Supply news from Asiafruit
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         News NewsIfco study confirms reusable packaging containers outperform single-use alternativesAn updated 2025 Life Cycle Assessment has scientifically demonstrated the environmental advantages of reusable packaging containers over single-use alternatives in the North American fresh produce market 
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         News NewsChilean Cherry Committee pegs 2025/26 export crop at 131mn cartonsThe figure represents a slight increase on last season’s total 
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         News NewsNew breakthrough in management of HLBChina-based research team has developed an eco-biological control approach to combatting citrus disease 
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         News NewsClemenGold International reaffirms strategic focus after successful seasonSouth African citrus marketer ClemenGold International has outlined its strategic approach following another successful soft citrus season, highlighting brand-led marketing successes in India and year-round supply innovations through Chinese partnerships 
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         News NewsInnovar partners to develop Procado avocado rootstock IP worldwideAustralian-bred proprietary rootstock offers the potential for significant improvements in yield, tree habit and Phytophthora resistance 
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         News NewsKiwifruit drives New Zealand’s fruit export growthFresh fruit exports generated NZ$5.68bn FOB in 2025, up 42 per cent on 2024 results 
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         News NewsFinal charter for New Zealand kiwifruit season sets sail for JapanOver 5,000 tonnes of Zespri Green kiwifruit expected to arrive in Tokyo mid-November 
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         News NewsMohammad Abu-Ghazaleh highlights “intensified” banana supply threatFresh Del Monte’s chairman and CEO Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh has intensified warnings about growing threats to global banana supplies, citing the spread of devastating diseases across key producing regions and mounting financial pressures on growers 
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         News NewsFresh Del Monte reports net loss despite higher salesFresh Del Monte Produce has reported a net loss of US$29.1mn for the third quarter of 2025, despite net sales increasing to US$1.021bn, as the company moves to divest its Mann Packing business operations 
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         News NewsMaersk inaugurates Belcon Cold Store in Cape TownLogistics giant Maersk has officially opened its new Belcon Cold Store facility in Cape Town as part of a more than US$100mn investment in South Africa’s cold chain infrastructure 
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         News NewsSouth African stonefruit exports forecast to growSouth African stonefruit producers are forecasting strong growth in nectarines this season, while there will be modest increases for plums and peaches, with overall export volumes expected to rise 6 per cent compared to the previous season 
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         News NewsTru-Cape forecasts 5-7 per cent cherry production increase with excellent qualitySouth African cherry growers in Ceres are expecting a bumper season with production up 5-7 per cent and exceptional fruit quality, thanks to ideal spring weather conditions that delivered perfect rainfall and sunshine timing 
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         News NewsHello Kitty campaign returns to promote Japanese fruit and and vegetable exportsHello Kitty Japanese Fruit Hunt mobile game launched across Asia 
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         News NewsThe Philippines grants market access to Peruvian avocadosAuthorities from both countries signed a bilateral work plan outlining the terms for the fruit’s entry into the Philippines 
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         News NewsSouth African fruit leaders welcome China stonefruit accessStonefruit orchards in South Africa have been provisionally registered with the country’s Department of Agriculture in anticipation of gaining market access to China following the signing of a historic trade protocol 
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         News NewsPeruvian blues target new Asian marketsNegotiations to secure access to Vietnam, New Zealand and Japan reportedly at an advanced stage 
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         News NewsFrutas de Chile signs MoU with Chongqing wholesale marketNew agreement will help enhance Chilean fruit supply into Chongqing and the surrounding region 
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         News NewsChilean cherry exporters face decisive seasonAfter last season’s dismal returns, quality, discipline, and diversification hold the key to recovery 
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         News NewsEarly rain damages China’s Shandong apple cropCrop quality in one of China’s major apple-producing regions is expected to be down this season 
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         News NewsPeru launches promotional avocado campaign across ChinaOnline and in-store activations drive 50 per cent increase in market price