Apples
News and market analysis for the worldwide apple Industry, including apple growers, apple suppliers, import and export, wholesale and retail.
French apples gain access to Mexican market
Following years of negotiations, French apples have gained entry to Mexico, with Interfel calling on exporters to pursue this new market with ambition
Candine closes a strong season in Asia
Ariane-Fuji cross is gaining momentum, particularly in Vietnam, on the back of marketing efforts from Blue Whale as the variety reaches 200 containers in the region
Apal delivers new five-year strategy for Australian apple and pear industry
Plan includes four new strategic pillars to support actionable steps towards sustainable growth
Big names in business gather at Fresh Produce Vietnam
Leading executives from Fresh Del Monte, Vinafruit, Joy Wing Mau Asia, Goodfarmer and Blue Whale to meet in Ho Chi Minh City for Fruitnet’s new event on the booming Vietnam market
Vietnam cuts duties on US fruit as it negotiates Trump tariffs
US fruit exporters benefit from attempts to negotiate with Trump administration
Freskon developing international character
The Greek trade fair is back in Thessaloniki this week with 275 exhibitors from 22 countries, in addition to a hosted buyer’s programme and a schedule of talks, workshops and seminars on pears, figs, kiwifruit, peaches and apples
Dynamism on display at Fresh Produce India
India’s premier business event explores the rapid rise of quick commerce, shifting consumer preferences and growth in demand for premium imported offerings
Thailand gets a taste of South African apples
The arrival of the first consignment of South African apples in Thailand following a 16-year absence, has been celebrated at the Talaad Thai Market
Trump tariffs “an opportunity’ for Catalan fruit exporters
Canada and Mexico seeking new suppliers as fears of trade war mount
Northwest tree fruit industry leader Scott Marboe dies, aged 66
Marboe spent nearly four decades contributing to the Washington fruit industry, including 33 years with Oneonta Trading Corporation and Starr Ranch Growers
New linerless pack for Kanzi apples
The launch is a collaboration between Adrian Scripps, Ravenwood Packaging, ProPrint and Smurfit Westrock
European apple bodies call for rethink on EU sustainability rules
Afrucat, Assomela, and ANPP warn that new EU regulations threaten Europe’s food sovereignty
APAL to share industry-wide quality performance data
Australia’s apple and pear suppliers will see how they and other growers and packers rank according to certain parameters
Tesco and Aldi vie for British apple sales crown as Asda improves
British Apples & Pears figures for the past six months reveal some impressive retailer performances
Coming soon: Asiafruit’s Fresh Produce Vietnam edition
The latest insights from Vietnam, Asia’s hottest market, ahead of Fruitnet’s new event
T&G kicks off New Zealand Envy season
T&G forecasts a a total crop featuring all varieties of 79,200 tonnes, the largest New Zealand Envy crop since 2022
Candine picks up apple award in Singapore
Candine, described by France’s Blue Whale as the “perfect variety” for the Asian market, has won the fresh apple prize at Voted Product of the Year Singapore-Malaysia
NZ apple and pear returns top NZ$1bn for first time
As new harvest gets underway, industry estimates suggest exports will be up 10 per cent to 21mn cartons
Vip puts apple growers at centre of new campaign
Farmers at heart of new project, with several sharing stories on social media and even taking part in store tastings
France and Mexico discuss trade and investment
After seven years of negotiations, French apples could be closer than ever to gaining access to the Mexican market, as Trump’s tariffs encourage greater cooperation outside the US
Export challenges mount as Cape Town port struggles continue
Old problems return to the city’s container terminal and are severely disrupting export operations
Premium varieties drive Scales’ apple export growth
Owner of NZ suppliers Mr Apple and Fern Ridge predicts its combined apple production will top 3.7mn cartons by 2027
Vip’s herbicide-free apples attract market premium
Consortium’s new environmentally friendly line already has the backing of several growers in its home region of Val Venosta
Three Italian apple suppliers form new association
Alpoma APO brings together Vog, Vip, and Vog Products, who together will focus on R&D, sustainability and new commercial projects
Jazz Juniors launched in boost to both kids and growers
Fun-sized fruit are expected to be a big hit with children
Fruit breeder CIV names new general manager
Former commercial director Federico Stanzani takes on lead role as consortium targets future growth
New Belgian campaign targets growth in Norway and UK
Vlam has unveiled a three-year project designed to raise awareness of Belgium’s premium quality fruit and vegetables
South African apples return to Thailand after 16-year absence
The country’s apple exporters have said they are delighted to be back in Thailand, with the first fruit set to be unveiled this week
Sassy apples hit South African shelves
New Zealand-developed variety is lighting up South African stores as consumers are introduced to the apple’s ‘new zing’
RedPop apples set to double production by 2028
Italian marketer Vog says it sees excellent opportunities for snack apple brand in Europe and Asia
Video: VOG homes in on the range to grow demand
Head of marketing Hannes Tauber explains why success in the apple market means offering consumers a broad range of different products
Registrations open for Fresh Produce Vietnam
Join leading suppliers, buyers and retailers to explore opportunities in the booming Vietnam market
Coming soon: Fresh Focus Italy 2025
Fruitnet’s special annual publication promotes the very best of the Italian fresh produce trade to an international audience of buyers and importers
Government policy threatens domestic production, BAPL warns
Incoming wage cost hikes and future inheritance tax changes are damaging domestic production and will hurt consumers, according to apple and pear growers
Tru-Cape meets rising demand for quality apples in Africa
With approximately half of all apples marketed by South Africa exporter Tru-Cape sold in Africa, the exporter says it continues to stay ahead of shifting consumer preferences and developments across the continent’s fresh fruit industry
Strong start for T&G’s 2025 Jazz apple harvest
First export shipments due to depart Napier Port for Japan, the UK, France and Italy mid-March