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News updates for the European fresh produce business.
Dole France works with Intermarché to raise its brand awareness
In-store activation in more than 800 stores across France helps to boost company’s market penetration in Europe, Middle East and Africa
FareShare kicks off Berry Crumply Christmas campaign
FareShare announced the winner of its first Top Chef Crumble Competition in London, with chef Jemma Harrison’s ‘mince pie’ apple and blackberry crumble coming out on top
DP World expands freight operations to Sweden
Logistics group says expansion will connect regional businesses to its global network, and offer new route to road emissions reduction
Biotalys wins regulatory approval for Evoca biofungicide
US registration of Evoca marks a significant milestone, according to Biotalys, as it is the first protein-based biofungicide of its kind to be approved by the EPA
Apple exports drive strong performance at Scales
NZ group benefits from excellent growing conditions in 2024/25 and strategic investments in premium apple varieties for Asian and Middle Eastern markets
Argentina edges closer to US access for oranges and mandarins
Approval would represent a major boost for the country’s citrus industry, says Federcitrus
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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 115 · Daniel Sauvaitre & Philippe Binard, World Apple & Pear Association
Recorded live at Prognosfruit 2025, the latest episode of Fruitbox brings you instant reaction to this year’s European apple and pear production forecasts
Fruitbox 114 · Wyard Stomp, Driscoll’s of EMEA
Berry brand’s Europe, Middle East and Africa managing director shares his thoughts on how to grow the category
Argentina edges closer to US access for oranges and mandarins
Approval would represent a major boost for the country’s citrus industry, says Federcitrus
Fedemango aims to reach 500,000 tonnes of production by 2030
Colombian Federation of Mango Producers is seeking to consolidate its presence in key export markets like the US and Europe and open up new markets
GCCA European Cold Chain Conference dates announced for 2026
Agenda will tackle a range of issues, including digitization, AI and building tomorrow’s cold chain workforce
Pacific Northwest pear crop up 78 per cent as harvest winds down
Pear producers lean into nutrition education to promote sizeable harvest
South African fruit industry leader Alastair Moodie passes away
Moodie, who transformed family fruit business into one of South Africa’s leading suppliers, and played a key role in guiding industry through deregulation, has died after short illness
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First DP World Atlas service arrives in UK from Morocco
DP World’s first Atlas service connecting Morocco to London Gateway has arrived in the UK, promising to transform fresh produce logistics with faster delivery, lower costs and up to 70 per cent reduction in carbon emissions
Fall Creek appoints Robert Reiter to board
Former Bayer Crop Science R&D head brings more than 30 years’ experience in plant breeding and biotechnology to support blueberry specialist’s innovation strategy
Montosa expands operations in France with new warehouse in Perpignan
The facility, which began operations in early November, is more than double the size of the company’s previous warehouse in the market
Ecuador opens first phytosanitary centre exclusively for dragon fruit
The new facility in Palora will fuel production and exports of the fruit
Sunkist evokes California Navel holiday nostalgia
Sunkist Growers is reintroducing its limited-edition holiday-themed Navel orange carton and quarter bin, capitalising on seasonal demand
Mission Produce seen as ripe for investment
Company’s impressive performance in avocados, as well as its expansion into mangoes and blueberries, gives leading analyst cause for confidence
Fledgling South African cherry business dreams big
Industry targets large export deal this season as it continues to pursue China market access
Reybanpac honoured at Business Commitment to Education Forum
Company recognised for contribution to educational development in rural communities
TPV kicks off 2025/25 season with maiden call of new Cool Carriers vessels
At the height of the season, Cool Carriers will offer two weekly sailings from Valparaíso to the US East Coast
MSC ramps up Valencia to Canada service for the Spanish citrus season
Weekly departures from Valencia and the Sines will call at the Canadian ports of Halifax and Montreal