All Markets articles – Page 18
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CommentAmazon Fresh store closures call checkout-free tech into question
Comment: Amazon Fresh project demonstrates how rushing into checkout-free technologies without robust testing can be costly and operationally challenging
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NewsNew Riverford campaign celebrates freshness and farmers
‘So Fresh It’s Still in the Soil’ dramatises the care, humour and passion of organic veg box supplier’s growers and pickers
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NewsAngela Eagle chooses berry producer for first official farm visit
New minister visited Hugh Lowe Farms with NFU president Tom Bradshaw to tour berry trials and discuss seasonal workers and crop protection
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NewsFruitnet Tomato Congress goes on tour in southern Spain
The second day of Fruitnet Tomato Congress, held in Malaga on 11-12 November, sees delegates explore the facilities of Rijk Zwaan, Unica Group and Granada La Palma
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NewsKissabel expands coloured-flesh apple campaign across global markets
Trademarked trio of apple varieties with bright pink to deep red flesh is set to continue its disruptive commercial strategy as harvesting gets under way in the Northern Hemisphere
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NewsFrance’s Interfel brings Parisian spirit to Fruit Attraction
The French pavilion at Fruit Attraction in Madrid is set to be alive with tastings and cooking demonstrations, as well as interactive games and live performers
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NewsAgroBerries Group refreshes brand to align with BerryWorld Group
Updated branding “reinforces vertical integration” of international soft fruit giant following landmark acquisition last year
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NewsFreshfel questions EU-Indonesia trade deal benefits for fresh produce
Freshfel has raised concerns about the EU’s new trade agreement with Indonesia, warning that benefits for fresh produce exports remain uncertain due to unresolved sanitary and phytosanitary barriers despite tariff eliminations
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NewsPortuguese citrus in new export push
Citrinos do Algarve PGI aims to reach new international consumers with major new marketing campaign
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NewsMelbourne Market Authority seeks feedback on public market proposal
New public market concept would be a purpose-built destination retail experience separate from existing wholesale market
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NewsComing soon: Produce Plus Summer
As the weather warms up, Produce Plus takes a look at summer favourites, including spotlights on the mango, stonefruit, cherry and table grape categories as they vie for attention over the holiday period. We also round up news and consumer trends from across the Australasian fresh produce ...
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NewsSouth Africa seeks US tariff relief for fruit exports
South African fresh produce exporters are hoping for adjustments to 30 per cent US tariffs before the new season, as trade minister Parks Tau confirms negotiations have entered a critical phase
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NewsFyffes on a mission to ‘bring more value’ to bananas
Chief commercial officer Frank Burkhardt outlines the banana giant’s efforts to decommoditise the sector and make it more sustainable, despite climate change and geopolitical instability
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FeaturesFawakih eyes Asia potential for Kenyan avocados
Challenges remain, but Kenyan avocados must be ready for big opportunities in Asia, according to Fawakih Import and Export
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FeaturesBlue Whale targets new consumers in Asia with premium push
French exporter Blue Whale believes it can take advantage of the big opportunities for premium apples in Asia thanks to its local presence and tailored approach
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NewsAmazon to shut all ‘Fresh’ stores in UK
Retailer will close its 19 till-free stores in London, with plans to focus on online grocery deliveries instead
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NewsUSDA awards US$8.3mn to expand specialty crop exports
The US Department of Agriculture has allocated US$8.3mn in funding to help 11 recipients address trade barriers and expand international market access for specialty crops through its Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops programme
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NewsFailed marriages boost frozen produce sales
Rising divorce rates and smaller households have brought new opportunities for fresh suppliers looking to diversify into frozen as first container of frozen Peruvian avocados arrives in China
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NewsJo Lambrecht to leave BelOrta for new project
Sales and marketing director of one of Europe’s largest fresh fruit and vegetable cooperatives to step down after more than 21 years with the business
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NewsNFL quarterback Caleb Williams invests in berry brand Fruitist
Sports star buys into premium berry brand, supporting its healthy snacking mission as it continues rapid commercial growth across North American retail