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Consumer education key as Sinclair rolls out new compostable label
Sinclair’s senior marketing manager Duncan Jones explains why effective communication with customers and consumers is key to adoption of the new Sinclair-T55 compostable sticker
US imposes further tariffs on China
China’s countermeasures target US agricultural and food products
Another bumper crop expected for Washington apples
Despite initial forecasts, mid-season packouts have 2024/25 crop at 134.6mn cartons – just under 2023/24’s second largest in history which had growers barely breaking even
Kiwi Crunch sees boost in Piqa crop
Production set to increase 26 per cent this season based on harvest to date
T&G and WinCommerce partner to grow Envy apple sales across Vietnam
Following the signing of a new MoU, WinCommerce has agreed to increase ranging and promotions to increase sales of Envy by 50 per cent
Zespri increases household penetration surpassing 100mn households for the first time
Milestone reflects the kiwifruit marketer’s focus on brand-led marketing
Michael Simonetta to retire from Perfection Fresh
Rod Quin appointed as successor and will assume the chief executive role on 1 July 2025
Australian horticulture production value reaches A$17bn
Annual Horticulture Statistics Handbook shows total production value up 4.3 per cent year-on-year
First shipment of Polish apples reaches Indonesia
Arrival comes as Indonesia negotiates comprehensive economic partnership agreement with the EU
Pagoda foreshadows financial losses after challenging 2024
Chinese fresh produce retail chain says weak domestic consumption and store closures affected last year’s performance
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Marquis Group toasts to strong 2024 macadamia season
Leading Australian macadamia grower-processor-marketer closes season with strong sales
Celina now packed in South Africa under QTee brand
South African blushed pears are receiving a boost with selected exporters now sending Celina under a new brand
Thai durian bound for China found contaminated with yellow dye
Thailand’s Agriculture Department has suspended the export licences of 26 durian wholesalers in response
Trump temporarily halts tariff threat against Mexico and Canada
One-month delay comes after US administration receives assurances from Mexican leaders on border controls
Trump’s South Africa statements cause controversy
South Africa reacts to trade threats made by US president Donald Trump
Fresh produce tops inflation-affected goods list in Korea
Asian pears record the highest price jump of more than 70 per cent as local fruit and vegetable production is marred by poor weather
Vietnamese durian exporters turned away at the Chinese border
Durian sellers call on locals for support as they struggle with China’s new screening regulations
Fruit symbols: unpacking the cultural significance of gifting fruit
During the Spring Festival, traditions form the heart of the holidays and celebrations. For me, the ritual begins with a drive in our little Toyota Rav4 to Shanghai’s wholesale market.
Superplum launches distribution centres in Delhi and Bangalore
State-of-the-art facilities feature automated ripening rooms and packing lines as well as integrated low-oxygen chambers to enhance shelf life
Chilean cherry exports to India almost double
Arrival of several sea shipments boosts export numbers as popularity of Chilean cherries grows in India