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The concept of sustainability encompasses a wide range of meanings and poses several challenges for companies engaged in the marketing and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables. However, it also presents potential opportunities to enhance value and increase the sale of produce. read more

Suppliers are being encouraged to give anonymous feedback on the performance of the Groceries Code Adjudicator in monitoring retailer behavior and to report any unfair practices in the supply chain. read more

The main activity of the DSI Group is Direct Source International (DSI), which operates worldwide in the year-round supply of fresh fruit. The company specializes in citrus fruits and grapes, and also provides products such as avocados, kiwis, and dates. Additionally, the group is involved in developing... read more

Spain’s Agroponiente Group has been appointed as a new member of the Food Waste Prevention Committee of the Spanish Association of Manufacturers and Distributors (Aecoc), thereby strengthening its role as a key player in the sustainable transformation of the agri-food system. read more

Kaisa Väistö-Nurminen will officially assume the position of Managing Director of the salad bar specialist Picadeli Finland on June 1st. read more

The USA remained the most important market, accounting for 48% of the total export volume, which corresponds to 9,961 tons worth 10.5 million US dollars. This represented an increase of 24% in volume and 15% in value compared to 2024. read more

Although the current deadlock in trade tariff negotiations between South Africa and the USA is concerning, there may be other emerging opportunities that could prove beneficial for South Africa in the future. read more

Since 2019, Hoffmann has been managing a hazelnut plantation with around 1,300 trees on four hectares of land. He also propagates hazelnut bushes for his own use and for sale. The conditions in Southern Lower Saxony are not always easy. In 2023, Hoffmann still had over 100 kg of nuts. read more

M&S claims to be the first retailer to offer early season British Tenderstem three weeks ahead of the usual harvest, following an increase in homegrown crop production due to investment in polytunnels. read more

According to information from the agricultural organization UAGA (Aragón), the fruit season started about ten to 15 days later this year compared to previous years, as temperatures were not very high and there was a lot of rain this spring. This led to numerous local storms in the region. read more

The Chilean Avocado Committee has partnered with Chilean startup Miido to initiate a new technology trial aimed at promoting increased efficiency, sustainability, and innovation within the sector. read more

A research paper from the Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences deals with the possibility of plasma treatment in post-harvest processing to extend the shelf life of certain fruit and vegetable crops. read more

"The CGA still hopes that the teams on both sides can come together," said CGA CEO Boitshoko Ntshabele. "A trade agreement that benefits both South African agriculture and the US is certainly feasible." read more

Peru exported 22,278 tonnes of fresh limes valued at US$22 million in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 44% increase in volume and a 35% increase in value compared to the same period last year, as reported by FreshFruit Peru. These positive results were achieved despite a 6.2% decrease in the average price. read more

Fairtrade is making meaningful and significant contributions in key sustainability areas such as economic security, climate resilience, and opportunities for women, as revealed by a recent analysis of studies conducted by Fairtrade. read more

More than 500 individual items are set to have their prices permanently reduced at Lidl, with some items seeing reductions of up to 35% - without compromising on product quality, according to Lidl. This includes both nationwide and regional price adjustments, in line with the motto: "Lidl is worth it". read more

According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) 2025 Economic Survey, revenues from the export of fresh vegetables decreased from 50.9 billion KSh (345 million euros) in 2023 to 23.4 billion KSh (158.8 million euros) in 2024. The export volume also decreased in the same period from 164,000 tons to 74,000 tons. read more

The Groente & Fruit Brigade accepts batches and surpluses from producers or traders. At the locations, the fruits and vegetables are checked for quality and, if necessary, repackaged. Distribution centers then collect the fresh products and distribute them to. read more

Against the background that the poultry froghopper transmits bacterial diseases, the BVL had already granted emergency authorizations for sugar beets and potatoes in March and April 2025, as reported by QS citing the BVL. read more