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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- News
Potato gene editing research project announced
UK-based TuberGene project aims to harness the power of gene editing to address supply chain challenges
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Bayer pilots generative AI tool for agriculture
System has been trained by Bayer agronomists and proprietary data to benefit farmers, agronomic advisors, and other industry users
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Dole completes Progressive Produce sale
The group’s 65 per cent equity stake has been sold to Arable Capital, completing a deal first announced in February
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Good start to 2024 for Mission Produce
Group reveals improved year-on-year results for the opening fiscal quarter of 2024, with revenue climbing 21 per cent
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Freshfel warns of “unnecessary controls” on European produce in the UK
Association urges caution over the impact on EU-UK trade of Defra’s proposed risk reclassification and inspection rates for EU fresh produce imports
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Moleaer launches Trinity Nanobubble Generator
New technology represents a ”game-changer” for growers looking to improve sustainability and productivity in their operations, the group says
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Rockit launches Ramadan campaign
As the spiritual month of Ramadan begins in the Middle East, Rockit is celebrating with a new campaign in stores across the GCC countries
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Hazera-developed radish wins Dutch award
AH Snack Vegetable Radish Mix named as one of the products of the year in the Dutch Consumer Election
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Dole says yearly results were “very strong”
Carl McCann confirms 2023 saw “positive developments” with growth in revenue and adjusted EBITDA
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Syngenta and Emerald Seed Company sign licensing agreement
Syngenta said that the move strengthened its portfolio in onion seeds globally and was “essential for the benefit of all stakeholders”
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Dole announces sale of Progressive Produce
Fresh produce group sells 65 per cent equity stake to PTF Holdings, part of Arable Capital Partners
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Port International strengthens Spanish citrus partnership
Agrícola Valenciana is now Port’s Spanish exclusive partner for citrus, as the newest member of its Exclusive Partner Programme
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Del Monte reports on overall net loss for 2023
Despite year-on-year drop in net income and sales, Mohammed Abu-Ghazaleh says the group is ”pleased with many aspects” of its 2023 results
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LBP Rotterdam stays ahead of the curve
The Dutch logistics group continues to seek out new opportunities, seeing great potential in areas such as Turkey and Colombia while also diversifying further with the launch of a cargo service operation
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Positive forecast for Zespri growers
Dan Mathieson says the group is reaping the rewards of efforts to lift quality and reduce costs, as well as strong consumer demand
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Greenyard sees third quarter sales growth
Group says its Q3 fresh sales increased 11.5 per cent year-on-year, supported by “healthy volume growth”
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Sekoya highlights Egyptian blueberry opportunities
A special event held ahead of Fruit Logistica showcased the growth potential for blueberries globally and the advantages Egypt offered the market as a supplier
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Aldi cuts prices on a quarter of its UK fruit and veg range
Price drop is the biggest round of cuts Aldi has announced so far this year in the UK, with more than 50 items falling in price
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Syngenta inaugurates expanded Spanish breeding facility
Almeria-based global breeding innovation centre plays a “critical role” in bringing high-quality vegetable seeds to growers
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Sorma solutions help ease labour worries
In an age of worker shortages, automated solutions like Sorma’s box filling robot are not only helping to make up the shortfall, but are also improving overall efficiency