Dried fruit and nuts
All the news and market analysis for worldwide dried fruit and nuts Industry, including dried fruit and nut producers, dried fruit and nut production, and the import and export of dried fruit and nuts.
Tariff win for California prunes
California Prune Board welcomes 0% tariff announcement on UK import of prunes
Natural Delights sets sights on Asia with chocolate dates
US Medjool date supplier wants to reach south-east Asian markets with new chocolate-wrapped range
Quality and safety of SA Raisins highlighted
South African raisin producers are investing in improvements across the supply chain to ensure the best quality, sustainable product reaches German consumers.
Select Harvests to sell Mountview orchard
Australian almond company will redeploy proceeds within its core business
New macadamia varieties to lower costs
Macadamia growers could significantly reduce labour costs through new tree varieties that are shorter and enter production earlier
South Africa highlights raisin health benefits
Raisins SA is looking to spread the word about the fruit’s health benefits through a promotional campaign in the UK
HFSS ‘an exciting opportunity’ for nuts and dried fruit
Major supplier Besana believes new health legislation will strengthen the category and wants to be part of ‘mindshift change’ in food industry
GrubMarket acquires JC Produce
California-based distributor sources produce from South America and Asia for US customers
New drying techniques adopted by SA raisin growers
Drying practices among several initiatives adopted by the South African industry to improve quality
Clare Hamilton-Bate joins Australian Macadamia Society
Peak industry body names new chief executive and provides crop update
Chilean prunes set sustainability standard
New protocol to raise sustainability across industry and add value to exports
Lebanon sees food exports soar
Exports of Lebanese agri-food products have grown significantly since 2019, with grapes seeing a sixteenfold increase
SA Sultanas’ sustainability drive goes on
Raisins South Africa says that higher-than-average rainfall has failed to hold back SA Sultanas’ sustainability efforts
Felixstowe strike ‘regrettable’, says dried fruit and nut supplier
Besana managing director Riccardo Calcagni insists firm’s UK deliveries will not be delayed by planned stoppage at Port of Felixstowe
Cross brand benefits for Australian macadamias
Promotions with Yonsei Dairy and Drop Top reach over 500,000 South Korean consumers
Tata Motors helps Maharashtra growers
Global automobile manufacturer plants fruit and nut trees to help develop farming communities in India
Australian almonds position for growth
Market diversification and sustainability verification set to help Australian almond exports increase
UK trade visit highlights benefits of SA raisins
Visit to leading UK suppliers promotes quality and low residues of South African raisins
Quality and taste of SA Sultanas highlighted in new campaign
The new promotion will build on last year’s European marketing campaign
Positive 2022/23 season expected for prunes
José Tomás Quezada of Pacific Nut Company Chiles says the industry looks healthy with a “good supply-demand relationship”
Lona acquires stake in The Unlimited Group
Leading South African fresh produce companies join forces combining 8m cartons of import and export volume
BayWa invests in dried fruit and nut business
Group’s business unit Cefetra takes majority stake in Hamburg-based Heinrich Brüning
Aldi teams up with Cashew Coast to crack sustainable nut supply
Aldi UK announces new partnership to support sustainable cashew production and supply chain
Rain hits Australian macadamia crop
Forecast reduced after major weather event in New South Wales and Queensland
Syrians struggle with soaring prices
Typical Ramadan staples such as dates are currently unaffordable for millions of Syrians due to an ongoing economic crisis
GPG scoops international trade award
Co-owners said award was a huge boost that would help fuel the company’s international expansion
New logo for Global Plant Genetics
Fruit breeder's rebranded identity will convey global reach and commitment to environmental improvement
Examining NZ’s almond potential
Feasibility study looks at economics of setting up production in Hawke’s Bay
Health benefits of raisins highlighted
Raisins South Africa launches new campaign championing the category as a 'natural powerhouse'
Prunes promote hip-bone health
Findings from major new study highlight prunes as beneficial for hip-bone health and protecting against fractures
Floods hit Australian macadamia crop
Growers in New South Wales and South-East Queensland evaluate orchard damage
California Prunes get seal of approval from UK charity
California Prunes awarded ‘Bone Health Approved’ status by Royal Osteoporosis Society
Australian Macadamia Society looks for new CEO
Jolyon Burnett to step down after 14 years at helm of peak industry body
Raisin forecast falls in South Africa
The country's raisin industry suffers production losses due to above-average rainfall
WMO launches ‘Open Together’ campaign
China-based marketing campaign focuses on boosting in-shell macadamia consumption
New depot for Marquis Macadamias
South African facility helps leading macadamia company keep pace with production growth
