Cassie Howard (left) and Leo Li on the opening panel at the Asiafruit Knowledge Centre

A consumer-centric approach drives fresh produce marketing success

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Opportunities abound for marketers meeting consumer trends across emotional connection, digitalisation and health and wellness.

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A consumer-centric approach drives fresh produce marketing success

Opportunities abound for marketers meeting consumer trends across emotional connection, digitalisation and health and wellness.

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