Philippe Binard of the World Apple & Pear Association has remarked on the significant challenge faced by fresh apple and pear suppliers. They must navigate tight profit margins, rising costs, and consumer apathy in the face of relentless advertising promoting less healthy alternatives. read more

Philippe Binard from the World Apple & Pear Association has commented on the significant challenges faced by fresh apple and pear suppliers. They have to navigate tight profit margins, rising costs, and consumer apathy towards their products, as consumers are often exposed to aggressive advertising for less healthy alternatives. read more

The 2025/26 season is presenting a new set of challenges for one of Poland's top apple suppliers, but the overall sentiment is positive as they head into the second half of the season. read more

StepacPCC has created an innovative packaging solution that helps maintain the freshness and visual appeal of pitaya (dragon fruit), benefiting Ecuadorian exporters who are shipping to the US and Europe. read more

Premier Fresh Australia has announced that it has become a licensed distributor for all Sun World table grape varieties grown in Australia. read more

The industry body British Apples & Pears (BAPL) has secured £200,000 in funding for two new applied research projects through the ADOPT programme. read more

Stellar (‘HOT81A1’), a next-generation apple variety bred specifically for hot and warm climates, has won the silver medal in the 2026 Sival Varietal Innovation Competition held in Angers, France. read more

Across Europe, Lidl continues to promote its dedication to healthy eating by establishing strong connections with fresh produce. read more

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Australian Bananas has launched Banana Swim Pass, a new promotional campaign that will offer Australians a free swim pass in partnership with Olympic champion, Ariarne Titmus. read more

The Australian fresh produce industry's 'Fruit and Veggies Yummy Yummy' campaign with The Wiggles has started in 2026, with retail activations scheduled throughout the country as children return to school. read more

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Wholesalers of fruits and vegetables in the UK are changing the way they operate in response to cost pressures and increases in National Insurance, according to a new study. read more

The Spanish retailer Dia has announced that it will invest €180 million this year to finance promotions on a variety of products, with a particular emphasis on fresh fruits and vegetables. read more

F.lli Orsero has launched a new product line called Duetti ('Duets'), as part of its strategy to offer consumers premium fruit and vegetable products with a distinct added value. read more

The Washington State Fruit Commission has announced the passing of its long-time president, BJ Thurlby, who died at the age of 60 on 10 January, following surgery for cancer. read more

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W zeszłym roku był trudny dla śródziemnomorskich owoców pestkowych, gdy surowe warunki wiosenne dotknęły producentów w Turcji i Grecji. W Naoussa, na północy Grecji, wiśnie i brzoskwinie najbardziej odczuły trudne warunki, zwłaszcza na początku sezonu. read more