LPS '19: Brazil aspires to become one of the most important tropical fruit suppliers to UK The country’s fruit producer-exporter organisation Abrafrutas sees specific opportunities for avocados, papayas, mangos and limes. Read more >
Aldi extends partnership with Neighbourly to donate food, reduce waste The supermarket chain expects surplus giving, which will take place at all of its stores, to increase by 50 percent as it continues its work with community engagement group. Read more >
Global Grape Summit announces stellar lineup of panelists, insightful sessions The commercially focused event — in conjunction with The London Produce Show and Conference — will feature several educational sessions; M&S, Sainsbury's reps will be part of UK panel. Read more >
The Greenery reports disappointing year for net profit, announces future plans The Dutch company says it plans to continue its partnership with UK-based APS but admits it has concerns over potential disruptions caused by Brexit. Read more >
Optimizing sorting tech would grant produce industry a 'quick win', says TOMRA The Norwegian company says tackling waste can lead to profits; 'Selling fruit or vegetables as a lower grade of produce ... is far better than not selling it at all.' Read more >
South Africa anticipates challenging apple and pear season in Europe The country’s topfruit marketing window and prices look set to come under pressure, but trade body Hortgro says fruit colour and eating quality will be “very good”. Read more >
LPS '19 preview: Italy’s Alegra aims to cement UK position as deciduous fruit supplier The marketer is eager to emphasise its offer of large, reliable volumes with standardised quality across kiwifruit, pears and stonefruit. Read more >
