Carl Collen
Carl Collen is deputy editor of Eurofruit, news editor of Americafruit and news journalist on Asiafruit. He joined the Market Intelligence team in May 2007, having studied broadcast journalism at university.
Since joining the company, Carl has reported extensively on news developments all along the international fresh produce supply chain, travelling from Berlin to Brazil in search of the latest stories from the world of fresh produce.
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- +44 20 7501 3703
- Fax:
- +44 20 7501 0306
- Email:
- carl@fruitnet.com
- News
Food Freshly highlights preservation solution
Group is supporting the Italian food industry through its nature-based shelf-life solution for key vegetable ingredients
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Ukrainian blueberries show growth potential
Andriy Yarmak says that the country’s production and exports could increase if enough labour is available to pick the crop
- News
“Solid” results for Ahold Delhaize
Net sales climb through the first quarter of the year while operating income drops off slightly
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USHBC announces pickleball partnership
US Highbush Blueberry Council and Major League Pickleball team up to increase blueberry consumption and fuel healthy, active lifestyles
- News
Oppy unveils proprietary blueberry varieties
Collaboration with G&M Farms sees the introduction of new pink blueberry brands Pink Cosmo and Hunkaberry
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Support offered to black citrus growers in Eastern Cape
A new R1.2m agreement will support the commercialisation prospects of black citrus producers and break down export barriers
- News
Banana sales and costs hit Del Monte's net income
Sales and net income both fell during the opening quarter of the year when compared with 2023
- Article
Sakata stands out
Group continues to showcase its commitment to leading in tomato breeding through innovation, offering a diverse range of products
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Del Monte collaboration researches bioactive compounds of fruit residues
Partnership with University of Granada comes after initial research into the effectiveness of bioactive compounds of fruit residues in medical and non-medical uses yields promising results
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Capespan announces change in leadership
Managing director Tonie Fuchs has resigned, and will be replaced by Charl du Bois in August
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Sunkist highlights start of California Star Ruby grapefruit season
National Display contest in the US this July will look to help retailers boost the grapefruit category by promoting flavour and health benefits
- Article
Everyone wins with autonomy
Autonomous climate and irrigation management can benefit growers and greenhouse companies in multiple ways, according to Ronald Hoek, chief executive officer of Blue Radix
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Alliance for Sustainable Packaging for Foods criticises PPWR
Organisation says the rules lack focus on food safety, food loss, waste prevention, and will raise trade concerns
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Spanish trade data shows growth in imports and exports
Import value climbs by 26 per cent while exports rise slightly year-on-year at 1 per cent
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Enza Zaden talks tomato traits
Resistance is important as the fight against ToBRFV continues, but other traits such as taste, shelf-life, colour and yield are also crucial given retail and consumer preferences
- News
Hortgro champions South African stonefruit in US
Industry body looks to ignite winter stonefruit demand in the US through consumer promotions
- News
Maersk enhances India-Europe service
Extended service will include calls to Rotterdam, Felixstowe, and Bremerhaven, a boost for Indian exporters
- News
Avocados from Mexico launches Cinco de Mayo campaign
Campaign looks to tap into increased interest in the fruit around the Cinco de Mayo celebration
- Analysis
Fruit Logistica: Avocados – the state of the market and data for optimised marketing
Dr Hans-Christoph Behr and Antonio Lizano studied avocado production, trade and more on day three of Fruit Logistica in Berlin
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Waiting longer to build stronger
Bayer’s vegetable seed segment is launching its first wave of ToBRFV-resistant tomatoes this year, encompassing a range of types and varieties