Europe news archive – Page 13
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VideoWest Flanders heralds hydroponic revolution in field vegetables
New growing system unveiled in Belgium offers radically different method of leek production
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NewsKick! apple makes its European debut
The scab-resistant variety is the ideal apple to kick off the season, says developer Fresh Forward
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CommentWhy weight loss jabs could boost fresh produce sales
A huge uptake in weight loss drugs is reducing demand for calorie-rich snack foods while patients report choosing to eat more fruit and veg
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NewsConsumers swap eating out for branded treats
High inflation has prompted consumers to reduce spend in restaurants while branded grocery items have out-performed own label during the last four weeks
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NewsEosta joins UK-led water conservation project in South Africa
Dutch organic distributor Eosta has officially committed to a UK-led water conservation initiative in South Africa’s Western Cape, focusing on restoring ecosystems and water security in this critical fruit-growing region
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NewsZespri welcomes EU approval for health claim for green kiwifruit
Green kiwifruit the first fresh fruit to achieve a health claim by the EU Commission, following more than 15 years of Zespri-led research
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NewsSun World expands global table grape network
New additions in Egypt, Chile and Italy boost year-round access to premium grape varieties
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NewsGreenfood reports strong Q2 results with increased profitability
Swedish fresh produce marketer Greenfood has announced strong second quarter results for 2025, with adjusted EBITDA increasing by 16.1 per cent to SEK139.3mn, driven by improvements across all business areas
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FeaturesViewNetic brings AI-powered precision to greenhouses
ViewNetic received the Concept Award at GreenTech, with partner Royal Brinkman lauding the solution’s preventive approach to crop protection
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NewsEosta launches Jucy Organic Raingrown oranges from Peru to Europe
European organic produce leader Eosta has introduced Jucy Gold Organic Raingrown oranges from Peru, featuring 45 per cent juice content and sustainable cultivation methods that rely solely on natural rainfall
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NewsSemillas Fitó launches Harbest pepper seal
The new label groups together industrial pepper varieties that stand out for their ease of harvesting
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NewsICL launches peat-reduced blocking substrate
Growing media supplier says new blocking substrate meets rising demand for low-peat products
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NewsJoya apples land at Sainsbury’s and Aldi
Brand drums up consumer interest in red-fleshed variety with multi-channel campaign including sampling activations in Manchester and London
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NewsFresh Del Monte Produce announces avocado and lime joint venture with Colombia’s Managro
Facility enhances Fresh Del Monte’s year-round supply of avocados and limes to North America and Europe
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NewsPotato grower diversifies into padel
A Yorkshire farmer has converted a potato warehouse into an indoor court for the world’s fastest growing sport after low returns prompt diversification
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NewsCherry sales up 150 per cent at Ocado
Online retailer believes popularity for ‘retro’ cherry flavour has boosted fresh sales, while warm weather has led to bumper crops of berries and apricots
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NewsVertical Future in administration after losses widen
Ag-tech company that opened eight vertical farms across the UK has appointed administrators after heavy losses and failure to secure more funding
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VideoVideo: Magnetic fields, better yields
Rozalin Aliramaei speaks exclusively to Fruitnet about Elenovations’ AI-driven technology, which simulates plants’ natural growing conditions
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NewsBlue Skies marketing director steps down
Mark Crawford has overseen strong growth at the tropical fruit supplier, and leaves the business for new role
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NewsUK drought declared to be ‘nationally significant incident’
Low water resources are leading to mixed harvesting conditions and some significant drops in yields as the National Drought Group upgrades water shortage warnings