All articles by Mike Knowles – Page 10
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NewsGene-edited banana approved in Japan and Brazil
Tropic’s non-browning variety can now be imported, sold, and consumed in both countries, and grown in Brazil
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FeaturesFlorida citrus industry likely to export less in future, admits FCC chairman
Packers remain concerned about future of USDA’s market access programme, as state contends with huge challenges at home and abroad
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NewsTesco trials AI assistant to help people write their shopping lists
UK’s largest supermarket develops AI-powered shopping assistant to offer personalised recipe ideas and automated basket creation
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NewsCapespan names new CEO as Charl du Bois steps down
Company also announces departure of chief financial officer and appointment of new chief operating officer as new executive team takes charge
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NewsAgriplace rebrands as Simvia as compliance data requirements grow
Software company says change marks evolution from compliance platform to trusted infrastructure for Europe’s consumer goods market
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NewsBerryWorld UK appoints Paul Avery as new managing director
Commercial director promoted following retirement of Paul Cole, who helped the company treble its sales in two decades
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NewsMastronardi promotes snack-sized tomatoes and cucumbers at CPMA
Leading North American grower-supplier will debut new lines of micro-grape tomatoes and mini snack cucumbers in Toronto
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NewsMelinda Lab secures €8m for processed products expansion
Company to modernise production facility in Trentino as it targets expansion in new markets and among younger consumers
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NewsDulcis chimes with retailers during ‘exceptional’ season
Green kiwifruit brand appears to be gaining traction with major retailers across Europe and beyond, as it targets even bigger crop next season
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FeaturesMarlene campaign gets creative to connect with consumers
Apple brand launches series of spring promotions as it celebrates the results of its recent cultural competition
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NewsCartonpack Group acquires Agrypack to strengthen northern Italy presence
Italian packaging specialist acquires long-term commercial partner, strengthening its footprint in northern Italy’s fresh produce packaging sector
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FeaturesKeep ‘em peeled: a round-up of April Fools’ day produce pranks
Dole, Eosta, Florette, Del Monte and a whole bunch of Dutch companies put some serious effort into this year’s silliness
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NewsZespri wins Italian award for home compostable label
Kiwifruit supplier picks up annual prize for its innovative use of Sinclair’s T55 home compostable stickers
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PodcastsKeep calm and berry on: Top takeaways from Fruitnet Berry Congress
Mike Knowles and Maura Maxwell are joined by FPJ editor Fred Searle for a berry-themed edition of The Fresh Ideas Show podcast
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NewsScales posts strong results as Mr Apple maintains premium growth
New Zealand group says it expects good pricing and favourable exchange rates to support apple exports in 2026
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NewsCompagnie Fruitière grows share of Cameroon banana export deal
Strong performances from CDBM and CDC offset slight decline at PHP, as Central African nation increases shipments to foreign markets
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NewsCH Robinson profits rise despite revenue fall amid AI investment
Robinson Fresh owner secures bigger profit thanks to continued restructuring, but warns of uncertainty ahead
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NewsSanLucar launches ‘blue wonders’ campaign for blueberry season
Fresh produce marketer rolls out spring campaign to promote its premium fruit and support sales with retail POS materials
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NewsTevel secures funding for flying robot harvesters
Israel-based agritech company raises US$18m in Series C funding as it works to address labour shortages in fruit supply chains
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NewsOrsero Group affirms resilience amid inflation and volatility
Italian fresh produce multinational reassures shareholders of ability to withstand significant challenges as Middle East conflict continues