Del Monte Zero: the first carbon-neutral pineapple

Del Monte Zero: the first carbon-neutral pineapple
Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced the launch of the Del Monte Zero pineapple. Billed as its first carbon neutral-certified fruit, its business model factors in the entire supply chain […]
Tue 13/12/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

Chile’s avocado exports to fall by 20% 

Chile’s avocado exports to fall by 20% 
Chile’s avocado crop has been hit by frosts and lower temperatures, according to a report by USDA, which estimates 2022-23 exports will total 104,420 tons, 20% lower than the previous […]
Mon 28/11/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

Fresh cut mango taking off in Europe

Fresh cut mango <strong>taking off</strong> in Europe
European consumers are getting the taste for mangoes, largely thanks to the fibreless mango varieties and improved ripening methods.
Sat 26/11/2022 by Julie Butler

HLB: strong growth with exotics in US and Europe

HLB: strong growth with exotics in US and Europe
Established in Florida and Germany, HLB has been accelerating its import growth and product range of exotics. “People are looking for more new products since the pandemic,” said Melissa Hartmann […]
Wed 23/11/2022 by Pierre Escodo

Guatemala’s tropical fruit production continues to grow

Guatemala’s tropical fruit production <strong>continues to grow</strong>
Guatemala is the world’s fastest-growing producer of avocado, as the sector seeks to extend the production window and gain access to the North American market. Although papaya exports have fallen by 50% in recent times, producers still see expansion opportunities.
Fri 04/11/2022 by Nadia Venticinque

World Avocado Congress to examine sustainable global growth 

World Avocado Congress to examine sustainable global growth 
Change will be a constant theme running through the speaker programme at the World Avocado Congress, being held in New Zealand next April. Jen Scoular, president of the World Avocado […]
Thu 03/11/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

Apeel launches avocado ripeness scanner for consumers

Apeel launches avocado ripeness scanner for consumers
Apeel is to offer retailers a device for use by consumers that can inform them of the exact ripeness of their avocados before purchasing. The RipeFinder is part of a […]
Tue 01/11/2022 by Richard Wilkinson

Fyffes, looking for sustainable solutions

Fyffes, looking for sustainable solutions
Fyffes, a 130-year-old company, is a producer and marketer of bananas, pineapples, avocados and other exotics. Over 15 years ago, Fyffes started selling Fairtrade bananas to the UK. Nowadays, it supplies Europe with a significant volume of organic and […]
Tue 04/10/2022 by Amanda Cardinal

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