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News updates for the European fresh produce business.
Turkish cherry exporters enjoy strong campaign
Cherry suppliers in Turkey have seen their fortunes improve in the last couple of seasons, despite a drop in profitability in Asia, which has refocused attention on the European market
Argentina pushes for greater citrus access to US
Milei government intensifies negotiations with the US on the export of oranges, mandarins and grapefruit
Argentine apple and pear exports up slightly in 2024
Shipments of pears grew 6 per cent in the first nine months of the year, while apple exports rose by 1 per cent
Varietal renewal drives upswing in Chilean grape exports
Shipments on course to grow for second consecutive year in 2024/25
Anecoop takes stock of sustainability progress
A year after launching the Anecoop Sustainability Observatory, team meets to review progress and plan next steps
Turn promises into action on biodiversity, says UN chief
The World Biodiversity Conference begins this week in Cali, Colombia, with a focus on the halt of species loss and ecosystems by 2030 and a call for action
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Fruitbox 110 · Gary Marshall, New Covent Garden Market
Gary and Chris champion the value of the wholesale market and look to the future of the business
Fruitbox 109 · Stephan Weist, Rewe Group Buying
Chris and Stephan speak about the growth in local and regional sourcing of fresh fruits and vegetables across Europe
Fruitbox 108 · Carlo Magni & Louise Beard, Forward Insight
Chris, Carlo and Louise consider the consumers of tomorrow, the choices they will make and how we can develop fresh produce that will appeal to them
Turn promises into action on biodiversity, says UN chief
The World Biodiversity Conference begins this week in Cali, Colombia, with a focus on the halt of species loss and ecosystems by 2030 and a call for action
Westfalia Fruit appoints Chris Bush as group CEO
Bush brings extensive global grocery retail experience, having previously worked at DFI Retal Group and Tesco
Lebanese produce businesses hit by widening war
As Israel broadens its war in the region, Lebanon now faces wide-scale bombings and continuing threats of a major invasion, as fresh produce companies strive to continue trading
Piuran producers warn of water deficit
Low reservoir levels and “inadequate water management” threatens some 50,000ha of production
Eosta sees ginger potential for central Europe
Cultivation in Bosnia and Herzegovina can bring organic ginger closer to European market, where the popularity of the superfood continues to rise, says Dutch importer
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Nova Siri Genetics extends production footprint
Success of NSG varieties in Spain, Italy and North African countries is driving demand in other parts of the world
Low-chill apples show promise in South Africa
As the first hot climate apple varieties are tested in South Africa, Culdevco says the low-chill varieties are doing well
Hail damages citrus and kaki production in Valencia
Picassent and Benifaió were the worst affected municipalities
New plum variety developed in Argentina
Silvana Inta’s attractive appearance and “exceptional” taste make it ideal for the fresh market, developer says
Anna Kirsch joins Calavo Growers
Kirsch becomes the company’s new director of business development
Firmer prices rescue Peru’s avocado season
Higher prices compensate for drop in volumes and indications are that production will bounce back in 2025
SanLucar launches latest Disney promo for Vaiana 2
Branded packs of citrus, mangoes, avocados, tomatoes and berriese will feature motifs from Disney’s new film
Morocco to resume mandarin exports to Russia
Shipments are set to begin again by the end of this year
Asia Fruit Logistica launches 2025 Meet Ups
Asia’s premier fresh produce trade show will again host Meet Ups across key markets, kicking off with the ‘Summit in Chile’ in Santiago on 22 October 2024
Roadmap agreed for living wages in Côte d’Ivoire
Following a three-year programme backed by retailers including Lidl and Tesco, a roadmap for negotiating living wages throughout the banana supply chain in Côte d’Ivoire has been approved