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News updates for the European fresh produce business.
Alternatives sought for Brazilian foods hit by Trump tariff
The Brazilian government has responded to the US’s move to slap a 50 per cent tariff on Brazilian produce by facilitating direct purchases for use in public schools and hospitals
Brio defies stagnant organic market with 21 per cent sales growth
Italian organic fruit and vegetable specialist posts impressive increase to €67.3 million, bucking the trend in a market experiencing minimal growth in consumption
GP Graders launches industry-first sanitary blueberry sorting machine
Post-harvest technology specialist GP Graders has released a new fully sanitary-designed sorting and grading machine specifically engineered for blueberries, featuring dry-handling technology and advanced defect detection
Italian growers hungry for growth as apple turnover warms up
The start of the new apple season looks extremely promising for Italian consortium Vog, with sales of premium brands continuing to grow and consumer awareness of its portfolio brand Marlene reaching an all-time high
South African citrus growers boost sustainability efforts
SIZA reports significant improvements in environmental compliance as South Africa’s citrus season draws to a close, with a 55 per cent increase in environmental audits compared to last year
Global trade gets ready for Asia Fruit Logistica
More than 760 exhibitors from some 43 countries and regions set to showcase their products and services at Asia’s premier event
Conversations
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
Fruitbox 113 · Franka Rodriguez, Aldi South Group
Franka talks to Chris White about the extension of Aldi South Group’s ethical sourcing model into avocados, with more categories on the horizon
Global trade gets ready for Asia Fruit Logistica
More than 760 exhibitors from some 43 countries and regions set to showcase their products and services at Asia’s premier event
French campaign Jamais Trop focuses on affordability
Interfel’s Jamais Trop Econome, or Never Too Economical, campaign is back in September to help consumers on a budget to eat a healthy diet full of fresh fruit and vegetables
US tariffs push South Africa closer to Eastern markets
South Africa is rapidly expanding market access for its fresh produce in Eastern markets, particularly China and India, as US tariffs of 30 per cent force exporters to seek alternative destinations
DP World launches low-carbon truck programme at UK ports
Programme will provide HVO fuel at diesel-equivalent prices until 2027 for qualifying operators, creating a transitional pathway toward eventual electrification of heavy goods vehicles
Panama officials to meet with Chiquita owner in Brazil
Panama’s government is making diplomatic overtures to Chiquita in an attempt to persuade the multinational to resume banana production in Bocas del Toro province
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Fruitist launches grab-and-go blueberry Snack Cups
New portable format aims to make fresh fruit ‘as effortless and craveable as packaged snacks’ for consumers with fast-moving lifestyles
Opportunities for Serbian apples despite cold spring
Serbian apple producers were hit by plunging temperatures in the spring, but Gojko Zagorac of Serbia Does Apples sees opportunities for the country’s smaller crop
Westfalia Fruit highlights growing Asian avocado demand
Global supplier points to expanding market access from African origins as key development enhancing supply flexibility for Asian customers
Zespri to cut 135 jobs amid industry challenges
New Zealand kiwifruit marketer reportedly plans to reduce its workforce as part of a strategic restructuring to address changing market conditions
The Greenery and BelOrta launch FreshAlliance cooperation
Dutch and Belgian cooperatives have officially established a Transnational Union of Producer Organisations, aimed at creating added value while maintaining their independent structures
Panama approves Chiquita’s return to banana production
The Panamanian government has authorised the Ministry of Commerce to sign agreements with Chiquita Panama, paving the way for the multinational to resume banana operations in Bocas del Toro following a costly shutdown
Scales reports strong growth in horticulture division earnings
New Zealand’s largest apple exporter has announced significant growth in its horticulture division, with earnings up 77.4 per cent to NZ$53.2mn for the first half of the year
Mexican avocado industry commits to zero-deforestation by 2030
The Mexican avocado industry has become the first in the country to sign a binding federal conservation agreement, committing to ensure all produce exports will be deforestation-free by 2030
South Africa’s blueberry sector rebounds with promising growth outlook
After several challenging years of declining production, South Africa’s blueberry industry is poised for a comeback with strong volumes expected during the peak season over the next two months
Scottish firms behind world-first GigaFarm in Dubai
Agritech manufacturer IGS and deployment partner Modutec have teamed up for a project designed to replace 1 per cent of food imports in the UAE