Melons
All the news and market analysis for worldwide melon Industry, including melon growers, melon production, and the import and export of melons.
Fyffes Honduran melon business receives social responsibility award
The company obtained a final score of 96 per cent in corporate social responsibility audit
Daintree Fresh upgrades for export
Australian melon grower receives grant to upgrade packing facilities bolstering its export capabilities
Continued potential for Tunisian fruits
Soaring costs, including for airfreight, are a huge challenge for Tunisia’s fruit sector, but exports to Libya are on the rise, while European expansion is in sight
Insights aplenty at Rijk Zwaan Melon Event
Expert speakers and new varieties to take centre stage at day-long event near Bangkok on 1 November
Rijk Zwaan faces challenges head on
The Dutch group remains adaptable when facing up to key issues, with its breeding programmes focusing on disease resistance and cost-effectiveness
BASF pushes boundaries with Green Queen artichoke
New hybrid artichoke promises reduction in food waste and significantly higher yields than standard varieties
Year of change for Hillfresh
2022 has seen shifts in IT and logistics while the melon category has been a standout performer, the group’s Dirk van den Heuvel tells Fruitnet
Small increase in Spanish fresh produce imports
Imports of fruit and vegetables for the January-July period rise 1 per cent in volume
Sharp fall in Spain’s July exports
Adverse weather hits production in Spain and leads to drop in export volume and value for July
Rijk Zwaan brings ‘colourful life’ to Bangkok
Breeding company to host melon event in lead-up to Asia Fruit Logistica
Costa Rica sets out stall as premium supplier to UK retailers
The opening of a new trade office in London signals its renewed focus on the UK market with a diverse portfolio of products
Anecoop scoops top marketing award
Second-degree cooperative picks up AEMARK’s prize for excellence in marketing for its Bouquet campaign
Fyffes reports on Honduras melon transformation
Changes to Honduran operations benefit more than 5,000 employees and temporary workers as well as local communities
Peaches the pick of Korean summer
Data from E-Mart shows peaches were the favourite fruit of Korean consumers during the summer months
Casa Brasil festival gears up to celebrate Brazilian food and culture
Fortnight-long event in London will showcase the best of Brazilian produce and feature live cooking demonstrations from the likes of celebrity chef Luciana Berry
Japanese melons on trial in US
Matsui Seed provides Washington State University with eight varieties to trial in US conditions
Fyffes launches gender equality programme in Honduras
The programme aims to train men and women on gender and related issues such as health, home finances, interpersonal relationships and stress management
Orsero Group buys two of France’s leading produce companies
Acquisitions of Groupe Blampin and Capexo will put France on a par with Italy in terms of sales revenue, the Italian company predicts
Opinion: ‘Shipping lines are taking advantage of importers and driving up inflation’
Terry Watts, CEO of UK melon and pineapple importer Vidafresh, says artificially high freight rates are damaging the health of the nation and the fresh produce industry
Fyffes launches Community Medical Brigades in Honduras
Multinational extends medical assistance to Honduran communities during melon off-season
Melon&Co opens its doors
Brazilian melon giant Agricola Famosa has set up a UK subsidiary in Spalding to better supply the UK market year-round
The Natural Fruit Company acquires Hermanos Bruñó
Murcia-based group expands its product range further following acquisition of SG Marzal in February
Del Monte announces Italian melon partnership
Company teams with OP Sermide Ortofruit to offer consumers premium quality, Italian Melons from Valli Salse
Murcia showcases melon and watermelon innovations
Seed companies invite growers and retail buyers from across Europe to see first-hand their latest offerings
Bio Bouquet watermelon scoops innovation award
Anecoop’s mini seedless watermelon wins prize for Best Innovative Product at Organic Food Iberia trade fair
Trade pact for Australian vegetables, onions, melons
Australian fresh produce industries collaborate on export development project
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
