Essential stories, analysis and research from Europe’s fresh produce markets, with a focus on imports, retail, wholesale, marketing, and consumers.
The US mango market remains buoyant, in spite of recent supply problems, according to Dan Spellman, marketing director for the National Mango Board (NMB).
New fresh produce CDC designed to speed up delivery of products including fruit and vegetables to 700+ stores in Netherlands and Belgium
As Kiku Variety Management celebrates 25 years in business, the success of this white-skinned variety points to a bright future for the club apple specialist
Company launches new website and movie inviting partners and customers to ‘Be part of the Olympic journey’
From this year, cooperatives in Extremadura and Andalusia will join those from Murcia, Valencia, Aragón and Catalonia
The high price point of Dutch producer Looye Kwekers’ premium tomatoes raises expectations, but the company’s commitment to delivering the best taste means consumers should never be disappointed
UK government postpones start of physical checks on EU food imports for sixth time to avoid “serious disruption” at the border, according to report
This season’s excellent cherry quality and high calibres are perfect for the German market, says Yigit Gökyigit, commercial coordinator at Turkish grower-exporter Alanar Fruit Company
Europe and North America director Steven Martina confirms plan for bigger marketing campaign this year as the company targets sale of around 70m trays in Europe
Whether it’s selecting the right strawberry varieties, marketing to consumers or overcoming challenges like climate change and high costs, Michiel Vermeiren, business unit manager fruit at Belgian cooperative Hoogstraten, sees cooperation as vital
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Premium cheese brand marketed alongside SanLucar tomatoes in German supermarkets
Retailer responds to criticism from Latin American industry groups and argues sales price does not always reflect the amount paid to suppliers
Cost pressures, supply chain disruption, and the threat of ToBRV are taking their toll on the British tomato sector, but Alex Margerison-Smith of Keelings sees opportunities for innovative growers with a focus on premium varieties
Unless the supply of bananas into European markets can be managed somehow, shippers in Latin America, Africa and the Caribbean will always be at the mercy of retailers.
Italian consortium seizes opportunity to boost its produce portfolio with the development of another exclusive club variety
Group of Latin American banana industry associations say retailer has abandoned its commitments on sustainable and ethical supply
Ruud Kaagman, Syngenta Vegetable Seeds global crop unit head tomato, tells Fruitnet that the category continues to innovate, evolve and grow despite the challenge of ToBRFV
Cucumbers, leeks and peppers sourced from the Netherlands will no longer be sold in plastic packaging, says retailer
The acquisition of the island’s biggest supplier is one of the sector’s most significant events in years
New mobile retail displays bring together consortium’s top brands in one place