FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
Westfalia Fruit demonstrates the future of avocados at Fruit Attraction
From pioneering research in varietal development, to advancing sustainable supply chain solutions and driving market growth through insights and customer collaboration, visitors to the stand will be able to explore how Westfalia continues to set new standards for the fresh produce industry worldwide
Fyffes spotlights iconic brand with playful, new Irish consumer campaign
“EAT ’EM… LIKE ’EM… LOVE ’EM!” – that’s the call to action from Fyffes as the world’s first-ever fruit label launches its latest brand awareness campaign designed to put Fyffes bananas in the Irish spotlight
Asia Fruit Awards: winners announced
Dole China, City Fresh Fruit, Central Retail Vietnam and Rijk Zwaan are the winners of the Asia Fruit Awards 2025
Ibero-American Meeting on Garlic Science and Cultivation
On October 7 and 8, the municipality of Pulpí in Almería will host the Ibero-American Meeting on Garlic Science and Cultivation, an event that will bring together more than 200 professionals from the main garlic-producing countries in Ibero-America. The event will place Spain at the center of the international debate on the present and future of this strategic crop
Mercabarna to shift freight to rail
The main objective of the agreement, signed at the headquarters of the Department of Territory, Housing and Ecological Transition, is to establish a framework for collaboration between the parties to promote the transfer of freight flows from road transport to more sustainable modes
Global fresh produce industry gathers in Hong Kong for Asia Fruit Logistica
Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 officially opens today at AsiaWorld-Expo (3–5 September), bringing together the global fresh produce business for what promises to be the most dynamic and international edition of the event to date
Chiquita resumes operations in Panama with a US$30 million investment
The Panamanian Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture has welcomed the announcement of Chiquita’s return to the country, following the labour dispute that forced the multinational to halt activities in Bocas del Toro
Global Plant Genetics celebrates 10 years of growth
Global Plant Genetics (GPG) is proud to mark its 10th anniversary. A decade defined by growth, innovation, and enduring partnerships. Founded by Jamie and Rupert, whose combined horticultural expertise exceeded fifty years, GPG set out with a clear vision: to be the world’s leading IP company in its product range, delivering exceptional genetics and expertise from plant to plate
The Greenery and BelOrta formalize their collaboration with the creation of FreshAlliance
This Transnational Union of Producer Organizations (TUPO) is a flexible form of cooperation in which both organizations maintain their independence while at the same time creating added value for growers and customers
Freshfel Europe: “Concerns over tariff liberalization with the United States”
The European Commission has just presented its proposal to adjust customs duties on the import of certain products from the United States, as a result of the “agreement” reached at the end of July 2025 between the EU and the US
Tobralina brings flavor and dynamism to Mexico’s mini-plum tomato market
The International seed company celebrates Tobralina’s growing success in Mexico’s competitive mid-tech tomato segment
Reyes Gutiérrez foresees a historic year for Spanish mangoes
This locally grown fruit could mark a milestone in international market recognition
