FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
Carrefour sells 35 properties in France and Spain for €290m
The sale and leaseback deal will allow the retailer to unlock value from its real estate portfolio while continuing to operate the stores
Hortifrut strengthens its EMEA strategy with Carmelo Gabarro
With 26 years of experience at the company across genetics, production and management, Carmelo Gabarro will lead Hortifrut’s operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa
Chiquita brings innovation, sustainability and iconic brand experiences at IFEMA
From next-generation banana varieties to consumer engagement, Chiquita showcases its vision for the future of the category in Madrid
Von der Leyen opens Organic Congress amid CAP debate
As negotiations on the next EU budget and Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) shape the future of European food and farming, over 260 representatives of the organic movement, policymakers, farmers, businesses, researchers and civil society are gathering in Cork for the European Organic Congress 2026
Dulcis™ unveils ‘Ready to love it’, a new positioning for the premium green kiwi
The brand enters a new phase of growth with a campaign built around everyday moments and different consumer profiles, as production reaches 4,350 tonnes
Zespri™ boosts Northern Hemisphere supply
Zespri™ expects a strong Northern Hemisphere season, with estimated production of 28 million trays (99,000 tonnes) of Zespri™ SunGold™, up 16% on the previous season
Sorma Group debuts EVA-700 and Ultra-Scan at Fruit Attraction
The company is presenting its new automated pre-grading machine and an inspection system that analyses fruit from the surface to the inside, alongside other solutions designed to make the fresh produce sector more profitable, sustainable and future-ready
Fruit Attraction 2026: First Day Highlights and Images
The trade fair, organised by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX, brings together companies from 78 countries and occupies 162,000 square metres at IFEMA MADRID
New harvest: Kanzi® looks ahead to 2026-2027
As the European harvest nears completion, Kanzi® is looking ahead to the 2026-2027 season with confidence. A broadly stable European crop is expected. This provides the basis for a marketing programme that brings together exceptional eating quality, strong consumer engagement and coordinated retail support
Macfrut 2027: the future of the fresh produce sector is here
The 44th edition of the international supply chain trade fair will take place from 20 to 22 April 2027 at the Rimini Expo Centre. The event will feature numerous new developments, including an international focus on Chile, Piedmont as Partner Region and kiwi as the flagship product
Kikokà surpasses 10,000 tonnes and strengthens its structure
The yellow kiwi consortium has more than doubled its estimated production, while Alberto Raviolo takes over as commercial director as the project enters a new phase of growth
Miss Chiquita steps out of the sticker for breast cancer awareness
Chiquita brings its iconic character to life for the first time as part of its “Small Change, Big Difference” campaign, while its Pink Sticker returns to bananas worldwide throughout October
