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Essential stories, analysis and research from Europe’s fresh produce markets, with a focus on imports, retail, wholesale, marketing, and consumers.
AGOA extension welcomed but tariffs remain on South African fruit
President Trump extends AGOA for one year, but South Africans say it will not change trade options for the country’s fruit
Fruit Logistica European Statistics Handbook 2026
Despite climate pressures, cost burdens and regional shifts, Europe’s fruit trade remains competitive
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
Tango receives Flavour of the Year award
The seedless mandarin is recognised by consumers in Spain and Portugal
Event celebrates quality of European fresh produce
The Europeanfruits campaign hosted an evening in Warsaw focused on freshness, quality and safety standards
European demand for Egyptian strawberries stays strong
Adverse weather conditions in Morocco and Spain have disrupted berry supplies to Europe this winter, with buyers turning instead to Egypt
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
North Bay Produce unveils farmer-focused rebrand
The Michigan-based company will unveil its farmer-focused rebrand at Fruit Logistica, featuring innovative augmented reality labels
Dubai bolsters standing as regional hub
With the creation of the Foodstuffs, Fruit and Vegetable Market, set to be twice the size of the current market, Dubai is reinforcing its position as a world-class hub for fresh produce, according to Redha Mansouri, CEO of Fresh Fruits Company, and Hesam Rahi, CEO of Farzana Trading
Fruit Logistica 2026: New Product Showcases celebrates its premiere
Fruit Logistica launches new innovation format: Eleven new products from the fresh produce, machinery and technology, and logistics segments
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Rijk Zwaan's R&D investment reaps the rewards
Innovative cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes, peppers and more will be championed by Rijk Zwaan in Berlin, as the group continues to prioritise R&D investment
Bollo and ClemenGold International join forces
Companies have announced a strategic alliance designed to deliver a seamless 12-month supply of premium mandarins to European retailers
Unica Group to debut new SOLOH tomato at Fruit Logistica
The premium snacking tomato is part of the cooperative’s strategy of creating added value and adapting to new consumer demands
Jimbee’s Galia melon receives Flavour of the Year award
Company said the award recognises its commitment to offering fruits with distinctive character, quality, and uniqueness
Amazon shutters Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores
Closures come as retail giant doubles down on online grocery delivery and Whole Foods Market expansion
Moldovan stonefruit navigates frost for premium opportunities
Last April’s frosts may have slashed yields, but Moldova’s stonefruit exporters are capitalising on premium pricing and high EU demand
Former FPJ publisher David Hope-Mason dies aged 85
Hope-Mason led former FPJ publisher Lockwood Press for over 30 years and co-founded Market Intelligence, which launched Eurofruit and Asiafruit
Italian supplier urges consumers to make Snappy decision
Convenience, health, sustainability and flavour are key ingredients in new line of snack grapes out of Puglia
Avocados From Mexico again opts for AI for Super Bowl
This year it has launched the Prediction Pit, an interactive tool offers real-time football predictions and custom guacamole recipes
Huercasa builds Europe’s largest sweetcorn on the cob factory
The €20mn facility will help consolidate the company’s position as a European leader in this product