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Essential stories, analysis and research from Europe’s fresh produce markets, with a focus on imports, retail, wholesale, marketing, and consumers.
Anecoop named Cooperative of the Year in Spain
The Spanish fresh produce cooperative receives national recognition for best practices in sustainability, innovation and economic development
Certification matters for compostable claims, says Sinclair
Sinclair’s Duncan Jones discusses sustainability claims, consumer understanding, and the value of transparency and clarity
Driscoll’s hits back at critics of its food safety record
Berry giant responds to pesticide concerns by highlighting food safety efforts, and calls for constructive, fact-based dialogue
Have A Plant partners with WICShopper App in US
The Foundation for Fresh Produce has partnered with the WICShopper App to create a dedicated Fruit & Veggie Hub
Analysis: Summer surge of stonefruit expected as congestion continues
Fruitnet Insights’ weekly fresh fruit and vegetable update from the GCC markets, brought to you in partnership with Global Star Group
Record sales for Zespri as 2025 results released
Strong 2025 season across all categories reflects global demand for kiwifruit
Driscoll’s defends compliance record after pesticide testing report
Berry supplier responds to consumer group report and says its production remains in ‘full compliance’ with US food safety laws
Albertsons builds AI quality control tool for fruit and veg
Retailer welcomes next step towards ‘future of agentic commerce’ as it works with Google to roll out system for berries and grapes
US imposes duties on subsidised Canadian mushroom imports
The US Department of Commerce has determined that Canadian mushroom producers benefitted from unfair government subsidies
Asda unveils major fresh and frozen range revamp
Retailer has announced the biggest upgrade across product, price and in-store environment in recent years, included dedicated staff in fresh produce aisles, free fruit for children and new lower prices
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Oddbox and Mindful Chef unite at Oakland International site
Fresh produce delivery service opens door to expansion as it joins meal kit company at Redditch distribution centre
Vignola cherries return with optimistic forecast
Producers in northern Italian region say they expect to maintain market presence into early July as new campaign begins
Aldi Süd brings back exclusive Aldina strawberry variety
Retailer reintroduces fruit grown with partner Frutania and offers customers money-back guarantee as German season
European healthy eating campaign lauded at Smile Festival 2026
The Plant Identity Crisis campaign, part of the “A Healthier Europe” project, received eight awards at festival
Chiquita joins Fresh Express and Planet Harvest on Fresh Communities Tour
US-based initiative expands access to fresh, nutritious food and has already distributed 10,000 fresh food boxes
Oppy celebrates 25 years as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
Recognition comes as Oppy continues to expand its global operations following its strategic integration with Dole Diversified North America
Minor, Weir & Willis launches ‘linerless’ avocado packaging
Supplier collaborates with partners to develop sustainable solution for best-selling ready-to-eat twin-packs
Zespri runs debut TV advert in UK as Morrisons sells first branded packs
Kiwifruit brand’s British market promotions now part of wider European campaign, with further retail partnerships expected to drive demand
Analysis: Jeddah port congestion and a quality tax on delayed shipments
Fruitnet Insights’ weekly fresh fruit and vegetable update from the GCC markets, brought to you in partnership with Global Star Group
ClemenGold adopts Sinclair’s compostable T55 label
ClemenGold partners with labelling leader Sinclair to utilise the world’s first fruit label certified for both home and industrial composting