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News updates for Asia’s fresh produce business.
Chiquita and TA Dedicated mark 20-year logistics partnership
Over the past two decades the logistics provider has managed US port-to-retailer transportation, cold chain operations and reverse logistics for Chiquita
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
Dutch and Belgian apple and pear harvest affected by summer drought
Heatwaves have taken their toll on fruit sizing, but Staay remains positive as harvesting gets underway
Tasmanian fruit on the radar in Asia
State’s fruit growers set off to key market Hong Kong for Asia Fruit Logistica
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
Conversations
Fruitbox 116 · Mark Landini, Landini Associates
Sydney-based retail consultant explains 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
Lipman acquires Phoenix fresh-cut firm Farm Fresh
Acquisition is Lipman’s second western-US purchase in recent months
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
DP World confirms closure of freight platform SeaRates
Ex-employees launch new ventures as group closes digital freight marketplace, part of a wider restructuring programme
Brie Reiter Smith succeeds Soren Bjorn as Driscoll’s CEO
Driscoll’s has appointed board vice-chair Smith as its new CEO, with Bjorn set to support the transition and offer strategic guidance
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
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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
New US-Canada tariffs add uncertainty for traders
While fresh produce has not yet been directly caught up in tariffs, the situation is stressful for suppliers on both sides of the border
Logistics visionary Klaus-Michael Kühne dies aged 89
Kuehne+Nagel’s honorary chairman was widely credited with helping to build today’s global supply chains
Limoneira sells Paso Robles vineyard for US$15mn
Proceeds of all-cash sale have been earmarked for debt reduction and avocado acreage expansion
South Africa cuts citrus export forecast again amid mounting seasonal pressures
The CGA has revised its 2026 season export estimates downward to 197.9mn cartons, citing the closure of Middle East trade routes as a major factor
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
Recognition for New Zealand kiwifruit post-harvest sustainability collaboration
Refrigerant decarbonisation project led by a steering group representing Seeka, HumePack, Trevelyan’s and G4 Kiwi Supply
Avocado Collective unveils A$17mn expansion of Manjimup facility
Upgrade increases processing from approximately 30,000 trays to up to 100,000 trays of avocados a day