News and market analysis for the worldwide apple Industry, including apple growers, apple suppliers, import and export, wholesale and retail.
Lilibet, an early bicoloured variety developed by Italian group CIV, is described as easy to grow, excellent in terms of shelf-life, and great to eat
May succeeds Reg Weine who stood down after four years in the role
Worldwide Fruit’s head of technical Willie Wood believes new technology is about to remove all subjectivity from fresh produce quality control
O’Donnell set to exit the role in March 2025 an international search for his replacement is underway
Longer transit times due to disruptions in the Red Sea are a major issue for all traders in the Middle East region, but reshipments through Dubai appear to be growing as a result, says Hani Ayloush of Fruit Line Trading
The European cooperatives are aiming for optimal product availability, better value for growers and greater flexibility, with the establishment of a Union of Producer Organisations considered the first step
Suppliers from the Belgian region have identified Norway as a major opportunity to sell more fresh produce including berries and pears
Honeybees and pollination are highlighted as crucial sustainability practices in new Hortgro report
Fresh apple imports forecast to reach a record 510,000 tonnes as demand for healthy food in India increases
Cost inflation and unpredictable market demand have made it even more difficult for fruit producers in the Greek region of Thessaly to maintain their business
Michael Schadler takes over from Todd Fryhover after 18 years in the role
Lead researcher Maryam Yazdani says new AI-powered technology could lead to further access to export countries
On 13 June, China’s Premier Li Qiang officially visited New Zealand at the invitation of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.
Candine enjoys strong growth in Asia and French Pink Lady sales climb 30 per cent globally
Growers and industry professionals from across the country receive industry honours from Apal
NZAPI updates export estimates post-harvest due to smaller fruit sizes but notes high quality is driving demand
Move represents a major step forward for the South African Gala mutation
Despite being a major producer of apples and citrus, India remains reliant on imports to meet growing domestic demand, and Foodcareplus’s latest collaboration aims to remove uncertainty and ensure efficient and reliable logistics
The retailer’s new 20-year deal with AC Goatham & Son will also see the introduction of a 200-acre Aldi Orchard
Hort Connections special edition features keynote interviews with Costa and Muirs. Plus, event preview and spotlights on packaging & grading, citrus and kiwifruit
New Zealand company acquires 240ha of news orchards while selling some existing orchards to increase premium variety volumes
The owners and developers of the apple brand are looking forward to good sales in 2024
Last month’s Freskon exhibition in Thessaloniki attracted more exhibitors and visitors from outside Greece than ever before, as competition heats up for multiple products on the European market
Avocados are the new talking point across the Cape regions as producers search for fresh fruit categories to tap into
Partnership draws on shared values of sport and healthy eating
New Regional Agricultural Promotion Program to fuel export expansion in emerging markets such as South-East Asia
Initiative is the brand’s first sampling tour since the pandemic
Demand for apple continues to grow with Montague increasing ranging this year
The group’s supply covers a range of varieties and spans Washington, New Zealand, South Africa and Chile
The Sustainability Initiative of South Africa has become a household name in the South African and international fresh produce sector and plays a crucial role in the pursuit of sustainability
The Australian campaign for Kissabel is set to continue until June to raise brand awareness, while efforts to expand the commercial window in Chile continue and South Africa prepares for the first tests in 2025
Hellman & Friedman senior advisor joins as Superplum chairman
Chief executive Murray McCallum tells Fruitnet the Australasian fresh produce group is well positioned for growth as it begins search for new partner
Naming contest part of wider rollout that will see variety reach growers in 2026 and retailers by 2029
As Kiku Variety Management celebrates 25 years in business, the success of this white-skinned variety points to a bright future for the club apple specialist
BAPL study shows Sainsbury’s and Lidl have upped their purchases of British apples and pears the most