VentureFruit secures exclusive agreement with Mt Erin Group after cyclone destruction.
2025-02-12 06:00
VentureFruit, T&G Global's intellectual property management and commercialization business, has announced a new agreement between local Hawke’s Bay breeders, Plant IP Partners, and the Mt Erin Group. The agreement involves licensing a new apple variety called 'MAC12' to support Mt Erin's cyclone recovery efforts.
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Comment: It seems that South Africa is prepared to grow further.
2025-02-11 19:00
South Africa is one of the leading players in the global fruit industry, known for its high production levels and exports. The country has undergone numerous significant changes over the years, with the era of deregulation in the late 1990s now seeming like a distant memory. Some of the changes observed since then include...
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Nergi kiwi berry celebrates 20 years with a new logo.
2025-02-11 16:00
Nergi-branded kiwi berries have made significant progress over the past two decades. Originally from Asia and unfamiliar in Europe, these small, green, tangy fruits – often mistaken for olives by Europeans – are now commonly found in many European supermarkets.
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Fruit and vegetable chain makes a plea for Plastic Packaging Waste Reduction (PPWR).
2025-02-11 16:00
The fruit and vegetable supply chain needs a pragmatic and data-driven approach when it comes to implementing the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
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The Corbana research center has received ISO 50001 certification.
2025-02-11 15:00
The National Banana Corporation of Costa Rica (Corbana) has received ISO 50001:2018 certification for its energy management system from the Technical Standards Institute of Costa Rica (Inteco). This certification applies to the activities and services that utilize energy at the research center.
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The Happy Pear supports the Veg Power seasonal campaign.
2025-02-11 14:00
The creators of the plant-based food brand The Happy Pear are endorsing Veg Power by serving as ambassadors for the not-for-profit organization's social media campaign, Seasonal Veg Alliance, under the hashtag #SeasonalVeg.
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PPWR: The value chain of fruits and vegetables calls for sustainable, data-driven regulation.
2025-02-11 13:00
The panel discussion addressed critical questions related to an ideological approach that jeopardizes both ecological sustainability and the functioning of the European single market.
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"The 'Silicon Valley' of lettuce opens its doors"
2025-02-11 13:00
International seed companies are presenting their newest innovations in leafy crops in the region of Murcia this month. From 10-23 February, farmers, technicians, and professionals from around the world will convene in Campo de Cartagena to witness the latest advancements in lettuce and other leafy greens.
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Berlin was the place to do business last week, as more than 91,000 people from across the global fruit and vegetable trade came together for Fruit Logistica 2025.
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NZ apple and pear exports are expected to increase, with sales surpassing NZ$1 billion for the first time.
2025-02-11 12:00
The apple and pear industry in New Zealand has exceeded NZ$1 billion (€550 million) in revenue at the orchard gate for the first time, as indicated by new economic impact data published by New Zealand Apples and Pears (NZAPI).
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Westfalia Fruit has introduced a new line of eco-friendly dyes.
2025-02-11 11:00
Westfalia Fruit has partnered with UK startup Sages London to develop an innovative method for extracting a natural, sustainable dye from avocado stones.
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Spain: Alcoaxarquia integrates Finca Panata and Los Bates into its production structure.
2025-02-11 11:00
The estate located on the Costa Tropical of Granada has 120 hectares for organic avocado and mango cultivation.
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Argentine government deregulates fruit sector
2025-02-11 10:00
Argentina’s president Javier Milei has announced the liberalization of the country’s fruit sector, reducing various regulations related to packaging, production, and exports. Resolution 21/2025 aims to simplify procedures, lower costs, and make exports easier by streamlining processes.
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Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) is introducing new transportation routes in anticipation of the upcoming melon season in Senegal and Mauritania.
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Mexico's blueberry production is expected to decrease by 9 percent to 73,500 tonnes in 2025, as reported by the US Department of Agriculture. The country is projected to export 70,000 tonnes while importing around 20,000 tonnes of the fruit this year.
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Cricket strengthens its presence in Germany by participating in FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025.
2025-02-11 10:00
"We had very productive days where we strengthened trade relations and analyzed the development of the campaign in a market that recognizes us for our quality and specialization," explained Juan Marín, General Manager of Cricket.
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Inappropriate avocados are processed at Westfalia's facility into products such as avocado puree, mashed avocado, guacamole, and more. The avocado skins and pits from the process, which were previously typically used in low-quality applications such as anaerobic digestion plants,
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The New Zealand apple and pear industry has reached NZ$1 billion in revenue for the first time.
2025-02-11 04:00
Przemysł jabłek i gruszek w Nowej Zelandii po raz pierwszy przekroczył wartość ponad 1 miliarda dolarów nowozelandzkich przy bramie sadu, zgodnie z nowymi danymi dotyczącymi wpływu gospodarczego.
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Cauliflower trials bring together the brassica category in Cornwall.
2025-02-10 16:00
Around 70 growers, agronomists, packers, and breeders attended the recent Duchy College Cornish autumn and winter cauliflower trials in Cornwall, UK. These trials provide an annual opportunity for brassica specialists to come together and evaluate the new varieties from all the major seed companies.
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FruitMasters introduces new blackberry variety Bestum.
2025-02-10 15:00
This innovative variety has been developed with a special focus on flavor and performance throughout the production chain. Bestum is characterized by a consistently sweet taste, improved texture, and reliable production. With a consistently high Brix value.
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