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News updates for the European fresh produce business.
Camposol launches Origin global genetic breeding programme
Frst two varieties, Sol One and Maia Blue, are already being produced at commercial scale and have been well received by the market
Unitec showcases AI-driven solutions at Fruit Logistica
Italian technology specialist exhibits advanced sorting systems incorporating artificial intelligence, robotics and sensors to meet growing demand for produce quality inspections
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
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
Cosmic Crisp dials up European growth strategy
DOSK, AFG and World Wide Fruit join forces with Vog and Vip to bolster European production of the apple variety
Interpoma announces details of 2026 Congress
The Bolzano event will provide two days of scientific insight into application technology and global market
Conversations
Fruitbox 117 · Hein Deprez, Greenyard
Greenyard’s founder discusses the company’s recent privatisation and explains why he sees an urgent need to redefine healthy eating
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 115 · Daniel Sauvaitre & Philippe Binard, World Apple & Pear Association
Recorded live at Prognosfruit 2025, the latest episode of Fruitbox brings you instant reaction to this year’s European apple and pear production forecasts
Interpoma announces details of 2026 Congress
The Bolzano event will provide two days of scientific insight into application technology and global market
Fruit Logistica European Statistics Handbook 2026
Despite climate pressures, cost burdens and regional shifts, Europe’s fruit trade remains competitive
Proexport showcases Murcian offer at Fruit Logistica
The Spanish association will be represented in Berlin by 26 member companies
Rijk Zwaan reflects on EU gene editing legislation
The group’s Vera Hoondert welcomes the December decision – as long as there is a level playing field globally
Agraya presents new CCO at Fruit Logistica
Wouter Conradie brings over 30 years of international leadership experience in food, agriculture, certification, and supply-chain assurance
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Tropical Blue shows promise in southern Spain
Global Plant Genetics reports “ultra-early” production and improved harvest efficiency of its new blueberry variety
Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk to transit Red Sea with one Gemini service
The shipping giants will route their India-Middle East-Mediterranean service through the Red Sea from mid-February
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
Egypt gains access to Vietnam for fresh onions and garlic
Approval comes after more than two years of technical coordination
A Duda & Sons and G’s Group acquire UK’s Tozer Seeds
Deal with boost R&D capabilities and ensure access to cutting-edge varieties for growers and partners
Orsero Group plans €5mn investment in Italy and Spain
Strong expected performance in its core distribution business sets Italian company up for year of expansion in Europe and North America
Greenfood Iberica appoints Adnan Pervez as new CEO
Catalonia-based supplier announces change following retirement of Jussi Alitalo, who founded the company as Sato Iberica in early 2005
Frutas de Chile president calls for more investment in desalination
Iván Marambio warned that thousands of hectares of production have already been lost to drought in worst affected regions
Uruguay says yes to Colombian avocados
According to ICA, negotiations were concluded in less than a year
Israeli fruit farmers count cost of boycott
Citrus and mangoes among the products that have seen overseas sales slump since the war in Gaza