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News updates for the European fresh produce business.
Fresh Express kicks off Express Yourself campaign
US salad brand invites consumers to unleash creativity in the kitchen
Argentine lemons hit by years of underinvestment
Production volumes are projected to fall by 10 per cent in 2024/25
Chile advances toward a trade agreement with UAE
Deal would eliminate tariffs on 97 per cent of exports
Egypt reaffirms commitment to protect grape breeder’s rights
CAPQ will revoke export codes from companies in violation of these rights
Freskon 2025 opens its doors
With 275 exhibitors from 22 countries, organisers TIF-Helexpo says this year’s Freskon represents a “prime opportunity” to highlight fresh produce and strengthen commercial collaborations
IFPA unveils 2025 public policy agenda
Plan sets out bold vision for growth and greater access to fresh produce and floral
Conversations
Fruitbox 113 · Franka Rodriguez, Aldi South Group
Franka talks to Chris about the extension of Aldi South Group’s ethical sourcing model into avocados, with more categories on the horizon
Fruitbox 112 · Daniel Sauvaitre, Interfel
Chris and Daniel look at global trade policy and its impact on the fruit and vegetable business
Fruitbox 111 · Duncan Jones, Sinclair
Duncan talks about Sinclair’s new home-compostable fruit label, described as a “huge step forward” in making fruit and vegetable labelling a 100 per cent sustainable practice
IFPA unveils 2025 public policy agenda
Plan sets out bold vision for growth and greater access to fresh produce and floral
Jaguar begins grassroots impact programme
Harvest of Hope aimed at improving the lives of members of the communities from which it sources its fruit
BelOrta launches Belgian Aromia cherry vine tomato
The Belgian cooperative’s launch of homegrown Aromia cherry tomatoes is part of its strategy to expand its premium segment and respond to growing demand for superior taste and localness
Bollo debuts new corporate video
Video sets out the company’s roadmap for a more efficient, sustainable model aligned to the needs of today’s consumers
More Mexican avocados for 2025
Production and exports are expected to grow by 3 per cent and 5 per cent respectively this year
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Trump’s tariff policy hits global container shipping bookings
Bookings down 48 per cent week-on-week following tariff chaos
AFM puts guacamole centre stage for Cinco de Mayo
New campaign invites consumers to make avocados the star of their celebration
San Diego researchers reveal new robotic picker design
Robot uses measuring tape-like fingers to grip and pick fruit
Korean strawberries gain access to Brazil
New deal marks first entry into Latin America for the Korean fruit
Turkish stonefruit battles through cold spell
Turkish exporters anticipate a good cherry season despite an untimely bout of frost across various stonefruit regions, which has hit apricot and cherry production in some areas
IFCO’s SmartCycle “transforms sustainability principles into action”
The reusable packaging solutions provider is celebrating two years of sustainable innovation at Dannstadt Service Centre with the release of a behind-the-scenes video
Zespri Europe anticipates another year of growth
Growth of 3.9 per cent is forecast across all varieties, with a focus on selling more fruit earlier in the season
Farmable trials AI-powered farm management software
Pilot is first step in delivering a fully integrated AI-driven platform to help drive better decisions
Syria resumes exports of fruit and vegetables
Around 270,000 tonnes of produce was exported in the last two months
Murcian growers explore new opportunities in Canada
Proexport leads delegation taking part in this week’s CPMA Fresh Week trade fair