WRAP to encourage retailers to sell fruit and veg loose
Not-for-profit organization WRAP has set a target of the amount sold loose to double to 30% by the end of 2025. The aim is to target 50% by the end of 2030. In 2021, the figure was 15%. Catherine

New pigmented orange varieties allow for year-round red orange supply
The worldwide increase in the popularity of pigmented citrus varieties is not only due to their attractive color and great flavor but also for the purported health benefits because of their

The global market for frozen fruits, berries and vegetables – trends and the largest players
On March 16, 2023, the EastFruit project held the first online conference on the situation in the market of frozen fruits, berries, and vegetables. The recording of the conference is available at

Düsseldorf round: tough fight in food retailing for frequencies and receipt totals
The topic table of the Düsseldorf roundtable "Excellence in Retail", to which Fruchthandel magazine had invited representatives from the O+G sector, was once again richly covered. Right at the

The evolution of the microgreens business
In an expanding space such as indoor and greenhouse growing, how do you make your company stand out? For City Roots Organic, it starts with the story. The company is a South Carolina-based

Where are the first batches of Uzbek onions sent after the lifting of export ban?
On March 18, 2023, the abolition of a temporary ban on the exports of onion from Uzbekistan was reported. Just a few hours after the corresponding announcement of the Ministry of Agriculture

Year-round eggplants from Sicilian specialists
The Melanzì brand was launched in 2016, originally for a line of products that included jams, competes, and other canned fruit and vegetable products. However, in 2020, the founders of the

Val Venosta surprises again in Seville
Like the popular special colour assigned to Seville, the characteristic colour of Val Venosta, which is very similar, has mimicked the Andalusian capital, reflecting the special flavour of its

World Water Day: Which fruit needs the least water throughout its production process?
"Accelerating change" is the slogan chosen this year by the United Nations (UN) to commemorate World Water Day, which is celebrated every 22 March. As the UN itself states, "we must work on

New complete fruit salad from Mimaflor
The consumer trend is becoming more and more established in Spanish society, as consumers opt for a healthy and balanced diet, with healthy, quality food. Chains are also more receptive to