Retail news from Eurofruit – Page 6
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ArticleOzblu Global Conference returns
United Exports hosts international blueberry event in South Africa’s Western Cape focusing on customer-led innovation
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ArticleReasons for optimism despite challenges, say topfruit experts
A lengthy list of challenges is a concern for all in the apple and pear business, but WAPA representatives speaking from Prognosfruit 2022 in Belgrade highlighted the sector’s continued positivity
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ArticleAhold Delhaize makes sustainability hire
Jan Ernst de Groot is appointed as the new chief sustainability officer of the European retailer
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ArticleBonduelle records growth in annual revenue
The French prepared food and salad specialist said its performance during the current challenging environment demonstrated the resilience of its business
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ArticleFresh produce leads the way in Spain
Fresh fruit and vegetables took the biggest share of the country’s household consumption in 2021
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ArticleJoin us for Asiafruit Congress Online Preview
Free online market briefing on 7 September prepares visitors for Asia Fruit Logistica and Asiafruit Congress this November
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ArticleEcuador banana exports fall in first half of 2022
Ukraine war, climatic factors, higher production costs and container shortages cited as main reasons for contraction
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ArticleAfruibana backs fair introduction of living wages
How a “Living Wage” will be calculated and updated requires a global consensus, the organisation stated, while the costs of implementation must be shared
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ArticleTrade mourns loss of leading Italian fresh produce buyer
Annabella Donnarumma, an experienced fresh produce buyer and much-loved member of the Italian trade, has died unexpectedly
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ArticleCMR Group opens Portuguese subsidiary
CMR Portugal will provide a wide range of premium produce to customers throughout Portugal year-round
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ArticleUK expected to feel impact of Italy drought
With a third of agricultural production in Italy reportedly under threat, the UK could see produce shortages and further price rises
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ArticleNew company Sipo London UK to promote best of Italy
Italian group’s Made in Italy subsidiary will supply a range of fresh produce, wine, oil, rice, and potentially coffee too
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ArticleEgyptians cut produce purchases as inflation bites
Inflation in Egypt officially reached 14.7 per cent in June, affecting imports and causing consumers to reduce their grocery spending
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ArticleUK ports threaten post-Brexit legal action
British ports are considering legal action after spending millions on potentially redundant post-Brexit border control facilities
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ArticleLove Fresh Cherries predicts strong UK season
Over 6,000 tonnes of home-grown cherries are expected to hit supermarket shelves this year
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ArticleQuality shines through in gloomy 2022
During the Global Avocado Congress, Roger Armitage of Halls spoke about the challenges facing the company in 2022 and future growth opportunities
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ArticleDutch government looks at best taxes for healthy diets
As part of its National Prevention Agreement, the Netherlands is lining up a reduction in VAT on fruit and vegetables to zero
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ArticleFruPro, Kölla UK and FareShare unite to fight waste
FruPro believes its collaboration with importer Kölla UK and charity network FareShare show the fight against waste is gaining momentum
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ArticleUK trade visit highlights benefits of SA raisins
Visit to leading UK suppliers promotes quality and low residues of South African raisins
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ArticleNature’s Pride takes consumers on Avocado Tour
Led by new consumer research, Europe’s largest avocado importer wants more people to understand how they can use the fruit in different ways