The leading banana associations of Latin America and the Caribbean have called for European retailers to simplify certification schemes and stop dragging their feet when it comes to implementing a fairer banana pricing policy. read more

The green asparagus from Altedo, which is recognised with the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), stands for a culinary excellence that combines tradition and quality, according to the Consorzio di Tutela. read more

George Lobisser of Ripe Locker talks to Chris White about how post-harvest technology solutions can really make a difference to marketers of high-value crops around the world. They allow for greater flexibility in the supply chain and are better guarantors of quality for end consumers. read more

Dan Mathieson, Chief Executive Officer of Zespri, is delighted with the milestone for Zespri RubyRed™ kiwifruit, which is in its third year of commercial production. read more

Zespri RubyRed kiwifruit supply is expected to triple in volume this season with the marketer expecting to pass the milestone of 1m trays or 3,600 tonnes. read more

The role that technology could play in cutting food waste was the subject of a Fresh Produce Forum session on day two of Fruit Logistica. read more

Contrary to expectations, the eurozone in particular proved to be a driving force. "Outside Europe, the USA was once again an important target market for German exporters. However, one swallow does not make a summer: the global economic situation continues to be characterised by increasing protectionism.
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It is said that small is beautiful, and in the case of one London charity, the personal attention given to service users is quite literally turning lives around. read more

He continued: "Through the targeted use of these foods in communal catering, we are strengthening regional value creation and organic farming in Baden-Württemberg. We are also promoting the preservation of the landscape and biodiversity. Also
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Retailer Whole Foods Market plans to introduce a new, quick-shop store format and give customers in towns and cities a “quick, convenient shopping experience”, with easier access to fresh, high-quality products. read more

North American company Mastronardi Produce has joined Sekoya, a leading provider of premium blueberry varieties. read more

The Spring Budget has received a mixed reaction from the NFU. read more

A small, sweet apple called RedPop continues to make a big impression across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, according to Italian supplier and brand owner Vog. read more

Hazera has revealed that the Nederlandse Consumentenverkiezing (Dutch Consumer Election) has recognised the AH Snack Vegetable Radish Mix as one of its products of the year for 2023/24. read more

Waitrose has renewed its support for RedPop, a small and sweet variety which it believes has the potential to shake up the apple category and offer shoppers something unique. read more

This would increase the value of China's O+G trade from USD 1.3 trillion in 2023 to USD 2.4 trillion in 2032, according to freshfruitportal. The consumption of tropical fruits in particular is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.46%. In the past five years, the
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Maersk carried out its first-ever airfreighted shipments of Chilean cherries in the 2023/24 season. Between 21 November and the end of December the Danish company chartered five flights, each carrying 500 tonnes of Chilean cherries and with a transit time of 2-3 days. read more

In the current 10th week, conventional cauliflowers from France cost an average of €9.97 (6-piece rises) at German wholesale markets and have thus remained almost stable compared to the previous week. Sales are satisfactory. Due to the high supply volume, food retailers are responding with numerous
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US citrus production is projected to continue its long-term decline before stabilising through 2033, according to a report from the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Office of the Chief Economist. read more

Packaging innovations that are 100% recyclable, reusable solutions that make supply chains more sustainable and, last but not least, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) - these are topics that are by no means new in the areas of packaging and technology, but which continue to shape the way we act and work.
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