Peru’s Agrícola Cerro Prieto has named Percy Muente as its new CEO. The appointment follows the departure of Alfredo Lira in June last year. read more

East Malling Trust has appointed an international expert in food security to strengthen its board. read more

The total turnover of fruit and vegetable producers rose by 9% to 4.2 billion euros in 2023 Dutch trading companies imported fruit and vegetables worth 10.6 billion euros last year. This was an increase of 6% compared to 2022. Most of this was tropical fruit (avocado,
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In order to get a clear picture of the spread of novel nematode species and populations and to find appropriate and sustainable solutions to these problems, Wageningen University & Research (WUR) has launched a major research and innovation project with 17 European partners
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Dutch consumers bought 3% less fresh fruit and vegetables on average in 2023 than in 2022. They ate less fruit and vegetables at home and in restaurants and bought less online. The rise in food prices was noticeable for everyone last year.  read more

The present port crisis in the container terminal at the port of Cape Town could end up in court as frustration across the fruit export industry grows. read more

The Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture, Cem Özdemir, explains: "We are making it as easy as possible for farmers: they will receive the money without any red tape, nobody has to sit at a desk and fill out an application. From week 3, our
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The US almond industry has identified several new and existing markets ripe for growth as it looks to diversify exports. read more

Tesco is accepting smaller produce from UK winter vegetable growers hit by recent storms and flooding. read more

The UK’s number one retailer Tesco has revealed stronger than expected grocery sales over the lastest festive period. read more

New-season British Pink Lady apples hit supermarkets shelves in January, with licensed grower Worldwide Fruit reporting great-quality fruit. read more

Peruvian table grape association Provid has warned its members not to make misleading claims about how the season is progressing, claiming it could harm the industry. read more

According to the company, a basic volume of around 1,000 tonnes will now come directly and shelled from Tanzania. "The producers receive a premium price for the cashew nuts and are supported in various ways to increase their income. From now on, the packaging will also be
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Lidl has toasted its Christmas trading performance by noting it was the only supermarket to win spend from all of its competitors over the festive period. read more

In terms of retail sales of fruit and vegetables, and with a population of more than 80 million people, Germany is the largest sales market in Europe. The demand for fruit and vegetables can only be partially covered by domestic production. The climatic conditions
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While the plum harvest, in which a lot has been invested in recent years, is forecast to be down 4% compared to the last harvest season, there are promising prospects for nectarine exports. According to a Fruitnet report, some exporters have indicated that they will
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China’s domestic orange production has been forecast to rise in 2023/24 (12 months to October 31 2024) according to a USDA report, with increased volumes to potentially affect the import market.  read more

The Australian government has appointed Craig Emerson to lead the 2023–24 review of the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct (AFGC) to ensure that the supermarket sector is working as it should.  read more

Domestic citrus production in China remains consistently strong and is expected to continue to grow in 2023/24 (12 months to 31 October 2024), according to a USDA report. This comes after favourable weather conditions in 2023 and replanted crops once again producing fruit following bouts of
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Sainsbury’s saw its grocery sales climb 8.6 per cent over the Christmas period, winning shoppers from all of its major supermarket competitors. read more