Sysco GB celebrates sustainability success
The foodservice supplier scoops major sustainability award for waste management
Bella Fruitiva sees breadfruit potential in Europe
European demand for breadfruit has been so strong that Mauritian exporter Bella Fruitiva has decided to start its own production, according to managing director Vickram Meghu
Belgian Conference pears make 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
Discovering the EU’s hidden gems
Advertorial: Veryan Bliss of the EU’s ‘More Than Only Food & Drink’ campaign explores the quality, sustainability and unique characteristics of various produce grown in Europe and imported to the UK
Sweden’s Ewerman secures breakthrough deal with Engrosfrukt in Norway
Five-year supply agreement marks parent company Greenfood’s first major fruit and veg supply deal in the Norwegian market
Positive feedback for Sinclair’s compostable label
Labelling company Sinclair says its new T55 certified compostable label has generated global interest, and calls on stakeholders to get behind an education and awareness campaign
Andalusian citrus production to rise in 2024/25
Coag forecasts 20-22 per cent increase in volume, with good calibres anticipated
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
Lufthansa and Maersk strive for airfreight decarbonisation
Lufthansa Cargo will use 400 tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel on behalf of Maersk in the remainder of 2024
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
German trade association forms quality management team
Global Fruit Point’s Thies Claussen and Frutania’s Volker Kötting head up new committee with focus on quality issues
The Place to go for frozen fruit
As demand for frozen fruit grows, Kristian Bayford hears how Place UK has embraced innovation during its 70 years in business to stay ahead of the curve and maximise product quality
New dates announced for Fruitnet Citrus Congress
Conference and networking event will take place on 25 and 26 March at Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences
CPB uses tech to boost prune engagement
California Prune Board takes prune orchards to global audiences via virtual reality project
ANPP offers revised apple and pear forecast
French apple volumes are now expected to be 3 per cent lower than was predicted at Prognosfruit in August, according to the French topfruit association, while the pear harvest has been revised up
Vanguard expects strong demand for Peruvian grapes
Early end to European and Californian seasons have led to good commercial conditions for the country’s exporters
Aldi donates thousands of Christmas lunches to low-income areas
Discounter is donating meals through its partnership with surplus food redistributor Company Shop Group
Fairtrade and ICA announce partnership
Organisations join forces to enable more cooperatives and their members to realise sustainable livelihoods
Carton Pack acquires UK’s Clifton Packaging
Deal will strengthen company’s European position in flexible packaging solutions
Bloom Fresh wins victory over serial Italian grape infringer
Grower ordered by Bari court to remove all illegal plantings of the variety IFG Eleven, known as Sugar Crisp
Hazera's new tomato greenhouse aims to combat disease and boost quality
Seed specialist says the Made-based facility is a ”significant milestone” in meeting its high-tech tomato ambitions
UK food and drink sector ‘remains committed’ to EU imports, survey shows
Fruit and veg industry bucks trend, expressing uncertainty about sourcing extra SKUs from EU in 2025
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
GrowUp Farms names Mike Hedges as new CEO
UK’s GrowUp Farms says new boss Mike Hedges has the experience and ability to lead the vertical farming company into the next phase of its growth
Research project aims to boost public sector food procurement
Coventry University initiative will explore how to improve opportunities for public sector food buyers to include more sustainable, locally sourced food on menus
Sysco GB celebrates Purpose Month with volunteering boost
Staff from across the group donated their services to food redistribution charities as part of company-wide mission
Proexport showcases Murcia’s produce in UK
Visitors to Good Food Show Winter in Birmingham learn about wide range of fruits and vegetables the region offers
Westfalia debuts laser-etched mangoes in Europe
Move eliminates the need for individual plastic PLU stickers
Aldi dishes up festive cheer with free meals
The discounter is donating thousands of Christmas lunches to low-income communities via Company Shop Group
Uptake of El Pinar strawberry varieties increases
Company closes the nursery campaign with a 20 per cent increase in plant sales
European producers must ‘think smarter’ to survive
New technologies including AI are vital ingredients in any future success, delegates at ICOP in Portugal are told
Fairtrade Fortnight drives up sales
Fairtrade sales in the UK outperformed the market during the 2024 incarnation of the annual campaign, according to the Fairtrade Foundation
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
Nationwide named Great Place to Work for third year running
Certification recognises the supplier’s inclusive and supportive company culture
Tatayoyo wins award in Romania
Rijk Zwaan’s snack-sized pepper, the 2023 FLIA winner, has landed a best product prize in Romania
EC to co-fund 75 agri-food promotions
Campaigns are designed to enhance the competitiveness of the EU agri-food sector