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Hi-tech salad bars power Picadeli’s global growth
The Swedish salad pioneer says it is achieving major success with its foodtech concept
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
Autumncrisp gains ground in Southern Africa
It has been another year of progress for the Autumncrisp grape variety in South Africa
ICA unveils new initiative to boost fruit consumption in the young
Goal is to inspire healthy eating habits and reverse the downward trend in consumption
GFI organises study trip to Copenhagen
Three-day tour will include visits to the Danish capital’s markets and official meetings with local trade bodies and politicians
Consumers ‘will see price rises’ as UK produce firms face border chaos
A lack of detail ahead of planned checks and fees on fresh produce due to go live on 1 July is causing ‘chaos and turmoil’ in the industry
USAID cuts a “threat” to small farmers in developing world
The consequences of the termination of USAID-funded technical assistance programmes are hard to predict for the global fruit and vegetables business, but small producers are likely to be the first to feel an impact
Sunkist spotlights California grapefruit
Group says its grapefruit combo bag is ”tailor-made for summer’s big moments”
US tariffs tear into container shipping firm’s profit margin
Ocean Network Express predicts 75 per cent reduction in full-year profit for 2025/26 as a result of protectionist measures
IFPA unveils 2025 Public Policy Agenda in Washington
Strengthening agriculture, expanding nutrition and advancing trade are the key pillars of the IFPA’s policy
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Del Monte’s Rubyglow Pineapple named Best Food Innovation
Pineapple is recognised at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025, highlighting the company’s ”continued leadership in pineapple innovation”
IGD calls for accelerated AI and robotics adoption
Analyst says greater investment is needed to transform food systems with technology, particularly in the face of the labour cost crunch
Fruitful Ventures underlines quality standards with Bloom brand relaunch
Premium brand is used for select range of products supplied by Olympic Fruit, Hoofdman-Roodzant, and Fresh-Pride
T&G Global expands presence in Asia with new office in Taiwan
Taipei City office is the sixth in-market office in Asia for the New Zealand apple marketer
From Brittany, with pride
Prince de Bretagne’s product manager Pierre Gelebart explains how the collective brand allows small-scale market gardening to continue to thrive
Fruit Logistica: Strategies for adapting to changing markets
This Fresh Produce Forum session looked at how flexibility, resilience and adaptability could be improved to survive successfully in volatile and turbulent markets
Dorì kiwifruit reveals brand refresh and social media launch
Yellow-fleshed fruit will be promoted on range of social media channels as production and demand continues to grow
Dubai chocolate has not caused a pistachio shortage, say experts
There is no lack of supply, say sources, who point to higher production in Turkey and Iran, and a much bigger overall crop worldwide
French organic sales growing again after difficult period
Supermarket saw biggest sales decline after shrinking their organic ranges in response to changing consumer behaviour
Mexican tomato growers voice concerns of Trump tariff
Government in talks with US authorities to try to head off imposition of a 20.91 per cent tariff from July