Iceless packaging is revolutionizing the transportation of broccoli by eliminating the need for ice, which cuts costs and reduces emissions.
2024-12-04 00:00
StePacPPC's Modified Atmosphere/Modified Humidity (MA/MH) packaging is enabling a transition from traditional methods of transporting fresh broccoli and other vegetables, such as ice-filled polystyrene and waxed carton boxes, over long distances in the U.S. and Japan. The Otofuke Agricultural
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New Zealand avocado growers are expecting a comeback with a better crop and a revised export strategy.
2024-12-04 00:00
The chief executive of NZ Avocado, Brad Siebert, points out the possibility of a better season for avocado growers in New Zealand, citing favorable weather conditions and a strategic change in export approach as reasons for this optimism. The previous two seasons were difficult for growers, characterized by
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Thomas Bauer is joining Hortilife.
2024-12-04 00:00
The German horticulture specialist Thomas Bauer has joined Hortilife as a business development manager. With a horticultural background in the Netherlands, Thomas will utilize his knowledge and experience to support Hortilife's international sales team. In the past, Bauer has managed to specialize in this field.
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"Świeża jarmuż z niskim odsetkiem łodygi nadal jest doceniana" "Fresh kale with a low stem percentage continues to be appreciated"
2024-12-04 00:00
The kale harvest has been quite successful so far, according to Jan Stemmann, a producer at the vegetable growing company of the same name. "The quality has been consistently good due to the low temperature fluctuations. However, if the plants are constantly exposed to freezing temperatures,
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"Supermarkets are currently paying a premium for airfreight just to keep some table grapes on the shelves."
2024-12-04 00:00
W miarę jak europejskie, brytyjskie i bliskowschodnie rynki winogron opróżniają się przed Bożym Narodzeniem, RPA przeżywa powolny początek swojego sezonu. Według Nico Louwa, Dyrektora Marketingu w Exsa, firmie eksportującej z siedzibą w Paarl, "Jesteśmy w Exsa w takiej samej sytuacji jak wielu innych w branży;
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New report reveals promising opportunities and potential for Australian fruits and vegetables in Southeast Asia.
2024-12-04 00:00
A new report has emphasized the potential for future growth of Australian horticulture in Southeast Asia. The Federal Government conducted an inquiry called 'Trading North,' which examined the involvement of Australian agriculture in the markets of the region. Two significant industry bodies, AUSVEG and
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Nick Deppe wins Fruiterers award.
2024-12-03 17:00
Nick Deppe, production director at Kent soft fruit and apple grower Clock House Farms, has been awarded the Fruiterers Management Award 2024.
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FreshProducePEFCR is organizing a webinar in preparation for the upcoming consultation on environmental footprints.
2024-12-03 16:00
The Technical Secretariat of the FreshProducePEFCR, which is responsible for developing technical guidelines for determining the environmental impact of fruits and vegetables as part of Freshfel's Environmental Footprint Initiative, will be hosting an open webinar on January 13, 2025 to involve stakeholders.
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Westfalia Fruit in the Netherlands: Promoting sustainability and innovation with 'tattooed' mangoes
2024-12-03 16:00
Mathijs Benard, who has been employed as the Head of Operations Central Europe at Westfalia Fruit in the Netherlands since March 2024 and also collaborates closely with the Operations Team in Germany, explains: "Since joining the company, my focus has been on the
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South Africa sets ambitious goals for raisin production.
2024-12-03 15:00
RPA has set a goal of becoming the world's third-largest raisin producer as it continues to expand plantings and enhance efficiency.
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Fresh Produce Group (FPG), one of Australia's largest fruit and vegetable suppliers, has secured an investment of over A$175 million (€107.9 million) from Macquarie Asset Management. This deal has made the Australian financial firm the majority shareholder of the company.
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Macquarie Asset Management has acquired a majority stake in Australia's Fresh Produce Group.
2024-12-03 14:00
Fresh Produce Group (FPG), one of Australia's largest fruit and vegetable suppliers, has received an investment of over A$175 million (€107.9 million) from Macquarie Asset Management. This deal has made the Australian financier the majority shareholder of the company.
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Belgium: Family businesses Devos Group and Wouters Fruit merge.
2024-12-03 12:00
You are deeply rooted in the local community and have a complementary trade portfolio that serves both national and international markets. Your main features include a family ethos, innovation in offerings and production through new varieties, in-house production.
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Hapag-Lloyd signs long-term off-take agreement for green methanol
2024-12-03 12:00
The green methanol will consist of a mix of bio- and E-methanol, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 70%, and comply with all common sustainability certifications. "With our 2030 strategy, we fully commit to the 1.5-degree target of the Paris Agreement."
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Aldi Süd: 20 years of organic for everyone
2024-12-03 12:00
Organic products have a long tradition at Aldi Süd: Since 2004, the discount store has been focusing on organic food, with the first organic product being organic eggs. Now, the discount store looks back on 20 years of organic products and showcases its longstanding commitment to organic products. Under the motto "Aldi celebrates",
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Jean Renton will take over as the head of Sodexo UK&I following the departure of Sean Haley.
2024-12-03 12:00
Sodexo's UK and Ireland chief executive Sean Haley will be leaving the company at the end of the year, as announced by the catering giant.
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The convenience format is becoming increasingly popular in Poland.
2024-12-03 12:00
According to the study, in the penultimate quarter of the year, convenience store traffic increased by 9.5% compared to the previous year. Hypermarkets saw a slight increase in traffic of 1.7%. In contrast, supermarkets experienced a decline of 10.5% and discount stores saw a...
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FruitMasters and Limgroup present the hybrid strawberry Sonrosa®.
2024-12-03 12:00
According to the company, Sonrosa® combines exceptional taste, consistent quality, and a minimal ecological footprint thanks to their seed technology. The first productions will be available in early 2025.
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Water scarcity: Peru must avoid strong peaks in mango exports
2024-12-03 12:00
Iván Vílchez, President of the Peruvian Association of Mango Producers and Exporters (APEM), added that the low ex-farm prices for mangoes are further exacerbated by the fact that Brazil, Peru's main competitor in the European market, has increased its supply and the
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Ostatni rok był nietypowy dla sektora cytrusowego w RPA, zdarzenia w branży soków zmieniły siły rynkowe.
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