Slowdowns at Cape Town port hampers South Africa fruit campaign, poses ‘threat’ to future of industry
The backlog at Cape Town Port has improved, but not in time to save the South African fruit industry from reputational damage, according to a statement by Hortgro. “While things are better, machines still break down and need repair. The export schedule is still lagging,” the industry body said Thursday. “Reputational damage to the fruit […]
Nectarines from South Africa looking good despite tough conditions for stone fruit overall
South African growers are increasing plantings of nectarines on the back of rising demand and better financial returns at grower level, although the industry is still under financial pressure. Young nectarine orchards that were planted in the last few years are now coming into production, with new higher-yielding varieties further boosting volumes and the use […]
South African stone fruit campaign in UK gets lift with new marketing
What customers can resist colourful and succulent plums, peaches and nectarines? They practically sell themselves when displayed well with proper signage. Each year, South African Deciduous Fruit Industry body Hortgro oversees the export of nearly 8,000 pieces of stone fruit to the UK from November to May while ensuring that retailers understand what they are […]
Berry Gardens partner with Coveris on sustainable film for products
UK production and marketing group Berry Gardens is teaming with sustainable packaging manufacturer Coveris to launch a new printed lidding film containing more than 30% post-consumer recyclate (PCR). This first-to-market film is being utilized across all of Berry Gardens’ fruit lines, including strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries and other stone fruit. Berry Gardens have been responsible […]
Hortgro making a marketing splash in UK supermarkets with
For the 13th consecutive year, South African deciduous fruit growing organization Hortgro is teaming up with UK retailers to showcase the health benefits and unique selling points of its stone fruit. This is a good time to be delivering that type of marketing campaign as sales of fresh produce have increased by nearly 10% since […]
