Melons
All the news and market analysis for worldwide melon Industry, including melon growers, melon production, and the import and export of melons.
Adriëlle Dankier named as new CEO of Nature’s Pride
Dutch importer confirms current chief executive officer Fred van Heyningen will step down as of 1 June
Pure Flavor launches North America’s first commercial greenhouse melon
Solara is a personal-sized, sustainably grown melon with a sweet, tropical flavour
Anecoop maintains commitment to inclusion through sport
Bouquet’s sponsorship of two events marks beginning of 2022 promotional activities centred on inclusive sport
CMR Infinita obtains IFS Food certification
Accreditation is part of CMR’s continuous efforts to guarantee the supply of safe and quality products
Anecoop’s Bouquet seedless watermelon turns 30
The product has revolutionised European watermelon market and become a mainstay in Anecoop’s summer line-up
MedFEL gives floor to experts
MedFEL returns to Perpignan at the end of April for a two-day exhibition and a conference focused on the big sustainability issues
Martin Lishman expands shock sensor range
Pineapple, sweet potato, Galia melon and coconut are the latest additions to the ImpacTrack data logger range
AM Fresh opens new facility in Perpignan
Commercial office and distribution centre positions company to sell direct to retail in France, Italy and Benelux
Russian imports must reroute after old lines are cut
With shipping services and financial mechanisms out of action, suppliers must rethink their options, says market agent
Fyffes appoints former Chiquita packaging expert
Claudio Finol, who joins company as its chief innovation officer, says he is "very excited" about his new role
Brazil seeks to galvanise fruit exports
Abrafrutas calls for push to finalise negotiation on Mercosur-EU Free Trade Agreement
Green light for Liquidseal in Brazil
Expanded regulatory status offers business opportunities in the Brazilian market, according to Liquidseal Fruits
Agroponiente gears up for spring campaign
Group expects strong prices to continue as it prepares for transition from winter to spring crops
Watermelon: superfood superhero?
New research suggests eating watermelon supports heart and gut health, as well as weight control
Jupiter unveils recycled packaging solution
The company’s 400g watermelon and pineapple packs will be the first in the new line to hit the market
Produce getting priced out of reefers
Rising reefer rates are making seafreight unaffordable for certain fresh produce categories
New approach for Nishijima Horticultural Park
Japanese farm turns to export and international production as Covid-19 disrupts local customer base
Japanese growers turn to new varieties
Number of newly registered varieties surges as industry searches for value amid declining production
Brazil smashes through US$1bn export barrier
High demand, attractive exchange rate and bumper harvests were behind the increase, Abrafrutas said
Resilient approach from Australian melons
Industry has adapted to Covid disruption and poor weather to stay connected with export markets
Imports increasing in Spain
January-October period of 2021 saw county's fresh produce imports climb in volume and value
Tunisian fruit exports rise
The North African country experienced a significant increase in exports of fruit last year, with neighbouring Libya the primary destination
CHEP recognises Fyffes for sustainable savings
Logistics firm rewards Fyffes for saving materials and reducing emissions by implementing its pallet pooling method
Nine-month growth for Spanish trade
Fresh produce imports and export both increased during the January-September period
China to import more tropical fruit
Asean members set to benefit from China’s ambition to buy Rmb 150bn of agricultural products over next five years
BASF showcases new products
Group highlights healthy and sustainable developments at this year's Fruit Attraction
Bright prospects for Sunup melons
Premium cantaloupe range from BASF, which indicates ripeness and boasts long shelf life, now available year round
BayWa forms Global Produce subsidiary
Group unveils separate brand identity for new company, which includes T&G Global, BaWa Obst, and TFC Holland
Spain registers further import growth
Bananas, avocados and apples led the way as Spain imported more fresh produce in the first seven months of the year
Fyffes completes Honduras assessment
Community members at Choluteca melon farms surveyed on their economic, environmental and social concerns
Melon sector issues cost warning
Central American countries want higher production costs to be shared along supply chain
XAG robot helps Japanese growers
Self-driving robots spray a variety of fruit crops in trials to ease labour burden
Hazel Tech strengthens melon programme
Group enters third year of protecting Grower Alliance's premium melon output
Afghanistan’s fresh fruit exporters search for solutions
Flights grounded and air corridors closed following collapse of Afghanistan government
Hazera launches new watermelons
Three seedless varieties have been introduced in Murcia
HM Clause, Hazera showcase melon novelties
Companies present latest melon and watermelon offerings to European retailers in Murcia
