“The weather continued to favour this particular mango season”
“The weather continued to favour this particular mango season” “The weather seems to have blessed India’s mango season this year. Yashwant Chakve Patil, director of Indian fruit exporter AA Reyach International, states that although the majority of their mangoes are sold on the domestic market, they also export a significant amount to the USA: “Compared […]
Canadians’ grocery shopping habits increasingly driven by discounts and deals: report
Canadians’ grocery shopping habits increasingly driven by discounts and deals: report “New survey finds Canadians choose where to shop based on in-store discounts and promotions Almost two-thirds of Canadians say they have switched their primary grocery store in the past year to score better deals. A new survey by Dalhousie University‘s Agri-Food Analytics Lab and marketing […]
“Complementarity must prevail over competition”
“Complementarity must prevail over competition“ “The attacks on Moroccan fresh produce trucks in Spain and France betray a major misunderstanding between professionals from the two shores, as well as an unease that cannot be ignored and that must be remedied, declares Mostapha Mohattan, CEO of Fructimoor. The exporter says, “We are well aware that our […]
Importer reflects on Fruit Logistica 2024
Importer reflects on Fruit Logistica 2024 “Fruit Logistica, a notable trade fair in the fruit and vegetable industry, took place from February 7th to 9th and Salix Fruits reflects on their participation. “It is a pleasure to be present at Fruit Logistica every year. It is the meeting place for people from all over the […]
‘Very pleasant surprise’: Canada’s inflation rate tumbled to 2.9% in January
‘Very pleasant surprise’: Canada’s inflation rate tumbled to 2.9% in January “Grocery prices were up 3.4% annually in January Canada’s inflation rate fell more than expected last month as price growth moderated across the economy, including outright price declines for gasoline, airfares and clothing. The annual inflation rate tumbled to 2.9% in January, down from […]
‘Always a reason to buy beauty’: Young shoppers keep cosmetics hot despite inflation
‘Always a reason to buy beauty’: Young shoppers keep cosmetics hot despite inflation “Beauty is hot, even when the propensity to spend is not In Keon Zhang‘s household, it started with a rite of passage: his eight-year-old discovering a pimple. “She was like, ‘Daddy, I need to get rid of them … I need a skin […]
Onubafruit presents five new blueberry varieties at Fruit Logistica
Onubafruit presents five new blueberry varieties at Fruit Logistica “Spanish cooperative Onubafruit presented five new blueberry varieties – Demba, Sana, Selma, Aila, and FV1905 – at Fruit Logistica this month, Blueberries Consulting Magazine reported. Company Manager Francisco Sánchez said the new cultivars are in full production, with “magnificent results” observed so far. Headquartered in Huelva, Spain, Onubafruit says […]
Red Sea crisis drives air freight as alternative to higher maritime costs
Red Sea crisis drives air freight as alternative to higher maritime costs “From conflict in the Red Sea to drought in the Panama Canal, maritime carriers are facing a number of logistical challenges, contributing to longer transit times and higher costs. Mike Parr, managing director of PML Seafrigo, said the challenges have required freight carriers to explore […]
“I believe the two most important parts of this chain are the producers and the consumer”
“I believe the two most important parts of this chain are the producers and the consumer” “Destination Produce was founded in late 2023, its vision, to serve the wide and diverse fresh produce industry with its complex supply chain and demands from its many stakeholders. The company was co-founded by Paul Tomlinson and Mark Wright […]