PSG opens berry genetics to wider European grower market
Steve Nelson, owner and CEO at Plant Sciences Genetics, speaks to Fruitnet about the company’s new open-market portfolio in Europe
Two in five UK farmers consider quitting
With over a quarter making a loss amid rising costs, weather instability and a lack of investment, McCains calls for better policy certainty to protect UK farmers
Source.ag acquires UK AI startup Optimal
Dutch AI firm Source.ag has purchased Optimal, “closing the loop” on autonomous greenhouse control
Catalytic Generators builds European momentum
Company continues to strengthen European presence in markets like Germany, the Netherlands and Italy
Melinda forecasts smaller but high-quality Italian apple harvest
Trentino-based cooperative says it will have fewer apples available in 2026 as European output hits nine-year low
Spain seeks to consolidate position as European tropical fruit powerhouse
Intertropic highlights proximity to market and the ability to harvest fruit at a more advanced stage of ripeness
Nadorcott Spain sets citrus sustainability first
Mandarin becomes first citrus variety to fully measure its carbon inventory, showing a net positive balance of 1.33mn tonnes of CO₂ across 12 seasons
Felix turns to smoothies to tackle food waste
UK food charity’s limited edition surplus waste smoothie coincides with new partnership with innocent drinks
IBO unites leaders in Madrid to analyse next steps for the industry
Event presented key findings from the Global Industry Report 2026/27, which identifies the main forces reshaping the sector
Fitó and Hudson River Biotechnology partner to accelerate plant breeding innovation
Collaboration will broaden genetic diversity of Fitó’s breeding lines
Cuna de Platero wins Most Original Stand at Fruit Attraction
Moguer-based cooperative’s ‘Five Senses’ campaign drew attention of judges at the show
Tosca showcases plastic circular pallet in Madrid
The reusable, recyclable, PPRWR-compliant pallet was developed in partnership with Cabka
Fruit Attraction attendance holds steady in 2026
Ifema and Fepex say Madrid event drew more than 121,000 visitors from over 150 countries, and included ‘record-breaking’ second day
Fruitnet, Planasa and Fall Creek promote Berry Business Week
Companies call on companies to put March dates in their diaries, after confirming four-day programme in Huelva and Seville
Euro Company targets fresh produce aisle with innovative nut packaging
Group is presenting innovative retail pack concepts at Fruit Attraction in Madrid as it seeks to strengthen nuts’ position alongside fresh fruit and vegetables
Italy’s ‘fruit and veg generation’ calls for global collaboration
Association urges producers worldwide to develop similar projects that move towards shared sustainability standard
Jingold partners with Angry Birds for kiwifruit marketing push
AI-powered assistant and dedicated wellness hub help brand to broaden its marketing ambitions as production expands
Sambóa apple brand launches new consumer campaign
Marketing concept is backed by new international platform, with sales forecast to increase by 75 per cent this season
Monterosa broadens its horizons with launch of new pink gazpacho
The new offering kicks off the Monterosa Moments initiative, aimed at finding new ways to enjoy the iconic tomato variety
Talsa/Onesta Europe and Iberian Foods present integrated avocado model
Collaboration aims to offer retailers a more consistent product that is better suited to their sales programmes
Dulcis says it is ‘Ready to love it’ in Madrid
Kiwifruit brand reveals campaign created around everyday moments and a range of consumers, as production passes 4,000 tonnes
WAO Congress maps avocado category’s path to future growth
The Avocado Congress heard that Europe’s avocado market grew 16 per cent in volume in 2025 and still holds significant potential
Sorma launches EVA-700 pre-sizing machine in Madrid
Group has taken the wraps off its EVA-700 automated pre-sizing machine and Ultra-Scan internal defect detection system at Fruit Attraction
Zespri forecasts surge in Northern Hemisphere SunGold output
Production nears 100,000 tonnes as Italy’s orchards expand, helping brand meet rising demand in Europe, North America, and Asia
Antobot unveils new UV-C robot model
UK agri-tech company debuts new UV-C model for powdery mildew in strawberries at Fruit Attraction, as the company targets 300-unit global deployment by 2027
Greenfood Iberica merges with Vegepörssi
Finnish wholesaler Vegepörssi has taken ownership of Greenfood Group’s Spanish business, opening door to further growth in Europe
FairFruit targets full regenerative agriculture transition by 2035
Gent-based group has pledged to embed regenerative agriculture practices across all contracted growers in Peru and Guatemala by 2035
Kanzi is confident heading into the 2026/27 European season
EFC, the exclusive global rights holder for Kanzi apples, has forecast a stable European crop and unveiled a new brand campaign
VentureFruit launches new climate-resilient apple brand, Adore
Premium programme unites multiple climate-resilient varieties under one brand
Nature’s Pride relaunches Eat Me with fresh brand identity
Dutch importer unveils refreshed look for its consumer brand, with a phased packaging roll-out set to continue into 2027
Rabobank sees scale and specialisation as key trends in Europe
New report warns suppliers and wholesalers face mounting pressure from volatile supply, fierce competition, and more powerful retail buyers
SanLucar mandarins to fund South African daycare centre
Company’s Together for a Better Future campaign is part of its Dreams initiative, with at least €35,000 earmarked to support community projects
How can fruit brands convince more consumers to buy?
The Fresh Ideas Show looks at what it takes to build successful fresh produce brands, and how they should talk to consumers in future
Fairtrade raises banana minimum prices amid mounting pressures
Recommended rates to increase as producers face up to extreme weather, disease, and rising sustainability costs
Winterwood launches dedicated European berry supply division
Group introduces a dedicated European division offering retailers across Poland and Central and Eastern Europe 52-week berry supply
Belgian pears see position strengthen as climate reshapes production
Despite growing challenges of heat and drought, Belgian pear producers appreciate their fortune, as conditions worsen further south