News from Eurofruit – Page 7
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NewsChiquita could sell Italian bananas by 2026
Company has reportedly agreed to establish an organic production trial in Sicily, working with local cooperative Alba Bio
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NewsFruit Attraction claims record participation
Organisers of fresh produce trade show report significant growth in visitor and exhibitor numbers at this week’s three-day exhibition in Madrid
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NewsSaveggy launches plant-based coating in Sweden
Swedish startup announces one-month pilot for cucumbers with Ica and Swedish grower Odlarna
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NewsSemillas Fitó scoops sustainability prize at Retina ECO 2025 Awards
Company recognised for developing the first specific methodology for measuring the ecological footprint of vegetable varieties
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NewsIBO Summit 2025 brings together global blueberry participants
The International Blueberry Organization Summit 2025 brought together 575 participants from 32 countries in South Africa, highlighting the region’s growing role as a key producer and exporter in the global blueberry market.
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NewsTierra Suelta debuts new golden dragón fruit line
Variety grown and packed at company’s new state-of-the-art facility in Ecuador
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NewsFedemco launches digital passport for wooden packaging
QR code allows users to view information on traceability, sustainability, food safety, and certifications
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NewsSunkist Growers announces strategic reorganisation with sister company
Citrus cooperative Sunkist Growers will strategically reorganise with sister company Fruit Growers Supply under a new holding company structure from 1 November, aiming to enhance innovation and efficiency while driving future growth in the citrus industry
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NewsJingold partners with SpongeBob for kiwifruit campaign
Cartoon character will convey Jingold kiwifruit’s healthiness and vitality, with special promotions set to run until late January
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NewsMaersk retrofits 200 vessels to cut emissions and costs
AP Moller-Maersk is retrofitting around 200 vessels in its time-chartered fleet in collaboration with 50 shipowners to reduce slot costs, improve fuel efficiency and cut greenhouse gas emissions as part of its 2030 sustainability targets
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NewsVanguard Group International announces key leadership appointments
Fresh produce company Vanguard Group International has announced two senior leadership appointments as part of its global growth strategy, promoting Ethan Williams to president and appointing Ignacio Ugarte as commercial director for Peru
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NewsWCO raises concerns over retailers’ “unscientific” private food safety criteria
Organisation claims measures undermine the role of and confidence in the rule of competent authorities
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NewsPeru overtakes Chile as world’s leading table grape exporter
Peru has overtaken Chile to become the world’s leading table grape exporter, while China is rapidly positioning itself as a formidable contender in the global market, according to a new Rabobank report
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NewsOppy welcomes back David Nelley for South America role
International fresh produce marketer Oppy has announced the return of industry veteran David Nelley as vice-president of South American operations, bringing more than 30 years of global experience to strengthen the company’s programmes across the continent
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NewsFresh Del Monte partners with Disney’s Zootopia 2
Fresh Del Monte Produce is launching a comprehensive marketing campaign with Disney’s Zootopia 2, featuring over 500mn co-branded fruit stickers and tags across global stores to promote healthy eating habits
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NewsSyngenta partners with Heritable Agriculture for AI-powered seed selection
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds has partnered with AI specialist Heritable Agriculture to use artificial intelligence and historical data to better predict the best-performing commercial vegetable varieties for different regions worldwide
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NewsGlobal snack market reaches US$693bn in retail sales
The global snack market has reached US$693bn in retail sales in 2024, with savoury snacks maintaining their position as the leading category despite economic challenges and shifting consumer preferences
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NewsPeru Meet Up: building fresh connections for Latin America’s fruit trade
Join thought leaders from across the fresh produce supply chain in Lima on 28-29 October
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NewsDiMuto partners with Intel to upgrade AI-enabled fruit quality control
Collaboration to allow for AI-enabled quality control at source without need for constant connectivity
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NewsAnecoop kicks off 50th anniversary celebrations at Fruit Attraction
Second-tier cooperative says it is stronger, more united and ready to embrace the future of agriculture