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Nationwide Produce is one of the largest, longest established, and most diverse produce companies in the UK. What do we do? Well, just about everything in fresh produce. We grow it, we grade it, we pack it, we trade it, we import, and we export. Nationwide Produce started life as Bernard O’Malley & Sons, in Lancashire, back in 1975. So, we’ve been in business for nearly 50 years and we’re still a family-run and family-owned business. Group turnover for the financial year 2022-23 was a record £177 million. Our customers are in every sector of the market: foodservice, catering, processing, wholesale, export, and retail – and they want to be able to buy a full range of vegetables, fruit and exotics from around the world every day. We provide this service to over 1,000 customers throughout Europe, every day of the year. Whether you’re a caterer or a processor, whether you require potatoes or pomegranates, we’re here to serve you.
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Fresh from Flanders. Belgium offers a wide range of fresh produce if you wish to buy top quality. The favourable climate; the fertile soil; the craftsmanship of the growers; and the ultra-modern systems for production, sale and quality control undoubtedly have something to do with this. Add the suppliers’ personal service and Belgium’s central, easy-to-access location, and it’s clear why Belgian fresh produce is loved the world over. Flandria is the Belgian quality label for fruit and vegetables and it is a sure bet on the shelves, both at home and abroad. The label guarantees environmentally friendly cultivation, quality, and freshness. Only top-quality products with a perfect taste and impeccable appearance deserve the Flandria label. Thanks to the close proximity of the production area, efficient logistics via the auctions, and the personal service of the exporters, Flandria products arrive ultra-fresh to the British market.
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Asia Fruit Logistica is organised by Global Produce Events (HK), a joint venture company owned by Fruit Logistica organiser Messe Berlin and Fruitnet Media International. Asia Fruit Logistica is the leading continental trade show for Asia’s fresh produce business. The 17th edition of the show takes place on 4-6 September 2024 at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. It is co-located with Asiafruit Congress and Asiafruit Business Forum, which are organised by Asia Fruit Logistica’s knowledge partner Asiafruit Magazine. Asia Fruit Logistica covers the entire fresh produce industry value chain and its service support companies, as well as the latest, innovative products and ideas. There is no better opportunity to make an impact with your company’s message on top buyers from the leading Asian markets and around the world.
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Fruit Logistica is the world’s biggest trade fair for the fresh produce industry and your access to the global market. At Fruit Logistica you can find the complete range of products, services and technical solutions from every part of the value chain. In addition to the three main segments – fresh produce, machinery and technology, and logistics – important focal points at Fruit Logistica include smart agriculture, greenhouse production, and organics. Fruit Logistica connects you with the industry’s leading players. Exhibitors from over 90 countries gather in Berlin to meet trade visitors from 140 countries.
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The NFU represents more than 46,000 farming and growing businesses across England and Wales. It champions British agriculture and horticulture, campaigns for a stable and sustainable future for British farmers and growers, and works to ensure the best possible deal for its members. The NFU recently helped secure significant commitments from government, including the extension of the seasonal workers scheme, a blueprint for growing UK horticulture, and the publication of a Food Security Index.
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Planasa is a global leader in the agri-food sector, specialising in breeding the next generation of berry varieties across blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries. Aside from soft fruit, Planasa also has substantial experience and a long-standing tradition in other products such as garlic, asparagus, and avocados.
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The Summer Berry Company is an international year-round berry grower with operations in England and Portugal. It supplies the best retailers in the UK and Europe and is proud to delight its customers with first-class raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries. The company is at the forefront of sustainability practices applied to modern agriculture.
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