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to the website of the international magazine FRUIT PROCESSING
published by confructa medien GmbH
Welcome
to the website of the international magazine FRUIT PROCESSING
published by confructa medien GmbH
The 2025-2026 orange crop forecast for the São Paulo and West-Southwest Minas Gerais citrus belt, published on May 09, 2025, by Fundecitrus in cooperation with full professor at FCAV/Unesp, is 314.60 million boxes …
>> read moreMacfrut continues on its growth path. The 42nd edition of the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable supply chain held at the Rimini Expo Centre from 6 to 8 May, welcomed over 61,000 visitors, marking a 10 % increase compared to 2024.
>> read moreUNESDA Soft Drinks Europe has announced the launch of a tailored LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) online tool for the soft drinks industry.
>> read morePremium mixer and adult soft drinks brand, London Essence, announced the launch of its new Crisp Apple Crafted Soda into retail and hospitality venues. The new pack size was launched at the end of April in major retailers …
>> read moreOrange prices continue moving down in the domestic market in April (in natura), pressed by the higher supply of early fruits (such as hamlin and westing) and of ponkan tangerine. Moreover, the downward trend is also influenced by decreases at the industry.
>> read moreArla Foods Ingredients will highlight the functional benefits of pure BLG (beta-lactoglobulin) in a new protein soda concept at Vitafoods Europe.
>> read moreGlobal packaging company Elopak opened its first ever U.S. carton converting plant in Little Rock, Arkansas. The state-of-the-art factory costs USD 100 million and will produce …
>> read moreWith its ambitious climate protection strategy, the KHS Group is steadily driving the reduction in its carbon emissions. One key milestone here is its recent validation by the Science-Based Targets initiative …
>> read morePolyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) are biocompatible and biodegradable plastics in soil and marine environments synthesised by a wide variety of microorganisms, which share very similar characteristics with …
>> read moreElopak has published its 2024 annual report, highlighting record-breaking revenues and significant progress in the areas of planet, profit, and people. This demonstrates the company’s commitment to its revised strategy, …
>> read moreRiedel, a leading juice producer in the Netherlands, continues to drive innovation in sustainable packaging by transitioning its Van de Boom syrup range from metal cans into SIG carton packs made of the packaging material …
>> read moreSIG announced the continued success of its SIG Terra portfolio, with a 15 % increase in sales for SIG Terra packaging materials for aseptic cartons in 2024. The growth is well above the strong 6 % overall revenue growth …
>> read moreArla Foods Ingredients will highlight the functional benefits of pure BLG (beta-lactoglobulin) in a new protein soda concept at Vitafoods Europe.
>> read moreSymrise sets out to make a strong impact at Vitafoods Europe 2025 in Barcelona from May 20–22. At booth 4D55, visitors can explore cutting-edge health solutions …
>> read moreGivaudan announces the launch of Myromi™, a patent-pending handheld aroma delivery device controlled via smartphone. The technology facilitates real-time engagement, enabling users to create new aroma profiles …
>> read moreIngredients identified by GlobalData’s AI Palette platform are already appearing in new product innovation, tempting consumers with niche flavours, health benefits, and …
>> read moreMagtein®, a highly bioavailable form for magnesium supplementation, is to debut at Vitafoods Europe in the wake of huge success in the US.
>> read moreIFF announced the opening of the Citrus Innovation Center in Lakeland, Florida, in partnership with Florida Polytechnic University. This 30,000 square foot facility encompasses state-of-the-art capabilities in botanical research leveraging its …
>> read moreGEA is investing twelve million euros in the British company Caldera. Caldera has developed electric Storage Boilers that can store electricity in the form of heat that can be extracted on demand.
>> read moreDespite numerous challenges, 2024 was a successful year for the mechanical engineering company Flottweg. As expected, sales of around EUR 285 million were around 4 % below the excellent figure for the previous year. Results continue to be affected by the tense geopolitical situation in …
>> read moreThere is a global call for reduced sugar that is shaking the JNSD world – particularly fruit juice production. Driven by consumer concerns about health and weight, and further burdened by sugar taxes and other regulations in a number of countries, how can you reduce the sugar level of juice products, …
>> read moreSwiss headquartered international Baumer Group has acquired Manas Microsystems Pvt. Ltd. Manas Microsystems is one of the largest and technologically leading manufacturers of flow meters in India. The company provides innovative products for flow measurement …
>> read moreAlfa Laval just published a brand new edition of the company’s renowned Pump Handbook. The 375-page handbook is free and contains scholarly information on basic pump functionality …
>> read moreFoodTech start-up Better Juice, Ltd., announced its collaboration with Ingredion, Inc., a leading global provider of specialty ingredients to the food and beverage industry. Ingredion Ventures, Ingredion’s venture investment arm, will lead the Series A funding …
>> read moreGEA is investing twelve million euros in the British company Caldera. Caldera has developed electric Storage Boilers that can store electricity in the form of heat that can be extracted on demand.
>> read moreCoca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced an investment in Pipeline Organics, a climate tech startup hoping to revolutionise the generation of clean and renewable energy.
