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Syngenta develops positive pepper properties
Fruitnet talks traits, development and consumption with José Antonio Chicón of Syngenta Vegetable Seeds
Banana Time showcases Ecuador’s banana sector
Industry show in Guayaquil celebrates growth of Ecuadorian banana exports but discusses the various challenges currently facing the sector, from security to climate change
Del Monte reveals Somalia banana partnership
Group partners with Moze Holding Limited on multi-year banana deal described as a “game-changer” for the industry in the region
Serbia’s Agro Belgrade fair unites region
Exhibitors from Serbia, the Balkans and elsewhere came together at Agro Belgrade to make contacts, do business and discuss the latest issues
New Zealand horticulture sets NZ$12bn target
New industry strategy aims to double the farmgate value of horticulture production by 2035
Blue Whale reports strong start to apple season
Sales in southern European markets, particularly Spain, have been buoyant in first half of the season
Vietnam says yes to Uruguayan mandarins
Asian country joins a growing list of global markets for Uruguay, whose citrus industry has experience a resurgence in recent years
Avocados From Mexico unveils Big Game teaser
This year’s Super Bowl TV ad stars actress and avocado lover Anna Faris
Fresh produce consumption remains under pressure in Europe
Freshfel Consumption Monitor finds that fruit and vegetable consumption remains “well below” WHO recommendations
Iranian banana imports change course
Iran is increasingly turning to Indian bananas, as multiple factors reduce the volumes coming from the Philippines and Ecuador and as sanctions continue to limit importers’ options
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Marlene makes most of winter season with marketing push
The Daughter of the Alps has renewed its support for a number of winter sports events, and continues to focus its efforts on campaigns in Italy, Sweden and Norway
GCFP calls for fresh produce supply to be safeguarded
Report calls on policymakers to implement measures protecting the supply of affordable fresh produce to consumers and ensuring the viability of the sector
Janssen and Fresh Inset partner on produce preservation
Agreement will see Janssen evaluate Fresh Inset’s pads and labels for fresh produce storage preservation
Bakker Belgium utilises e-truck
Greenyard company introduces first Belgian e-truck to deliver fresh fruit and vegetables to Delhaize
‘Biggest UK presence yet at Fruit Logistica,’ says CHA
British produce companies will be out in force at the Fruit Logistica trade show in Berlin next month, says trade association CHA
Fairtrade risk map identifies human rights and environmental dangers
Map helps producers around the world build effective responses to greatest supply chain risks in collaboration with farmers and workers
Rajpol aims to set new standards
The coming year will see a focus on innovation and exciting new products at Polish group Rajpol, according to CEO Dominik Woźniak and business development manager Aleksandra Ośko-Woźniak
IFOAM acts to stop “misleading” Eco-score label
The EU organic movement has taken legal action to stop environmental labelling like the Eco-score, which it argues is “misleading” to consumers and “unfair” to organic production
Belgium plans biggest ever presence in Berlin
Boasting 40 produce companies, trade associations and fruit and vegetables auctions, Belgium is set for a record participation at this year’s Fruit Logistica exhibition
Cucumbers buck downward veg trend
The new cucumber season has kicked off at Belgian cooperative BelOrta, following a positive performance in 2022 thanks to the hot summer and the vegetable’s healthy image