Retail news from Eurofruit
Important developments in Europe’s food retail arena, with a focus on fresh produce procurement, distribution, marketing, merchandising, and new product development.
Belgian Conference pear making inroads in Brazil
The vast Brazilian market has traditionally been dominated by pears from Portugal and Argentina, but the Belgian Conference is now winning over consumers in the country
North Carolina eyes sweet potato export growth in Europe
The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission is ramping up production for the UK and other European markets for 2025
Rise of Egypt’s juicing industry likely to impact European citrus market
With issues in the Red Sea disrupting Egyptian exports to Asia, analysts had been predicting a glut of oranges on the European market, but the opening of new juicing facilities in Egypt could significantly ease the pressure
Angus Soft Fruits marks 30 years at annual conference
Scotland’s leading berry supplier hosted its yearly conference this month, celebrating 30 years of business and assessing the best path forward for its growers and partners
Saudi dates going mainstream in Europe
With consumption remaining relatively low across the continent, the potential growth for Saudi dates is huge, according to Yogi Geheniau of Dutch-Saudi collaboration Yogi & Yousef
Fruitnet launches Fresh Produce Vietnam
Brand-new conference and expo event for Vietnam’s booming fresh produce business takes place in Ho Chi Minh City on 13-14 May
Mission Produce launches ‘World’s Finest’ campaign
Campaign debuts with new Retail-Ready Mango bags ahead of IFPA
Tesco invests £4mn to provide fruit and veg for 400 schools
The UK retailer expects to see overall fruit and veg intake for pupils increase by 23 per cent, as it looks to improve healthy eating
Rijk Zwaan: room for sweet pepper growth in Asia
Vegetable seed company Rijk Zwaan hosted a sweet pepper seminar in Hong Kong at the start of September to discuss the “enormous” market potential in the region
UK beetroot to enter US market after NFU campaigning
Exports will be worth approximately £150,000 a year, according to Defra estimates
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Greenfood and Dagab bolster fresh-cut collaboration
In Sweden, Greenfood and Dagab have announced the extension of their partnership to help consumers add more healthy, convenient food to their diets
Trade comes together at Summit in Chile
Joint Fruit Logistica and Asia Fruit Logistica business meet-up in Santiago on 22 October provides engaging content and networking opportunities
Driscoll’s marks UK brand launch with ‘Devoted to Delicious’ campaign
Driscoll’s officially launches its brand in UK retail sector following acquisition of Berry Gardens Limited in 2022
Inside Russia: sanctions and inflation put produce imports under pressure
Reports suggest the country has experienced its most severe price inflation in 25 years, but what does that mean for this traditionally import-dependent produce market?
Organic market ‘booming’ for certain produce categories
Italian marketer VIP and Dutch importer Eosta report significant growth in demand for key products like apples, grapes, and mangoes
Plenty on Canada’s plate
Canadian trade body CPMA has a lot to think about this year, from protecting the industry’s interests on packaging to helping boost fresh produce consumption, according to president Ron Lemaire
Asia Fruit Logistica wraps up stellar show
More than 13,000 trade visitors meet with some 760 exhibitors from 42 different countries and regions
Lidl to push fresh fruit as UEFA Europa League and Conference League sponsor
Partnership will see discounter encourage fruit consumption, conscious nutrition and an active lifestyle
Rockit set for Back to School period in Gulf
Kids’ return to school seen as key sales period for Rockit apples in the Middle East region, with a strong omni-channel campaign planned for the season
New tech helps importer avoid the avocado hard sell
Well-timed investment in technology and a carefully planned procurement programme have combined to give UK importer Worldwide Fruit a considerable advantage