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Fruitbox 113 · Franka Rodriguez, Aldi South Group
Franka talks to Chris about the extension of Aldi South Group’s ethical sourcing model into avocados, with more categories on the horizon
Fruitbox 112 · Daniel Sauvaitre, Interfel
Chris and Daniel look at global trade policy and its impact on the fruit and vegetable business
Fruitbox 111 · Duncan Jones, Sinclair
Duncan talks about Sinclair’s new home-compostable fruit label, described as a “huge step forward” in making fruit and vegetable labelling a 100 per cent sustainable practice
Fruitbox 110 · Gary Marshall, New Covent Garden Market
Gary and Chris champion the value of the wholesale market and look to the future of the business
Joy Wing Mau and Aeon Retail collaborate on Superplum mango launch
Hi-tech salad bars power Picadeli’s global growth
Fairtrade “remains the go-to ethical label” for shoppers
Sollum study offers cucumber lighting insight
Maersk makes solid start to 2025
Fresh-cut fruit trend maintains momentum in Korea
Macfrut: News and highlights from Rimini trade fair
Hi-tech salad bars power Picadeli’s global growth
Fairtrade “remains the go-to ethical label” for shoppers
Sollum study offers cucumber lighting insight
Maersk makes solid start to 2025
Macfrut: News and highlights from Rimini trade fair
Officials support Italy’s fruit and veg business in face of major challenges
Four Frutura companies achieve B Corp certification
Morocco announces new subsidy plan for citrus exports to Europe
Chiquita Panama warns of irreversible losses due to strike
Chilean apple exports set to grow slightly in 2025
New variety boosts South Africa’s early season blueberry business
Import growth reported in Spain
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds and Tropic announce gene editing partnership
ICA unveils new initiative to boost fruit consumption in the young
First South African avocado containers arrive in China
Peruvian pitahaya exports on the up
Apeam exports more than 96,000 tonnes of avos to US for Cinco de Mayo
Autumncrisp gains ground in Southern Africa
Ifad launches first-ever project to help Libyan farmers combat water scarcity
Chestnut Hill Farms announces passing of William Sheridan
Joy Wing Mau and Aeon Retail collaborate on Superplum mango launch
Fairtrade “remains the go-to ethical label” for shoppers
Maersk makes solid start to 2025
Fresh-cut fruit trend maintains momentum in Korea
Aeon and Sumitomo to expand supermarket presence in Vietnam
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds and Tropic announce gene editing partnership
First South African avocado containers arrive in China
Chestnut Hill Farms announces passing of William Sheridan
Maersk upgrades IoT connectivity across its fleet
Strong set of first-quarter results for ICTSI
Fairtrade offers Living Income Reference Prices on demand
China fuels Malaysian durian export uplift
Port of Tauranga, Zespri and TKL sign strategic partnership deal to grow kiwifruit exports
Nutrano Produce Group welcomes new CEO
Soluna apples set sights on China Australian mainland apple exports approved
China certifies seven new BY2 laboratories in Thailand
Thailand heightens food-safety measures for fruit exports
India access offers hope for Brazilian citrus, but challenges await
Comment: Who profits from proprietary produce?
Still room for growth in Chinese cherry market
Greenvale’s net-zero targets approved by SBTi
Big bread deal could offer opportunity for fresh produce
Fairtrade “remains the go-to ethical label” for shoppers
Ex-Total Produce boss Denis Punter joins SoilPoint
Major new Essex glasshouse ‘will replace tomato imports’
Defra refuses to confirm July border checks
Morocco announces new subsidy plan for citrus exports to Europe
Chilean apple exports set to grow slightly in 2025
Sun warning for horticulture workers as survey reveals cancer risk
Innovation and demand ‘driving frozen food sales’
New study unlocks how root cells sense and adapt to soil
Maersk upgrades IoT connectivity across its fleet
Fairtrade offers Living Income Reference Prices on demand
Consumers ‘will see price rises’ as UK produce firms face border chaos
A view from the outside
Dried Lion’s Mane mushrooms launched by Urban Farm-It
Major certification boost for Port of Dover Cargo
Dole successfully closes refinancing of credit facilities
NFU urges election candidates to back British farming
CropCam offers tech boost to vertical farming sector
Southern Forests celebrates a bumper Feijoa season
Port of Tauranga, Zespri and TKL sign strategic partnership deal to grow kiwifruit exports
New Zealand-European Union trade deal delivers export growth
Nutrano Produce Group welcomes new CEO
Soluna apples set sights on China Australian mainland apple exports approved