>> read moreThe large photovoltaic system built by Sidel at their Parma plant has become fully operational, enabling the site to satisfy 40 % of its electricity needs and cut its CO2 emissions by 871 tons/year, equal to the amount absorbed by 43,500 trees. It is one of the largest corporate photovoltaic systems in Emilia-Romagna, …
>> read moreBritvic, the FTSE 250 global soft drinks business, has partnered with Atrato Onsite Energy, a leading solar energy provider, to deliver clean energy to Britvic via …
>> read moreLeading soft drinks business, Britvic, is redoubling its efforts to cut carbon emissions and save energy – with £8 million of investment to improve efficiency at its London factory.
>> read morePepsiCo, Inc. announced that LIFEWTR will be packaged in 100 % rPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate), and bubly will no longer be packaged in plastic.
>> read moreThe food industry is going through a time of profound change, driven by current environmental challenges, new consumption habits and the need for more sustainable and efficient production models. In this scenario, innovation in beverages, new ingredients …
>> read moreIFF announced the opening of the Citrus Innovation Center in Lakeland, Florida, in partnership with Florida Polytechnic University. This 30,000 square foot facility encompasses state-of-the-art capabilities in botanical research leveraging its …
>> read morePolyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) are biocompatible and biodegradable plastics in soil and marine environments synthesised by a wide variety of microorganisms, which share very similar characteristics with …
>> read moreA new randomised controlled trial, conducted by Gaylor et al, demonstrates that BENEO’s Palatinose™ slow and sustained release carbohydrate improves aspects of sleep when consumed as a bedtime drink. By leading to more balanced blood glucose levels, …
>> read moreGlobalData’s new “Hot Topics” cannabis study on the claimed consumption behavior of cannabis users compared to non-users highlights …
>> read moreInnova Market Insights has been a specialist in consumer-packaged goods trends for 30 years. The company now uses an AI-enhanced platform to analyse insights and observations and generate reports like its report on global flavour trends …
>> read moreThe 2025-2026 orange crop forecast for the São Paulo and West-Southwest Minas Gerais citrus belt, published on May 09, 2025, by Fundecitrus in cooperation with full professor at FCAV/Unesp, is 314.60 million boxes …
>> read moreOrange prices continue moving down in the domestic market in April (in natura), pressed by the higher supply of early fruits (such as hamlin and westing) and of ponkan tangerine. Moreover, the downward trend is also influenced by decreases at the industry.
>> read moreIngredients identified by GlobalData’s AI Palette platform are already appearing in new product innovation, tempting consumers with niche flavours, health benefits, and …
>> read moreThe 2024-2025 orange crop for the São Paulo and West-Southwest Minas Gerais citrus belt, published by Fundecitrus, carried out in cooperation with full professor from FCAV/Unesp, concluded with 230.87 million boxes of 40.8 kg …
>> read moreThe 2024-2025 Florida all orange forecast released by the USDA Agricultural Statistics Board is unchanged at 11.6 million boxes. If realised, this will be 36 percent less than last season’s revised production. The forecast consists of …
>> read moreAs processing companies reduced the pace of activities of oranges in early April, part of units was then focused on crushing the tahiti lime. According to players surveyed by Cepea, this scenario helps to flow non-standard fruits to processing activities, …
>> read moreMacfrut continues on its growth path. The 42nd edition of the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable supply chain held at the Rimini Expo Centre from 6 to 8 May, welcomed over 61,000 visitors, marking a 10 % increase compared to 2024.
>> read moreArla Foods Ingredients will highlight the functional benefits of pure BLG (beta-lactoglobulin) in a new protein soda concept at Vitafoods Europe.
>> read moreThe food industry is going through a time of profound change, driven by current environmental challenges, new consumption habits and the need for more sustainable and efficient production models. In this scenario, innovation in beverages, new ingredients …
>> read moreSymrise sets out to make a strong impact at Vitafoods Europe 2025 in Barcelona from May 20–22. At booth 4D55, visitors can explore cutting-edge health solutions …
>> read moreGlobal packaging company Elopak opened its first ever U.S. carton converting plant in Little Rock, Arkansas. The state-of-the-art factory costs USD 100 million and will produce …
>> read moreBuyers can experience the diversity of coffee from South America and Africa at the Import Promotion Desk (IPD) stand at the World of Coffee. IPD is accompanying 18 coffee producers from …
>> read morePremium mixer and adult soft drinks brand, London Essence, announced the launch of its new Crisp Apple Crafted Soda into retail and hospitality venues. The new pack size was launched at the end of April in major retailers …
>> read moreSay hello to Sēkwl Beverage House, a new kind of brand shaking up the beverage industry with drinks that blend flavour and function and that taste as good as they make you feel.
>> read moreSimply Spiked® is turning up the heat for 21+ fans with the launch of its new Simply Spiked® Tropical Variety Pack – a lively new addition to the brand’s popular lineup of ready to drink offerings with 5 % real fruit juice …
>> read moreCulture Pop Soda, the better-for-you soda brand made with real, simple ingredients, has officially dropped its ninth flavour: Grape.
>> read moreRobinsons, the UK’s number one squash brand1, is unveiling the latest flavour in its Ready-to-Drink range with refreshing and delicious Orange & Mango. Perfect for those on-the-go moments in a 500 ml format, the launch is full of the great taste that shoppers …
>> read moreRaspberry Dragonfruit is Happy Thursday’s bold spin on the hottest flavours trending with 21+ Gen Z drinkers. Inspired by top-selling non-alcoholic refreshers, Raspberry Dragonfruit taps into a growing demand …
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