Agri-food industry ‘can engage and inspire’ teens
The agri-food industry is best placed to engage, motivate and inspire 12-19-year-olds about the sector and how to get involved in it. That’s the message from agri-education organisation LEAF

'Specialisation of the supply chain is what sets us apart'
Specialisation of the supply chain as a differentiating element, capable of giving value to all those involved, from producers to consumers. This is the winning philosophy of La Grande Bellezza

Fruitnet chairman and Fruit Logistica co-founder dies, aged 93
Chris White pays tribute to departed friend and colleague Günter Schweinsberg, the fresh produce business journalist, publisher, and chairman of Fruitnet Media International, died peacefully at

Vegetable prices rise sharply in Azerbaijan
Vegetable prices in Azerbaijan, including tomatoes, onions, and potatoes, have risen sharply recently. Farmers attribute the price increase to the sharp rise in the cost of fertilizers and

"The tight exotic market will gradually recover in the coming weeks"
Due to continued high freight rates, inflation and the annual change of season, volume availability - especially for mangoes and avocados - has come under pressure. "We are currently distributing

Table grapes lead Peru's main fresh produce exports up to April 2023
Table grapes from Peru is leading the export charge with $720 million in sales up to the end of week 13 of April 2023. In the year 2022, agricultural exports were close to $10 billion dollars,

Edeka Freienbrink's partnership with Cimcorp shows the future of fresh produce distribution
As part of the Edeka Group, Edeka Freienbrink strives to supply its 488 stores in Berlin and Brandenburg with fresh food quickly and efficiently. The aim is to supply the stores with fresh

MSC sees “fruitful partnership” between Europe and Africa
Africa’s fruit industry is currently booming, and Europe’s growing demand for the continent’s fresh produce provides major economic opportunities for African countries, according to MSC, the

Ginsters puts the focus on locally grown veg
Ginsters is looking to capitalise on growing demand for locally grown veg following well-documented recent fresh produce shortages. The baked snack brand held a planting day at Hay Farm, Cornwall

Grower and retailer challenges in Lords spotlight
The House of Lords inquiry into the horticulture sector has turned its attention to the challenges faced by growers and retailers. On Thursday 20 April the Horticultural Sector Committee was due