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AnalysisFruit Logistica: Tropical transformation – robust logistics networks for avocados, mangoes and more
The Port of Barcelona’s Carles Mayol looked at the development of logistics and transport networks supporting the surge in demand for tropical fruit
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: New fruits and vegetables by design – part 2
The second of a two-part session on the Fresh Produce Forum stage looked at what must be done to match the expectations of retailers, consumers and policymakers
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: New fruits and vegetables by design – part 1
The first of a two-part session on the Fresh Produce Forum stage discussed new breeding techniques and technology
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CommentAldi announces £67 million store investment
The discounter is planning to create better consumer shopping experience and upgrade refrigeration to lower carbon emissions
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NewsDutch retailers see bigger demand for meal kits
Shoppers in the Netherlands have reportedly spent less on pre-cut vegetables in favour of cheaper ingredient-based multipacks
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ArticleOrganic consumers appreciate Cara Cara oranges, says It’s Bio
The organic Cara Cara orange is a great example of how premium taste can go hand-in-hand with sustainability, according to the It’s Bio project to spread organic values among consumers in Italy, Belgium and Greece
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ArticleUniversity of Leicester calls for collaboration to boost sustainability of local food
The Food and Land Use Summit in Leicester aims to foster a collaborative approach to sustainability, highlighting the importance of local and sustainable food production
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NewsDriscoll’s flies high in Circana brand rankings
Global fresh berry leader has been recognised as the second-placed retail food and beverage brand in Circana’s latest rankings
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ArticlePink Lady apples lay out ambitious plans for 2030
With Pink Lady continuing to buck the downward trend of the European apple category, new president Bruno Bertheloz aims to have 100mn people in Europe enjoying Pink Lady annually
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NewsAMFresh wins Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2025
Onix triumphs in Berlin, with Croptimus by Fermata Technology landing the FLIA Technology prize
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NewsPink Lady says UK retailers drive record sales
Apple brand says the record-breaking Southern Hemisphere season led to the biggest ever volume sold by British retailers
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NewsHortgro launches US stonefruit promotion
Plum Possibilities consumer campaign aims to drive demand for plums and encourage shoppers to participate in the sweepstakes
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NewsTariffs ‘bad news’ for consumers, say produce business leaders
Prices and healthy diets under threat as escalating trade dispute casts shadow over North American market
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ArticleFresh 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
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NewsOlympic Fruit sees grape sales rise as consumer preferences change
The Dutch importer says demand for table grapes has grown, especially for premium white and black varieties
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ArticleMoroccan almond imports continue to rise
Although Morocco is developing its domestic almond production, the nut’s growing popularity among Moroccan consumers means year-round imports, mainly from the US, are vital
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ArticleFruit symbols: unpacking the cultural significance of gifting fruit
David Smith, China general manager, Bloom Fresh 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. The final days before New Year’s Eve are pure chaos ...
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ArticleAusveg backs new outdoor media campaign promoting healthy, affordable vegetables
Campaign spotlights new research showing one extra serve of vegetables a day could save families money, support farmers, and improve health
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ArticleARU leads £2m project to save UK from food shortages
Anglia Ruskin University leads work to avoid collapse of UK’s food system
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NewsDriscoll’s, Hortifrut, and Rabobank share knowledge at Fruitnet Berry Congress 2025
Several of the world’s leading berry companies will take part in Fruitnet’s event on 13-14 March in Rotterdam