IFPA ANZ honours Michael Simonetta with inaugural Lifetime Membership Award
Pips 4 Profit project explores economic benefits of robotic harvesting
Auckland Airport constructs new cargo precinct as horticulture airfreight climbs
Korean Shine Muscat grapes get Australian green light
New Zealand persimmon exports rise 20 per cent
Nuffield scholar finds keys to successful education programmes
Coming soon: Produce Plus Hort Connections edition
Australia showcases industry at Tokyo gala dinner
Australian biosecurity report recommends Vietnamese pomelo imports
T&G Global expands presence in Asia with new office in Taiwan
Australian mainland apples gain access to China
End Food Waste Australia appoints new CEO
Climate pressure puts NZ apple exporter Scales on alert
Dorì kiwifruit reveals brand refresh and social media launch
Last day for Fresh Produce Vietnam discount
Import growth reported in Spain
First South African avocado containers arrive in China
Apeam exports more than 96,000 tonnes of avos to US for Cinco de Mayo
Mission Produce adds Michael Sims to board
Mexican state of Morelos moves closer to avocado exports
Fruitful Ventures underlines quality standards with Bloom brand relaunch
UK’s first citrus grove is ‘sign of warmer climate’
Mission Produce inaugurates Guatemala packhouse
Registrations now open for Fruitnet Tropicals Congress
Analysis: Range of fruit drives South Africa’s export growth
Mexican avocado industry unveils new sustainability plan
Costa trials laser etching on avocados in Easter promotion
More Mexican avocados for 2025
AFM puts guacamole centre stage for Cinco de Mayo
Fresh Del Monte buys majority stake in avocado oil business Avolio
Brazilian avocados expand export markets
Dynamism on display at Fresh Produce India
Rains bring cheer to Spain’s tropical fruit sector
Eosta reports consumer enthusiasm for rain-grown avos
Apeam welcomes tariff decision on Mexican avocados
Morocco announces new subsidy plan for citrus exports to Europe
Nutrano Produce Group welcomes new CEO
India access offers hope for Brazilian citrus, but challenges await
Comment: Who profits from proprietary produce?
Sunkist spotlights California grapefruit
India to allow citrus imports from Brazil
Dutch duo form Prime Fruit Partners
Citrus helps drive record DP World Sokhna Q1 throughput
Complete Southern African citrus forecast confirmed
UK’s first citrus grove is ‘sign of warmer climate’
Sun World partners with Clarifresh to boost quality control
MFC adds character with new brands
Strong start to 2025 for Spanish exports
Australian biosecurity report recommends Vietnamese pomelo imports
Chinese pomelo campaign off to strong start
Analysis: Range of fruit drives South Africa’s export growth
ProCitrus calls for new citrus investment in Peru
Changing export markets is easier said than done
Chilean citrus exports to grow 11 per cent this season
More Peruvian fruit heading for Chile
New variety boosts South Africa’s early season blueberry business
Comment: Who profits from proprietary produce?
Fruitful Ventures underlines quality standards with Bloom brand relaunch
Driscoll’s appoints new chief people officer
Strong start to 2025 for Spanish exports
Comment: Fruitist is on the verge of something berry big
Analysis: Range of fruit drives South Africa’s export growth
Aldi backs British strawberry growers
Scottish berries aid world-record rowing attempt
Hortifrut celebrates worldwide B Corp certification
Agrovision rebrands to Fruitist
BelOrta and Hoogstraten join forces on Belgian blues
Co-op first to sell 100 per cent British strawberries this year
Angus Soft Fruits boss publishes report on growing share of value chain
Colombian blueberries eye new export opportunities
Sunny weather brings glut of UK strawberries
The wild potential of AI
Korean strawberries gain access to Brazil
Record high for US strawberry exports
Big names in business gather at Fresh Produce Vietnam
Fairtrade “remains the go-to ethical label” for shoppers
Clear link to responsibly made products is recognised by consumers of all ages, new research shows
Southern Forests celebrates a bumper Feijoa season
Chiquita Panama warns of irreversible losses due to strike
Import growth reported in Spain
First South African avocado containers arrive in China
Fairtrade offers Living Income Reference Prices on demand
Peruvian pitahaya exports on the up
Apeam exports more than 96,000 tonnes of avos to US for Cinco de Mayo
China fuels Malaysian durian export uplift
Mission Produce adds Michael Sims to board
Nutrano Produce Group welcomes new CEO
Defra refuses to confirm July border checks
Autumncrisp gains ground in Southern Africa
Consumers ‘will see price rises’ as UK produce firms face border chaos
Comment: Who profits from proprietary produce?
