All articles by Mike Knowles – Page 12
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NewsDia invests €16m to secure completely Spanish strawberry supply
Retailer increases investment by 15 per cent to source 4,300 tonnes exclusively from Spanish suppliers, with focus on Huelva production
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NewsPolish retailers adhere to new law on fruit and veg origin labels
Authorities report dramatic improvement after introduction of new flag regulation and major fines against Biedronka and Kaufland
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AnalysisItalians buy more fruit and veg as big retailers strengthen grip on market
Consumers in Italy bought more fresh produce in 2025 for first time in years, with packaged and organic products performing especially well
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NewsTesco secures 60 per cent more UK asparagus
Warmer temperatures and new production techniques have enabled one grower to bring forward start of season by six weeks
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FeaturesEgyptian berry exporter is ready for growth
Fresh All Green chairman says its attention to detail has helped position the exporter as a dependable fruit supplier
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NewsDen Berk Délice appoints Coen de Ruiter as CEO
Belgian tomato supplier says appointment strengthens its position as reliable retail partner and maintains its focus on quality
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AnalysisDutch fresh produce consumption rises slightly in 2025
First consumption increase in the Netherlands for several years comes as demand for fresh convenience evolves
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PodcastsThe Fresh Ideas Show: Are fruit and veg trendy at last?
Hear about the latest fresh produce business trends in the latest episode of Fruitnet’s video podcast, sponsored by Kanzi apples
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NewsBritish farm aims to grow avocados on landfill
Wiltshire-based project sets ambitious target to produce large volume of fruit and vegetables on top of a rubbish dump
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NewsIntermarché expands long-term contracts with French suppliers
French retail chain plans to strengthen ties with domestic fruit and vegetable producers through expanded long-term contracts
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NewsKiwifruit labour providers forced to close
Two of Zespri’s New Zealand contractors cease trading with millions in unpaid taxes, after allegations of widespread non-compliance
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NewsGulf conflict threatens major disruption to fruit trade
As shipping lines suspend operations, leading importer says conflict creates ‘big problem’ for international fresh produce suppliers
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NewsShipping lines reroute services amid ‘deteriorating security situation’
Several services rerouted around Africa as vessel crossings in the Strait of Hormuz are suspended
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NewsMelinda struts its stuff at Milan Fashion Week
Apple supplier’s Dolcevita variety takes centre stage in promotion modelled on style and chic of city’s alta moda festival
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NewsPort of Tauranga gears up for strong kiwifruit season
New Zealand export hub says refrigerated terminal capacity could come under pressure as season progresses, as it targets further expansion
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NewsConvenience trend sustains sales growth for Greenfood
Swedish food group Greenfood reports modest sales growth for 2025, driven by increases for its Picadeli and Food Solutions units
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NewsBeta reports 17 per cent jump in blueberry exports
Peruvian suppplier says it recorded significant growth in shipments during 2025 as country’s export trade continues to expand
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NewsScales reaps reward of higher apple volume and better product mix
New Zealand’s largest apple exporter secures major profit increase on back of overall 54 per cent increase in annual sales
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NewsMaersk rolls out support initiatives for Kenyan avocado exports
Group offers enhanced training programmes, capacity optimisation, and strategic resource positioning to ensure ‘seamless transportation’
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NewsFreshfel-led project publishes environmental footprint standard
Environmental Footprint Initiative agrees on measurement methodology and moves to implementation phase across fresh produce business