Melons
All the news and market analysis for worldwide melon Industry, including melon growers, melon production, and the import and export of melons.
Asian opportunities for Rijk Zwaan
With Asia Fruit Logistica taking place next month in Hong Kong, Fruitnet speaks to Jan Doldersum about Rijk Zwaan’s priorities when it comes to the Asian market
Spanish melons and watermelons bounce back
Growers hail return to normal production and the reactivation of demand in August
Italian growers face up to fire and ice
Severe hailstorms and extreme heat leave parts of Italy’s fruit and vegetable production base battered and bruised
Fresh Del Monte opens new office in Germany
Hamburg operation will lead continued expansion as company looks to satisfy demand for sustainably sourced fresh fruit
Big names in fresh produce sign up for Global Tropicals Congress
Dole, AMFresh, Westfalia, Olympic Fruit, Georges Helfer, Wealmoor, and Blue Skies head to The Hague for dynamic day of trendwatching and networking
Seed companies showcase melon innovations
Melon & Watermelon Innovation Days connect producers and houses of melon and watermelon seeds in the Region of Murcia
Produce preparation services take off in Korea
Consumers are using services provided by retailers to get their fruit and vegetables cut to preference
Major step forward for Fyffes melon business
Company’s Honduran farm obtains GlobalGAP certification as part of ongoing effort to transform its Central American operations
Australian melons chase bigger slice of Asia
South-East Asia is a high priority for Australian melon industry as it looks to grow exports
Dolce Passione consortium launched
Roberto Castello will head up alliance producing black seedless watermelons sold under the new brand
Anecoop looks ahead to positive Bouquet seedless watermelon campaign
Season will be supported by promotions in Spain, France, Czech Republic and Poland
New campaign highlights Melones El Abuelo’s heritage
Campaign shows evolution of Spanish melon brand through the ages
IT gong for Melon&Co
Melon supplier wins award for its work in digitising supply chain data
Blue Skies celebrates 25 years of ‘people, profit and quality’
Adding value at source, employing local people, and transforming communities has been central to the supplier’s approach since sending its first fruit to UK in 1998
Refresh for CMR’s Cosarica brand
The brand has renewed its corporate identity by modernising both its packaging and labelling
Tatayoyo wins Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2023
Rijk Zwaan’s branded variety holds off strong competition to win this year’s top prize at Fruit Logistica in Berlin
World of Fresh Ideas · Rory Byrne, Dole
The CEO of the world’s largest fruit and veg company reflects on major challenges and exciting growth opportunities for the business
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TNFC highlights CO2-neutral citrus
The Natural Fruit Company’s presence at this year’s Fruit Logistica is “all about sustainability”, according to the company, as it showcases its year-round range of sustainable citrus and melons.
Dutch duo bring fresh melon expertise to United Fruits
New venture LEFresh has spent the past six months developing a melon business for the company, sourcing from Costa Rican supplier Rica Fruta
Tunisia sees fruit exports rise in 2022
Fruit export volumes from the North African country increased by 41 per cent last year compared with 2021, with watermelons and peaches leading the way
Dole Europe GmbH puts faith in new managing director Tobias Deil
Company says Deil’s “expert skills” will ensure it maintains and extends it close links with customers in Europe
First batch seedless watermelons for IG Melons
Subsidiary of fruit importer IG International completes first harvest of Indian-grown seedless watermelons
BASF in melon breeding acquisition
Company’s vegetable seeds business closes the acquisition of melon breeding company ASL
Bollo International joins The Natural Fruit Company
Deal creates a citrus and melon giant with an annual sales volume of around 480,000 tonnes
Hopes high at Hillfresh for 2023
The Dutch group is moving into the new year with excitement over the potential of products such as Limelon, according to managing director Hans van den Heuvel
Plan ahead for Fruit Logistica 2023, which has something for everyone
Make sure you are fully prepared for your return to the world’s biggest and best fresh produce trade exhibition
Fyffes Honduran melon business receives social responsibility award
The company obtained a final score of 96 per cent in corporate social responsibility audit
Daintree Fresh upgrades for export
Australian melon grower receives grant to upgrade packing facilities bolstering its export capabilities
Continued potential for Tunisian fruits
Soaring costs, including for airfreight, are a huge challenge for Tunisia’s fruit sector, but exports to Libya are on the rise, while European expansion is in sight
Insights aplenty at Rijk Zwaan Melon Event
Expert speakers and new varieties to take centre stage at day-long event near Bangkok on 1 November
Rijk Zwaan faces challenges head on
The Dutch group remains adaptable when facing up to key issues, with its breeding programmes focusing on disease resistance and cost-effectiveness
BASF pushes boundaries with Green Queen artichoke
New hybrid artichoke promises reduction in food waste and significantly higher yields than standard varieties
Year of change for Hillfresh
2022 has seen shifts in IT and logistics while the melon category has been a standout performer, the group’s Dirk van den Heuvel tells Fruitnet
Small increase in Spanish fresh produce imports
Imports of fruit and vegetables for the January-July period rise 1 per cent in volume