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Aldi Hong Kong partners with TradeBeyond on supply chain management
CBX platform to centralise retailer’s supply chain data, automate workflows, and ensure accurate operations documentation
Sun World grape varieties gain traction in Namibia
Breeder has announced licensing agreements with multiple Namibian exporters, strengthening its presence in early season production regions
Fall Creek to unveil new Sekoya Nova variety at Fruit Logistica 2026
High-chill blueberry variety offers shelf-life exceeding 60 days and approximately 80 per cent of fruit above 18mm diameter
Premier Fresh Australia enters new Sun World table grape partnership
Agreement enables Premier Fresh to market Sun World table grapes in Australia and internationally
SVM Variety Management secures China court win over PremA280 apple patent infringement
Court orders defendants to pay over Rmnb5mn, with SSR molecular marker testing used to prove infringement
Washington fruit industry mourns death of BJ Thurlby
Washington State Fruit Commission president passes at the age of 60
Shinsegae Department Store unveils Thai mango gift set for Lunar New Year
Mangoes carefully sourced from Thailand’s Chachoengsao province
Sunkist launches Year of the Horse packaging for Lunar New Year
The global fresh citrus supplier’s annual Lunar New Year initiative features custom-illustrated packaging and flexible merchandising solutions
China expands kumquat exports to Middle East
Industry insiders expect exports to grow more than five-fold on 2023 volumes
Mexican avocado exports to US forecast at record 2.5bn pounds
Avocados from Mexico forecasts record US import volume, citing favourable weather, consistent quality and integrated supply chain as key drivers
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Japan’s domestic mandarin production set to rebound in 2025/26
Improved weather conditions to stabilise production in coming season while gradual structural decline to pose continued challenges
Finalists revealed for Fruit Logistica Innovation Awards 2026
Nominees for Fruit Logistica Innovation Awards 2026 have been announced, with five nominees each in Fresh Produce and Technology categories
IFPA’s 2025 Impact Report showcases “major wins” for industry
The report showcases IFPA progress across several areas including trade, food safety, sustainability, and labour policy
Tasmanian cherry export season launched in Hong Kong
Fruit Growers Tasmania, with the support of the Tasmanian government, will promote the Australian state’s fruit in top export market
Korean citrus growers call for support as US import tariff phased out
Sharp increase in US mandarin imports coincide with planned tariff phase-out, sparking fears for local industry
WA Farm Direct launches Australian-grown Ondine flat stonefruit in China
Australian marketer partners with importers, including Riverking International, to supply Ondine flat peaches and nectarines for the first time
Korean consumers seek out frozen alternatives as price of fresh fruit rises
Annual imports of frozen fruit on track to reach record levels for second consecutive year
Malaysian durian industry urged to harness GI protections to add value
The country’s durian varieties have yet to be registered internationally, which could enable stronger branding opportunities
Australian table grape exports return to form on the back of Japanese boost
Adaptive and engaging marketing programme is helping to highlight Australia’s high-quality table grape offering in Asia
USA Pears launches World Pear Day campaign
Fresh campaign sees pears rain down animated Times Square billboards and across Manhattan buses