News from Eurofruit – Page 17
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NewsPlant breeders’ rights at a crossroads
Ahead of its Midterm Meeting in Madrid, Ciopora explores the challenges and opportunities facing plant breeders worldwide
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NewsPanamanian union to sue Chiquita
Sitraibana leader Francisco Smith claims workers with more than 20 years of service were unjustifiably dismissed
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NewsAgrícola Bagu has big hopes for XLO clementine
Extra-large variety is one of the earliest clementines on the market
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NewsPeru looks to Asia to diversify blueberry markets
Andean nation says forecast growth rates will only be sustained by opening new markets
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NewsKick! apple makes its European debut
The scab-resistant variety is the ideal apple to kick off the season, says developer Fresh Forward
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NewsFlash Gala harvest hits record 1.48mn cartons in 2025
The 2025 Flash Gala apple harvest has set a new record with 1.48mn cartons packed, representing a 41 per cent increase on the previous season as orchards reach maturity and quality improves
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NewsEosta joins UK-led water conservation project in South Africa
Dutch organic distributor Eosta has officially committed to a UK-led water conservation initiative in South Africa’s Western Cape, focusing on restoring ecosystems and water security in this critical fruit-growing region
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NewsSummerStar Ruby grapefruit champions sustainability across European markets
A coalition of South African citrus growers has united to promote their new SummerStar Ruby grapefruit variety across Europe, emphasising not only its superior flavour but also its sustainable and ethical production credentials
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NewsPeruvian grapes on course to maintain export lead
As the 2025/26 season approaches, preliminary projections point to further growth in both volume and value
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NewsFirst consignment of Ecuadorean Tango arrives in US
The shipment by Ecuagroimport marks a new milestone in the country’s product diversification strategy
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NewsZespri welcomes EU approval for health claim for green kiwifruit
Green kiwifruit the first fresh fruit to achieve a health claim by the EU Commission, following more than 15 years of Zespri-led research
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NewsSun World expands global table grape network
New additions in Egypt, Chile and Italy boost year-round access to premium grape varieties
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NewsDP World reports 20 per cent revenue growth in H1 2025
Global logistics group DP World has announced a 20.4 per cent year-on-year revenue increase to US$11.24bn for the first half of 2025, with container volumes up 5.6 per cent despite ongoing disruptions in key shipping corridors
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NewsFivefold carbon-credit increase for DP World’s UK customers
Offer applies to customers enrolled in DP World’s Carbon Inset Programme
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NewsGreenfood reports strong Q2 results with increased profitability
Swedish fresh produce marketer Greenfood has announced strong second quarter results for 2025, with adjusted EBITDA increasing by 16.1 per cent to SEK139.3mn, driven by improvements across all business areas
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NewsPanamanian premier “hopeful” that Chiquita will reopen operations
President Raúl Mulino said he hopes to close the deal during an official visit to Brazil at the end of August
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NewsEosta launches Jucy Organic Raingrown oranges from Peru to Europe
European organic produce leader Eosta has introduced Jucy Gold Organic Raingrown oranges from Peru, featuring 45 per cent juice content and sustainable cultivation methods that rely solely on natural rainfall
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NewsSemillas Fitó launches Harbest pepper seal
The new label groups together industrial pepper varieties that stand out for their ease of harvesting
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NewsSouth Africa revises citrus export forecast upward
Industry now expected to ship some 188mn (15kg) cartons – up from the pre-season predictions of 171mn cartons
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NewsBrazilian orange juice exporters face multimillion-dollar losses
Industry body says combined effect of tariffs and falling international prices could cost exporters US$536mn