Industry analysis from Eurofruit
Analysis and insight for the European fresh produce business.
Avocados remain a ‘globally popular super fruit’
New Rabobank market trend report highlights ongoing supply and demand growth
Five trends that will shape the apple business
Comment: Several factors play an important role in making fresh apples even more popular with consumers
Europe’s fresh produce trade: five key insights
Published this week, Fruit Logistica’s latest European Statistics Handbook is free to download
GPG analyses latest trends in raspberries
Jamie Petchell showcases GPG/James Hutton's offer and looks at how the industry might develop in future
Sector must act to fill consumption gap
Freshfel Europe has launched the latest version of its Consumption Monitor
Conversations
Fruitbox 93 · Carlos Bonet & José Vottero, Fresh Fruit-X
Carlos and José speak with Chris about tapping into the potential of the Asian market as the engine of the planet shifts to the east
Fruitbox 92 · Russell Allwell, Driscoll’s Europe
As the world’s largest berry marketer continues to grow, what opportunities exist to increase sales of fresh berries further?
Fruitbox 91 · Yuyuh Sukmana, Vanguard International
Vanguard’s Yuyuh Sukmana speaks with Chris White about the prospects for South-East Asia
Transport trouble for Moroccan exporters
Two leading fruit exporters say they have adapted their operations to cope with some major logistical challenges
Are we turning the corner with Aldi banana price rise?
Banana Link's Alistair Smith looks at the implications of Aldi’s decision to increase the box price of bananas in 2022
Report reveals grower concerns about greenwashing
CEA Global Census finds that majority think industry is susceptible to excessive and untrue claims around sustainability
Marketing term easy peeler is 'too generic'
Citrus marketers call for more focus on quality of individual varieties, as well as category's nutritional benefits
WCO releases NH citrus forecast
Overall volumes are expected to fall slightly in 2021/22, with orange and soft citrus numbers down
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Resilience needed for berry trade to thrive
Experts at Global Berry Congress focus on need to overcome big challenges so berry category growth can continue
World still fails to eat enough fruit and veg
WFVD2021: Global alliance identifies lack of government support for 5 a Day campaigns as obstacle to healthier eating
Organics "part of the solution"
A key takeaway from the Organic Food Conference was the European Commissioner for Agriculture's recognition of the role of organics in fighting climate change
Climate justice requires urgent action
Fair Trade groups demand better access to climate funding for smallholders, increased private sector transparency and stronger environmental regulations
Spain's non-European exports slide
Logistical issues and Covid-19 pandemic hurt volumes and value in opening half of 2021
Spanish imports continue to rise
First half of 2021 sees fruit and vegetable imports climb in both volume and value
Return to normal means rise in waste
Following a marked decline during the first lockdown, UK household food waste is back to normal, as Wrap reminds public 'Wasting Food Feeds Climate Change'
Responsible avo sourcing crucial
As global production rises, Belgian importer Special Fruit says the priority must be to work only with responsible growers
Fruit Logistica Trend Report: A Fresh Start?
Trade fair's annual report considers Covid-19 impact and what future may hold for world’s fresh produce companies