Supply news from Eurofruit
Coverage of Europe’s local and international fruit and vegetable suppliers, including news and analysis of key areas such as production, trade, exports, logistics, and research and development.
Spring brings challenges for stonefruit in Western Balkans
The fruit sector in Serbia and the broader Western Balkans region is facing a period of transition, influenced by changing climatic conditions, market dynamics and production trends
European apple bodies call for rethink on EU sustainability rules
Afrucat, Assomela, and ANPP warn that new EU regulations threaten Europe’s food sovereignty
Agri-exports at DP World Callao’s TMS reach US$3.666bn in 2024
TMS is one of the most productive terminals on the West Coast of South America
Congestion at Port of Tangier-Med threatens Moroccan fruit exports
Maersk warns of delays caused by high number of refrigerated container unloadings
Chilean producers react with dismay to Trump tariffs
Fedefruta president warns that it will hit growers and workers in the country
T&G kicks off New Zealand Envy season
T&G forecasts a a total crop featuring all varieties of 79,200 tonnes, the largest New Zealand Envy crop since 2022
Candine picks up apple award in Singapore
Candine, described by France’s Blue Whale as the “perfect variety” for the Asian market, has won the fresh apple prize at Voted Product of the Year Singapore-Malaysia
Equilibria makes first-ever shipment of South American limes to Tampa
Shipment was part of inaugural voyage of new direct service from Cartagena to Tampa
France and Mexico discuss trade and investment
After seven years of negotiations, French apples could be closer than ever to gaining access to the Mexican market, as Trump’s tariffs encourage greater cooperation outside the US
Hortifrut unveils Berry Easter packs
Blueberry packs aim to provide a healthier, more sustainable treat this Easter
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End of an era for South African citrus leader Justin Chadwick
Justin Chadwick, who is retiring as chief executive of the South African Citrus Growers’ Association, speaks exclusively to Fruitnet about three decades of service
Dole cautions fees on Chinese ships would drive banana prices up
US plan to place port fees on China-built vessels will impact trade, according to Dole
Dole orders 400 Star Cool 1.1 units with Sekstant telematics
Dole is upgrading its reefer containers in order to gain more detailed data insights and improve overall operational efficiency
Research points to positive effect of Poly4 on soil health
Anglo American and Biome Makers have formed a collaboration to assess the impact of low-carbon fertiliser Poly4 on the soil microbiome
Peruvian blueberry exports could grow 22 per cent this season
Scotiabank forecast said increased planted area, improved farming techniques and better varieties behind hike
Egypt and Jordan on the rise in premium strawberries
January’s showcase of premium UC Davis cultivars demonstrates the growing influence of Egypt and Jordan in strawberry production, according to Global Plant Genetics
Green Fruits posts 21.8 per cent hike in turnover for 2023/24
Results hailed successful example of cooperation and cooperative integration
Vanguard’s Peruvian grape exports hit new record
With shipments now concluded, the company looks back on a challenging but positive campaign
Moroccan avocado exports on the rise
Country reported recorded shipments in 2023/24 and is on course to top this in the current season
Uruguay gets green light to export fresh persimmons to Brazil
With 211mn inhabitants, Brazil becomes a promising new market for Uruguayan growers