Sustainability
News and analysis for the international fresh produce business on the theme of sustainability. What is the fruit and vegetable industry doing to protect people, planet, and profit?
Partnership brings organic Tatayoyo to Austria year-round
Grower Veganis teams with an Austrian retailer to bring the pepper to the latter’s premium organic range
Happy Berry gets a fresh look
Hyroponically-grown, sustainable strawberries are putting a focus on taste, Oppy says
AgriLook connects the dots for growers
Developed by Preston Waldon, new software tool AgriLook aims to “help farmers stay ahead of the curve” by delivering forward-looking intelligence
Coming soon: FPJ Mediterranean Special
FPJ’s Mediterranean Special explores the big challenges and opportunities facing suppliers in the region, including climate change and new varieties
Vip puts apple growers at centre of new campaign
Farmers at heart of new project, with several sharing stories on social media and even taking part in store tastings
IFPA presents policy solutions to MAHA Commission
Association sets recommendations to address diet-related chronic diseases for a healthier America
Move to circular economy ‘boosts UK’s resilience’
Keith James, member of the Circular Economy Taskforce and head of public sector partnerships and policy and insights at WRAP, on why the organisation is backing the government’s circular economy plans
Challenges force fresh produce operators to consider future
Global Coalition of Fresh Produce report on price and value chains finds 70 per cent of operators are thinking of exiting the industry within the next two to three years
Dole orders 400 Star Cool 1.1 units with Sekstant telematics
Dole is upgrading its reefer containers in order to gain more detailed data insights and improve overall operational efficiency
Research points to positive effect of Poly4 on soil health
Anglo American and Biome Makers have formed a collaboration to assess the impact of low-carbon fertiliser Poly4 on the soil microbiome
Vip’s herbicide-free apples attract market premium
Consortium’s new environmentally friendly line already has the backing of several growers in its home region of Val Venosta
Food safety officer to depart IFPA
Natalie Dyenson is leaving the association, with a search for her replacement “starting immediately”
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Dutch experts explore India’s greenhouse potential
Market demand for premium crops including berries, tomatoes, peppers and salads is said to be increasing
Reybanpac one of top 10 job-generating companies in Ecuador
Company was the only banana producer and exporter to receive an award at the Talent Summit Ecuador 2025
Three Italian apple suppliers form new association
Alpoma APO brings together Vog, Vip, and Vog Products, who together will focus on R&D, sustainability and new commercial projects
Report identifies new revenue from crop waste
A new report from Growing Kent & Medway highlights the untapped potential of waste from horticultural crops
Red Tractor commits farm assurance scheme to wide-ranging improvements
The food assurance scheme promises significant improvements following publication of the Farm Assurance Review
Fruit breeder CIV names new general manager
Former commercial director Federico Stanzani takes on lead role as consortium targets future growth
Spar sells Trudi’s bananas in UK first
Retailer’s primary wholesaler James Hall & Co says premium-branded fruit has boosted sales following shift in consumer demand
Rooted in innovation: Macfrut 2025 unites science and agriculture
The International Potato Symposium and the International Symposium on Biotechnological Tools in Horticulture are among the highlights of Macfrut’s 42nd edition
New Belgian campaign targets growth in Norway and UK
Vlam has unveiled a three-year project designed to raise awareness of Belgium’s premium quality fruit and vegetables
Anecoop recognised for its academic and social commitment
Company honoured by CIRIEC-Spain for its support of teaching of cooperativism and response to Dana
FCC and Zespri complete first-ever biofuel kiwifruit charter
The shipment kicked off the 2025/26 season in Greater China
Weather, currency and logistics challenges push Kakuzi to pre-tax loss
The Kenyan exporter says its avocado business saw a major dowturn in profits last year
Genesis Fresh and TEO launch premium mandarins
Groups say the introduction of Havva and Sigal marks the next chapter of the Volcani Project and extends the Orri mandarin campaign
Vertical farm giant Plenty files for bankruptcy
Bezos-backed vertical farm company, which recently partnered with Driscoll’s, secures bridging loan as restructuring begins
Sakata gets closer to the customer
Matthieu Maxant, chief operating officer at Sakata Vegetables Europe, outlines how the seed company’s customer-centric approach is driving its innovative breeding programmes
Food banks ‘forced to dispose of retailer food waste’
New research by environmental charity exposes stark reality of food redistribution in the UK
Australian banana campaign brings new energy to market
Australian Bananas’ latest promotional project aims to reach consumers across a number of different channels
Oishii buys into robotics revolution with Tortuga takeover
Acquisition sees company’s vertical berry farm take another big step towards fully autonomous harvesting
Big businesses unite to launch sustainable farming pilot
Routes to Regen project aims to show how cross-sector support can boost regen ag
Fyffes recognised for environmental sustainability contribution
Group wins the ‘Sustainable Project of the Year: Agrifood’ 2025 award at the PwC Business Post Sustainable Business Awards in Dublin
Areflh marks 25 years at Valencia event
The Assembly of European Horticultural Regions (Areflh) will hold a conference on the future of agriculture in Valencia next month as it celebrates its 25th anniversary
Fruit Logistica: Mediterranean marvels – how can logistics companies unlock North Africa’s export potential?
The Logistics Hub session explored North Africa’s growing influence and focused on infrastructure, services and strategies for growth
Plan for plastic?
Consumers in the UK are nearly unanimous in their loathing for plastic packaging, and the UK government’s Extended Producer Responsibility policy is set to turn the screw on plastic
WRAP CEO Harriet Lamb set to leave
The NGO has begun the process of finding a new leader, as Harriet Lamb prepares to join the Green Party as CEO