples
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IFPA welcomes Trump administration tariff exemptions for fresh produce
The International Fresh Produce Association has welcomed the Trump administration’s announcement of new tariff exemptions for goods not produced domestically in sufficient quantities, saying the move will help keep fruits and vegetables affordable
South Africa leads fresh produce branding transformation
ClemenGold International and Flash Gala are emerging as compelling case studies in how strategic branding can transform fresh produce marketing, moving beyond traditional commodity sales to build premium brand recognition in global markets
South African citrus industry welcomes US decision to remove tariffs on oranges
CGA CEO says the new exemption is “great news” and calls for an extention to include the country’s mandarin exports
Trump drops tariffs on range of fruits
Bananas, avocados, tomatoes and oranges among multiple fruits to gain relief as US president rolls back reciprocal tariffs on more than 100 agricultural products
Calavo Growers announces CEO Lee Cole retirement in December
Calavo Growers has announced that president and CEO Lee Cole will retire on 8 December, with former CFO and current board member John Lindeman set to succeed him in the top role
Spanish F&V exports to China plummet
Drop is largely due the decline in shipments of oranges, plums and mandarins
Philippines announces government aid for banana industry
Department of Agriculture unveils package of interventions to fight spread of Panama disease and boost exports
Oppy’s John Anderson inducted into Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame
Oppy chairman and CEO John Anderson has been inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame, recognising his extraordinary impact on Canada’s agriculture and food industry over five decades
South African stonefruit sector optimistic for strong season
South African producers are optimistic for a strong stonefruit season on the back of increased production, favourable weather and improvements to address long-running logistical issues
Hapag-Lloyd EBITDA falls to US$2.8bn for first nine months of 2025
German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd has reported a decline in earnings for the first nine months of 2025, with group EBITDA falling to US$2.8bn from US$3.592bn in the previous year, despite strong transport volume growth driven by its new Gemini network