Dutch duo form Prime Fruit Partners
Korean Shine Muscat grapes get Australian green light
CBIC reforms to improve India’s air cargo process
Australia showcases industry at Tokyo gala dinner
Sun World partners with Clarifresh to boost quality control
Southern African grape growers weigh up new cultivar options
AgroFresh helps growers pick right time to harvest
Analysis: Range of fruit drives South Africa’s export growth
Turkish crops hit by severe frost
Brazilian fruit industry welcomes new China shipping route
More Peruvian fruit heading for Chile
Southern African grape season ends on a high
South African grape exports “at risk” of Trump tariffs
Big names in business gather at Fresh Produce Vietnam
GrubMarket acquires Delta Fresh Produce
New table grape varietals going strong in Peru
Major new Essex glasshouse ‘will replace tomato imports’
Defra refuses to confirm July border checks
Food security starts at home
Strong start to 2025 for Spanish exports
Fresh Direct launches new products
Mexican tomato growers voice concerns of Trump tariff
Source.ag partners with Axia Vegetable Seeds
FPAA calls for end of Tomato Suspension Agreement
Duroc tomatoes strengthen position on European market
The wild potential of AI
BelOrta launches Belgian Aromia cherry vine tomato
GrubMarket acquires Delta Fresh Produce
Retailer reports increase in vegetable purchases
Research points to positive effect of Poly4 on soil health
Dutch experts explore India’s greenhouse potential
New Belgian campaign targets growth in Norway and UK
Sakata gets closer to the customer
Goodness Grown and Premier Fresh Australia announce strategic partnership
BTGA gears up for British Tomato Fortnight
Fruit Logistica: Mediterranean marvels – how can logistics companies unlock North Africa’s export potential?
Comment: Who profits from proprietary produce?
Coming soon: FPJ Festival of Fresh Special
East of England Co-op trials new date brand
Korea builds smart farm in Saudi Arabia to drive ag-tech exports
Dubai chocolate has not caused a pistachio shortage, say experts
Chile advances toward a trade agreement with UAE
Turkish stonefruit battles through cold spell
Syria resumes exports of fruit and vegetables
Egypt and Jordan on the rise in premium strawberries
DP World reports record revenue
Topian seeks global partners to transform Saudi food production
Itaueira and MBR Company join forces in Mideast export push
USAID cuts a “threat” to small farmers in developing world
Dorì kiwifruit reveals brand refresh and social media launch
European apricot volumes to return to normal after bumper 2024 crop
Dubai chocolate has not caused a pistachio shortage, say experts
Jingold expands yellow kiwifruit production in Greece
Turkish crops hit by severe frost
Freskon 2025 opens its doors
Turkish stonefruit battles through cold spell
Cold prompts Turkey to halt lemon exports
Freskon developing international character
Spring brings challenges for stonefruit in south-east Europe
Coming soon: FPJ Mediterranean Special
Freskon back in Thessaloniki with packed agenda
Fresh Produce Vietnam
13-14 May 2025, Ho Chi Minh City
Fresh Produce Vietnam is Fruitnet’s brand-new conference and networking expo event for Vietnam’s booming fresh fruit and vegetable business. It is a platform for companies to present their offerings to the local and international trade.
Macfrut: News and highlights from Rimini trade fair
Officials support Italy’s fruit and veg business in face of major challenges
Coming soon: FPJ Festival of Fresh Special
IFPA unveils 2025 Public Policy Agenda in Washington
Coming soon: Produce Plus Hort Connections edition
Del Monte’s Rubyglow Pineapple named Best Food Innovation
Fruit Logistica: Strategies for adapting to changing markets
Registrations now open for Fruitnet Tropicals Congress
Last day for Fresh Produce Vietnam discount
French plum production set to rise
South Africa-India trade agreement hopes raised
Corbana announces dates of 10th International Banana Congress
Apple celebration days in the Cape
Strong industry alliances support Asia Fruit Logistica’s China Meet Up 2025
Freskon 2025 opens its doors
Murcian growers explore new opportunities in Canada
GreenTech Americas sees 22 per cent rise in visitor numbers
Freskon developing international character
Dynamism on display at Fresh Produce India
Fruit Logistica: Go with the flow – how can digital technology streamline supply chains?
Colombian blueberries eye new export opportunities
LatAm countries mull impact of Trump tariffs
Frutura acquires Colombia’s Montana Fruits
Equilibria makes first-ever shipment of South American limes to Tampa
Fruit Logistica: After the watershed – Colombia’s new port offers fresh chance to compete
Avocados from Colombia braced for US expansion
Joy Wing Mau and Aeon Retail collaborate on Superplum mango launch
India access offers hope for Brazilian citrus, but challenges await
India to allow citrus imports from Brazil
CBIC reforms to improve India’s air cargo process
Comment: Fruitist is on the verge of something berry big
South Africa-India trade agreement hopes raised
India and Israel strengthen agricultural partnership
Dynamism on display at Fresh Produce India
Fresh Produce India Awards: winners announced
Dutch experts explore India’s greenhouse potential
First lemons of the South African season arrive in India
New Zealand and India strengthen horticultural ties