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News updates for Asia’s fresh produce business.
Grapa Global signals next stage of global growth with Australian field day
Buyers from across Asia see how Grapa’s latest varieties are gaining momentum with Australian growers
Maersk delivered “strong performance in all businesses” in 2025
Logistics giant achieves top-end of financial guidance despite lower freight rates caused by supply overcapacity
Tariff elimination on the table for US fruits as India trade deal agreed
US trade representative suggests tariffs on nuts, fruits and vegetables will drop to zero
Poor weather affects New Zealand cherry volumes
Growers report lower export packouts despite early-season predictions for growth
Neil Barker awarded Order of Australia
Founder of BGP International recognised in Australia Day honours for his service to the nation’s fresh produce export industry
Conversations
Fruitbox 116 · Mark Landini, Landini Associates
Sydney-based retail consultant explains how supermarkets can reconnect with customers through better design, storytelling, and a renewed focus on food
Fruitbox 113 · Franka Rodriguez, Aldi South Group
Franka talks to Chris White about the extension of Aldi South Group’s ethical sourcing model into avocados, with more categories on the horizon
Fruitbox 112 · Daniel Sauvaitre, Interfel
Chris and Daniel look at global trade policy and its impact on the fruit and vegetable business
CMI Orchards receives global recognition for sustainable innovations
Leading US grower-packer-shipper receives two 2026 Seal Sustainability Awards for its regenerative, climate‑positive tree fruit production
Coupang increases local sourcing as fruit sales rise
Expanded logistics infrastructure allows Korean online retailer to expand sourcing into rural areas
T&G again wins judicial victory protecting Envy IP rights in China
Enforcement of earlier judgement results in court-supervised destruction of illegally planted trees in the Gansu province
Egypt gains access to Vietnam for fresh onions and garlic
Approval comes after more than two years of technical coordination
South Africa bemoans slow BRICS progress
South African fruit exporters are navigating a complex landscape of US trade tariffs, Cape Town port disruptions and disappointing BRICS trade
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Thai fruits target Middle East premium market
Tourism is helping to boost familiarity and demand for Thai fruits in high-end retail and hospitality
California Avocado Commission forecasts 150,000-tonne crop
Terry Splane calls time on 40-year career, including two years as CAC vice president of marketing
China’s cold chain expansion fuelled by fresh produce demand
Hunger for high-quality fresh products and e-commerce growth force supply chain upgrades
Philippines pushes for lower tariffs on banana exports to Japan
Philippines currently incur an 8 per cent tariff on banana exports to Japan between October and March and 18 per cent from April to September
Australian table grape growers prepare for promising season amid record heatwave
Investments in irrigation infrastructure, protected cropping methods and technology have armed growers for extreme conditions
Thai conglomerate BJC to acquire MM Mega Market Vietnam in US$717mn deal
Extraordinary general meeting set for 13 February for BJC board decision
Jerry Guerrero and Brenton Helm take on new roles at Family Tree Farms
Helm and Guerrero have been promoted to new leadership positions
Spinneys supermarket to open 12 stores in the Philippines
Partnership with ACX Holidings facilitates the first opening outside of the Gulf for the UAE-based retailer
Clean energy citrus becomes a reality in Jeju
Fruit grown with renewable energy enters the Korean market
EU and India clinch landmark free trade agreement
While other sectors will see bigger wins, the fresh produce business is set to benefit through lower duties, smoother trade and stronger IP protection