FPC unveils two new websites for its Future, Careers events
The Fresh Produce Consortium has launched two stunning websites to help showcase and bring together its signature FPC Future and FPC Careers events happening in November. Easily navigable and featuring two prominent produce colors – green and orange – the sites offer a quick way for those interested in the produce industry to be able […]
M&S survey shows Brits’ top priority this summer is to live, eat healthy
How are families planning to spend their summer in the UK? More than half of those who were surveyed as part of the M&S Family Matters Index said they are prioritizing eating more healthy foods and looking to exercise more. Many are looking to take trips to the country to improve their mental health or […]
South Africa concludes record table grape season, though UK down slightly
South Africa’s 2021-22 table grape season has officially concluded, and the intakes reached a total of 77.7 million cartons (4,5kg equivalent), marking a 4% year-on-year increase, the SATI industry body said. When comparing regional performance to the 2020-21 season, the Orange River and Hex River regions displayed the highest volumes inspected with an increase of […]
Could Mexico present big opportunity for UK, emerging export markets?
Mexican growers can benefit from huge, untapped potential in markets from Asia-Pacific to the Middle East and Europe as well as increasing demand for fresh fruits and vegetables by looking beyond traditional export destinations, delegates to the inaugural IFPA Mexico Conference. Despite being traditionally focused on the neighboring U.S. market, Mexico can realize greater export sales […]
In U.S., transportation and produce supply chain also remain uncertain
Paul Revere was worried only about Land and Sea. Today, our transportation troubles include Air as well. Current transportation and supply chain woes are testing the resiliency so frequently attributed to the produce industry. For many of us, the increased cost of sea and air transportation is easily measured in the number of air pallets […]
Australia facing fruit and vegetable shortages until September
As the impact of floods and cold weather hits Australia, the farmer’s federation predicts that fruit and vegetable shortages will continue for six weeks, with supply levels returning to normal in September, but warns that distribution issues and high prices could persist. According to a report by The Guardian, the acting chief executive of the National […]
Camposol makes good progress towards year-round avocado supply
With its avocado season in full swing, Camposol is broadening its focus to include additional areas to develop further sourcing alternatives and strengthen year-round avocado supply. In a statement, Commercial Operations Director of Camposol David Bruggen said that “as our growth plans move forward, we continue to deepen our capability to supply fresh avocados on a year-round […]
U.S. research: Ultra avocado shoppers make significant impact on the category
By Alejandro Gavito, Senior Business Insights and Data Services Manager, Hass Avocado Board Marketers and retailers who understand fresh avocado shoppers and their purchase behaviors can create strategies that drive traffic, build loyalty and grow sales of fresh Hass avocados. In the rapidly evolving retail landscape, market dynamics are heavily influenced by shopper characteristics and […]
