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News updates for the European fresh produce business.
Egypt shows promise as regional hub
Egypt’s strategic location has seen the country become an important link for fresh produce between the Mediterranean and the crisis-hit Gulf
Keep calm and berry on: Top takeaways from Fruitnet Berry Congress
Mike Knowles and Maura Maxwell are joined by FPJ editor Fred Searle for a berry-themed edition of The Fresh Ideas Show podcast
OneThird receives €1mn innovation credit from RVO
Funds will be used to develop a high-volume spectral imaging solution for automated quality control of fresh produce
Chile’s Exportadora Santa Cruz declared bankrupt
Move follows two failed reorganisation attempts by the company recent years
Mexico exports first mamey sapote to the UK
The two-tonne consignment was shipped by Yucatán grower Huertas Magaña
Honduran banana production on the rise
Another 1,000ha of production to be added this year, says national banana association
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Fruitbox 115 · Daniel Sauvaitre & Philippe Binard, World Apple & Pear Association
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Honduran banana production on the rise
Another 1,000ha of production to be added this year, says national banana association
South African citrus industry warns of fuel crisis threat
CGA calls for immediate action to counter fuel shortages and potential diesel price increases of up to 60 per cent
Full programme announced for Fresh Produce India
Big names from across the value chain set to speak at India’s premier fresh produce event
Scales posts strong results as Mr Apple maintains premium growth
New Zealand group says it expects good pricing and favourable exchange rates to support apple exports in 2026
Compagnie Fruitière grows share of Cameroon banana export deal
Strong performances from CDBM and CDC offset slight decline at PHP, as Central African nation increases shipments to foreign markets
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CH Robinson profits rise despite revenue fall amid AI investment
Robinson Fresh owner secures bigger profit thanks to continued restructuring, but warns of uncertainty ahead
Conflict in the Middle East threatens global food systems
IFAD warns that disruptions to energy supply, fertiliser production and key trade routes are driving up agricultural input costs
Another record year for Anecoop despite big challenges
Spanish cooperative grows its 2024/25 revenue by 4.39 per cent to €986.67mn
Higher production fuels export growth for Ecuadorean bananas
Shipments up almost 12 per cent in first two months of 2026 says Acorbanec
Grupo Hijuelas announces Brazilian joint venture
Nursery and propagation specialist has teamed up with Vitácea Brasil to launch a “new era for Brazilian fruit growing”
Afhorfresh issues warning on rising production costs
The fresh-cut sector is particularly susceptible to price fluctuations in energy and other inputs, association says
Fairtrade launches Global Strategy 2026-2028
The non-profit organisation’s three-year plan addresses fair prices, market access and climate adaptation
South African citrus faces mounting pressures from Middle East conflict
The industry is facing mounting pressures from shipping disruptions, rising costs, and constrained demand in an important market
SanLucar launches ‘blue wonders’ campaign for blueberry season
Fresh produce marketer rolls out spring campaign to promote its premium fruit and support sales with retail POS materials
Anecoop celebrates 50 years of unity and growth
Celebrations focused on the role of people as the fundamental pillar of the agri-food cooperative’s success over five decades