News from Eurofruit – Page 5
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NewsCMR prepares to receive first container of Chilean cherries
Consignment due to arrive in Rotterdam on 9 December, as new season begins
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NewsHortifrut unveils Berry Christmas festive packs
The 100 per cent plastic-free packs will be available at selected retailers in Europe, Chile, Brazil, and Colombia
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NewsStrong start for South African table grapes
Table grape industry targets close to 80mn export cartons this season despite US tariff challenge and increased competition in Europe
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NewsAldi UK cuts vegetable prices to 8p for Christmas
Discount retailer returns with Christmas Super Six promotion, but insists it retains full support from growers with whom it has fixed-cost agreements
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NewsOppy inducted into Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures Hall of Fame
The Canada-based fresh produce group has earned the national recognition for the fourth time, having previously won in 2016, 2019 and 2022
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NewsKuehne+Nagel subsidiary to buy Latin American logistics group
Apex Logistics’ planned acquisition of Andes Integración Logistica opens major new revenue stream in region’s fruit export business
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NewsCalifornia Avocado Commission calls for quotas for Mexican imports
It argues the measure is necessary for US food security and the sustainability of national production
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NewsRains “beneficial” for Spanish tropical fruit production
Association of Tropical Fruits reports improved picture for avocados, mangoes and custard apples
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NewsEcuadorean banana exports rally in October
Improvement driven by higher demand from key European markets and Russia
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NewsMission Produce appoints Douglas Stone to board of directors
Avocado specialist Mission Produce has appointed former JR Simplot agribusiness president Douglas Stone as an independent class I director, bringing decades of agribusiness leadership experience to the company’s board.
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NewsDP World launches Atlas service from Morocco to Europe
New dedicated sea route will transport up to 150,000 tonnes of fresh produce annually from Morocco to terminals in UK and Europe
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica launches 2026 Meet Ups programme
Programme kicks off with Fresh Produce India on 16-17 April in Mumbai, followed by flagship Southeast Asia Meet Up on 18-19 May in Bangkok
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NewsZespri’s Northern Hemisphere sales season underway
SunGold production is expected to increase by 30 per cent from last season
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NewsWAO gains traction with social media campaign
World Avocado Organisation says its move to create an in-house social media marketing team covering key European markets is paying off
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NewsFresh Del Monte partners with Thaco Agri for south-east Asia sourcing
Fresh Del Monte Produce has entered into a strategic partnership with Thaco Agri, Vietnam’s leading agricultural producer, to source bananas and develop pineapple cultivation across the region’s 85,000-hectare operations
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NewsMaersk encouraged by Gaza peace process
The shipping giant has announced plans to resume shipping routes through the Red Sea and Suez Canal “as soon as conditions allow”
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NewsAfghanistan and Pakistan seek out alternative trading partners
Violent clashes on the border have brought trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan to a halt, pushing the former to find new outlets and the latter to seek out new sources
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NewsFresh Inset’s Vidre+ wins 2025 Packaging Europe sustainability award
Fresh Inset’s Vidre+ smart label technology has been recognised with the 2025 pre-commercialised Packaging Europe Sustainability Awards for its ability to extend fresh produce shelf life
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NewsWCO forecasts slight increase in Northern Hemisphere citrus production
Egypt bucks trend with double-digit growth as output in most major producing countries contracts
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NewsTSBC reinforces commitment to fight against modern slavery
The UK and Portuguese-based berry company has joined the Stronger Together network