All articles by Mike Knowles – Page 3
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NewsDole to launch Colada Royale pineapple in October
Premium pineapple variety is breeder’s ‘crowning glory’, and offers consumers new flavour experience as well as higher vitamin content
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NewsFall Creek expects Sekoya varieties to reach 20 per cent of Peru blueberry exports
US company’s trademarked portfolio now present in more than 30 countries worldwide, with varieties including ArabellaBlue FC14-062 and FCM14-057 grown at commercial scale in leading production regions
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NewsZespri ready to roll out Italian red production
Kiwifruit marketer set to continue Northern Hemisphere expansion, with red variety R19 poised for commercial production in Italy and SunGold volumes expected to grow
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NewsCMA CGM expands service for Chile-China cherry deal
Shipping group to offer Chilean exporters more weekly services to China this season, as country seeks to recover from disappointing 2024/25 campaign
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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
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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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NewsKubo applies new tech to strawberry sites in Canada and Saudi Arabia
Greenhouse technology specialist says it has constructed two major production facilities using its semi-closed, emission-free model
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NewsCarbonXtras scheme empowers Ghanaian farmers with climate-smart technology
A £100,000 initiative is supporting Ghanaian smallholder farmers to adopt climate-smart, regenerative farming methods using advanced soil sensor technology to combat soil degradation and climate change pressures.
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NewsCarrier Transicold launches upgrade service for refrigerated units
Company launches new upgrade service for PrimeLine designed to help users reduce input and maintenance costs
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NewsDutch berry campaign exceeds first-year target in months
New three-country berry promotion has apparently surpassed its annual reach target within months of launch, attracting ‘massive’ social media engagement across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany
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NewsGreener Pastures launches NZ kiwifruit investment fund for golden visa
New Zealand group Greener Pastures has launched an investment fund allowing foreigners to buy into the country’s expanding kiwifruit sector while securing residency under relaxed ‘golden visa’ rules.
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NewsSweet Sensation pear harvest begins with 6,000 tonnes expected
Premium pear variety has established itself as a European retail mainstay, with Dutch growers expecting to strong demand this season as harvesting gets underway
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NewsFyffes surpasses sustainability targets despite severe climate challenges
Fruit brand exceeds multiple targets in latest biennial report, achieving goals in waste reduction, water management and packaging despite facing severe climate change impacts including tropical storms and increased pests
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NewsJingold achieves 96 per cent recycled packaging in sustainability push
Italian kiwifruit company says it has passed a number of milestones in first-ever sustainability report
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NewsRobots help Scottish berry growers combat mildew disease
Angus Soft Fruits deployed Thorvald robots using UV-C light treatment to control powdery mildew during Scotland’s exceptionally hot summer, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional fungicides while protecting crop quality and boosting yields
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NewsRomagna stonefruit producers plan investment in better varieties
Suppliers in the Italian region report increased demand for their PGI-certified peaches and nectarines, with strong commercial interest in domestic and German markets driving plans for further development
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NewsAustralian avocado sales rise despite production dip
Industry body reports growth in domestic demand and export markets as production is forecast to reach 170,000 tonnes within two years
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NewsOrsero Group reports strong growth in half-year results
Italian fresh produce distributor records significant revenue and profit growth, with particularly strong performance in kiwifruit, grapes, fresh-cut and exotic fruit categories
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NewsThe Flavour Farm to acquire Dutch tomato specialist RedStar
Cibus-owned greenhouse producer continues expansion strategy with acquisition of second major Dutch tomato business, following Duijvestijn deal in 2023
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NewsDriscoll’s appoints Jiunn Shih as first global marketing chief
Appointment reunites former Zespri executive with ex-CEO Dan Mathieson, and underscores company’s commitment to strengthening global brand presence