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FeaturesPrepWorld riding a wave amid fresh-cut sales boom
CEO Ben Olins reflects on the unique challenges of running a prepared fruit business at a time of growth and dynamism for the supplier
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NewsOrsero Group plans €5mn investment in Italy and Spain
Strong expected performance in its core distribution business sets Italian company up for year of expansion in Europe and North America
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NewsOmer-Decugis & Cie beats annual growth target
The French importer-exporter expects its impressive growth of the last five years to continue, driven by the expansion of its operations in Dunkirk and the development of its fresh-cut segment
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AnalysisECA demands rethink on funding remote territories
The European Court of Auditors calls for focus on long-term sustainability in EU’s outermost territories to preserve soil and adapt to climate change
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FeaturesOmer-Decugis cements position in West African mangoes
With the acquisition of Ivorian mango exporter Vergers du Bandama, France’s Omer-Decugis & Cie has further bolstered its position as the leading exporter of West African mangoes
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NewsKiwi Passion says kiwifruit demand strong across Europe
Consortium reports encouraging results halfway through the season, as it focuses on premium variety strategy and year-round supply model
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NewsFrench competition authority waves through agri-food mergers
The Autorité de la Concurrence has approved two major mergers, between Greenyard Frozen France and Eureden, and between the Terres du Sud and Vivadour agricultural cooperatives
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NewsMontosa guarantees compliance with the new mancozeb rules
EU regulations due to come into force next month sets MRLs for mancozeb and other chemical inputs
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VideoHow can apples and pears compete with avocados and mangoes in the social media age?
Nine leading players in the fresh apple and pear market explain what opportunities they see to add value to the category
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VideoHealthy, sustainable… and losing consumers? Apples and pears fight for attention
World Apple & Pear Association secretary general Philippe Binard considers the challenge ahead for the topfruit business
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NewsStellar apple picks up silver innovation award
Bred specficially for hot and warming climates, Stellar apple trees won a silver award at the Sival Varietal Innovation Competition for 2026
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NewsMercosur deal puts Brazil’s grape sector on ‘level playing field’ in EU
Country’s table grape suppliers stand to benefit from the trade agreement immediatly, but exporters of other fruits must wait ten years
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AnalysisCSIF questions French measure on suspension of imports
The decree proposed by the French government on the suspension of food imports from third countries “contravenes European rules”, according to the French Chamber of Fruit and Vegetable Importers
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NewsPrepWorld France prepares to grab slice of European fresh-cut market
New joint venture between Omer-Decugis & Cie and PrepWorld will be situated at the Port of Dunkirk
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NewsHazera and HM Clause present produce innovations
Limagrain Group companies to showcase innovative tomato, watermelon, broccoli and pepper varieties at Fruit Logistica
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NewsFrance proposes ban on imports with EU-prohibited pesticide residues
Amidst strong domestic opposition to an EU deal with the Mercosur bloc, France is set to ban imports containing residues of EU-banned pesticides
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AnalysisAnalysis: Dole campaign reflects branding shift for fresh produce
Company’s focus on brand awareness in France marks pivotal shift in European fresh produce sector, according to Paris-based analyst
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CommentComment: New genes policy is a smart one
Darron Saltzman explains what the EU’s decision to allow certain gene-edited products will mean for fresh produce breeders
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FeaturesPrimland primed for growth of gold kiwi
With production on the rise in France, Portugal and Greece, kiwifruit marketer Primland is ready to respond to increasing consumer demand
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VideoVideo: Why the apple business is ‘too confusing’
Serge Mouneyrac, a major supplier of fresh apples and pears based in Paris, says too much variety can complicate the market