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News updates for the European fresh produce business.
RSA deciduous fruit industry counts cost of storm damage
Losses to pome and stonefruit sector estimated to be as high as R6.3bn
Italian fresh produce sales edge up despite economic concerns
Household fruit and vegetable purchases remained stable in the first quarter, but doubt remains over consumer confidence
Swiss strawberry harvest set to exceed five-year average
National association forecasts weekly volumes of up to 1,100 tonnes from late May until mid-June
Mission Produce clears Mexican regulatory hurdle for Calavo merger
Supplier secures antitrust approval to satisfy key closing condition for planned acquisition, expected to go ahead this week
FruitMasters facility shortlisted for Breeam Awards
Smart Fruit Hub apparently achieved ‘Outstanding’ score of 91.04 per cent, making it ‘most sustainable’ food production facility in Netherlands
South Africa reflects on 2025 gains
South Africa was the world’s largest citrus exporter by volume in 2025, but celebrations are likely to be short-lived given the realities facing the sector
Conversations
Fruitbox 118 · Kurt Ratschiller & Benjamin Laimer, VIP Val Venosta
Chris talks with Kurt and Benjamin about how VIP Val Venosta is looking to breathe new life into the Golden Delicious offering
Fruitbox 117 · Hein Deprez, Greenyard
Greenyard’s founder discusses the company’s recent privatisation and explains why he sees an urgent need to redefine healthy eating
Fruitbox 116 · Mark Landini, Landini Associates
Sydney-based retail consultant explains how supermarkets can reconnect with customers through better design, storytelling, and a renewed focus on food
South Africa reflects on 2025 gains
South Africa was the world’s largest citrus exporter by volume in 2025, but celebrations are likely to be short-lived given the realities facing the sector
PEI Trade closes record-breaking 2025/26 Egyptian orange export season
Cairo-based exporter sets new internal benchmarks and signals strong outlook for the 2026/27 campaign
Fall Creek Spain celebrates tenth anniversary
In the past decade, it has evolved from two hectares to the heart of the company’s EMEA operation
Montosa registers strong growth in Spanish avocado season
Plentiful rainfall, ripening technology and enhanced logistics capacity in France consolidate supply across European markets
Westfalia’s chief customer officer announces departure
Wim Destoop plans to take on board and consultancy roles in Belgium after three years with avocado and fruit supplier
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In pictures: Ronald Bown, 1945-2026
Bown, who has died aged 80, was a leading figure in the global fresh produce business for almost four decades
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
South African citrus shipments to US delayed
While export volumes will probably not be affected by recent extreme weather, the bulk shipment programme will start later than planned
Frutas de Chile mourns passing of Ronald Bown
Chilean exporters association pays tribute to former president, who helped steer meteoric growth of the industry over his three decades at the helm
Video: What makes Sicilian citrus so special?
Two leading figures in the Italian fruit business speak to Fruitnet’s Mike Knowles about the island’s famous Tarocco oranges
Damage assessment underway following Cape storms
The full scale of storm damage is emerging, with the Langkloof region facing destroyed infrastructure, stranded crops, and weeks without electricity
Fruit drives growth in Spain’s fresh produce imports
Spain’s fresh fruit and vegetable imports totalled 1.2mn tonnes in Q1 2025, representing a 4 per cent volume increase
Brand refresh for CMI’s Nature’s Candy cherries
New look features bolder colours and contemporary design to highlight premium quality
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
Spanish fruit exports decline 4.5 per cent in Q1 2026
Citrus and strawberries led the decline in fruit exports during Q1, with storms in Huelva affecting production, while vegetables performed strongly