Industry Announcements
VOG’s strategy for fruit and vegetables: Putting the focus back on consumers
In order to appeal to new consumers, including young people, and to retain their loyalty, it is necessary to create a rich, colourful assortment featuring apples with a distinct personality. VOG’s work on its brands fully exemplifies this approach.
October 10 , 2024
Sinclair and Zespri launch compostable label
Zespri stated it intends to replace all labels with the new T55 label during a transition period next year.
October 10 , 2024
Pink Lady Europe Association producers anticipate a fruitful season
This growth trend is happening within a global apple market that is shrinking to 10.2 million tons, and the apple harvest potential in Europe being one of the lowest in the last ten years.
October 10 , 2024
BLOOM FRESH expands breeding portfolio to blueberries
Inka’s Berries, founded in Peru, is a blueberry breeding program responsible for creating premium varieties such as Abril Blue+ and Alessia Blue+.
October 09 , 2024
Tomra Food strengthens AI technology offering and highlights Valencia HQ
October 09 , 2024
Fresh Del Monte to bring Rubyglow pineapple to Europe in early 2025
This red-shelled pineapple has a red outer skin, bright yellow flesh, and a new, sweet flavor similar to Del Monte Gold ® Extra Sweet pineapples.
October 09 , 2024
Peruvian avocado season ends with the incorporation of small producers
Juan Carlos Paredes, president of ProHass, spoke to Freshfruitportal.com about the importance of incorporating small producers for the Peruvian avocado industry.
October 09 , 2024
Sun World expands North American presence with growing licensee community
Sun World's widening network of licensed growers and marketers spans the globe with offices in the United States, Europe, Australia, South America, Israel, and North and South Africa.
October 08 , 2024
Canadian produce industry members to voice concerns ahead of federal elections
The fresh fruit and vegetable industry is an important part of the country;s economy that works to improve the health of Canadians while contributing $15 billion annually to the local GDP.
October 08 , 2024
SanLucar receives award for corporate social responsibility in Spain
During a ceremonial event at the Valencia Congress Palace, SanLucar’s founder and owner, Stephan Rötzer, accepted the award from the president of the Chamber of Commerce.
October 08 , 2024



