All Sustainability articles – Page 14
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NewsNinety per cent of Mexican avocado exports certified free from deforestation
According to Secma, 37 packhouses in Michoacán and Jalisco have obtained Pro Forest Avocado certification to date
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NewsOSY Group partners with Multisteps for Australian expansion
The collaboration will see OSY Group’s shelf-life extending technology applied to fresh fruit and vegetable packaging in Australia
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NewsEosta launches new-season organic South African table grapes
The 2025/26 season includes several new varieties with better sizing, shelf-life and overall quality, as demand for organic grapes continues to grow
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NewsBella Fruitiva sees UK lychee potential
Despite climatic challenges facing the island of Mauritius, exporter Bella Fruitiva continues to see good opportunities for its exotics, including breadfruit and fresh lychees
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FeaturesSouth African citrus industry is on the path to true sustainability
Albert Coetzee explores how the sector is navigating the transition from compliance-focused audits to meaningful sustainability partnerships
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CommentComment: Why compostable fruit labels are the future of fresh produce packaging
The fresh produce industry is turning to certified compostable labels as a strategic response to environmental, regulatory and consumer pressures
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CommentComment: Data is unseen key to post-harvest profit
How to prevent waste? Improved handling and logistics are vital, but bigger opportunities lie in better planning, writes Carmen Berkhout of Source
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NewsICTSI announces R$948mn expansion of Rio Brasil Terminal
The R$948mn project will boost the terminal’s capacity from 440,000 TEUs to 750,000 TEUs annually between 2025 and 2029
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NewsFruit sales surge to become fastest-growing category
Strong berry and grape sales have helped fruit become the fastest growing category in UK grocery as Brits shift to healthier diets, according to new figures
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NewsMorrisons outlines new emissions-reduction targets
New targets cover entire value chain, including emissions from farming
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NewsFyffes publishes fourth annual human rights report
The fresh produce giant’s 2024 report demonstrates continued progress in embedding responsible business practices throughout its supply chain
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FeaturesPrimland primed for growth of gold kiwi
With production on the rise in France, Portugal and Greece, kiwifruit marketer Primland is ready to respond to increasing consumer demand
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NewsFresh Inset trials show pear shelf-life extended eight days
Argentine trials show William’s pears packed in MCPBag with Vidre+ ripened slower than those in standard packaging
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NewsCo-op to require all UK produce to be LEAF certified
Retailer is rolling out the compulsory certification across its British supply chain throughout 2026 after consultation with its grower group
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FeaturesBelgium’s Hoogstraten increasing visibility in UK
Belgian strawberry exports to the UK are on the up, according to Hoogstraten’s Jan Engelen, who also has high hopes for specialty tomatoes
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PodcastsMergers, acquisitions and American ownership
In the latest episode of the Fresh Produce Journal Podcast: is the recent M&A activity in fresh produce a sign of industry consolidation?
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NewsRijk Zwaan opens new breeding greenhouse
De Lier facility expands company’s breeding capacity for tomatoes, sweet peppers and aubergines
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CommentBreeders respond to EU proposal on gene edited crops
Some of the world’s leading plant breeders share their thoughts on this week’s landmark EU agreement to allow gene-edited fruits and vegetables
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NewsTesco ramps up plans to boost biodiversity of land in food production
Supermarket is working with AMFresh, G’s, Branston and others on the initiative
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NewsG’s releases ESG report via video for first time
Leading salad grower G’s has released a cinematic sustainability report, bringing to life diverse stories, voices and sustainability achievements