2026 tends to be one of the most challenging year for the citrus sector in Brazil. Although the 2025/26 crop presents a good volume of production, close to 300 million boxes of 40.8-kg, this potential has been partially affected by the high rate of fruit droppage, …
>> read moreTechnologically, fruit juice companies are operating at peak precision: advanced extraction, aseptic filling lines, and automated processes ensure high-quality production that meets strict retail standards. Yet, beneath the surface, an unseen erosion is threatening competitiveness …
>> read moreWelch’s, an iconic leader in the fruit-based food and beverage industry in the US, is teaming up with Strava, the leading digital platform for active adults with more than 180 million users, to launch the first-ever Welch’s Zero-K Challenge.
>> read morePear orange prices to the industry started 2025 at high levels (BRL 88 per 40.8-kilo box in the first weeks of the year), influenced by the limited supply and the firm demand for fruits, which had presented good quality up until then.
>> read moreThe 2025-2026 Florida all orange forecast released by the USDA Agricultural Statistics Board is 12.0 million boxes down 2 percent from last season’s final production. The total includes 4.50 million boxes of non-Valencia oranges …
>> read moreDöhler will exhibit at Marca Bologna 2026, Italy’s leading international trade fair for private label products, taking place on 14–15 January at BolognaFiere. The company will showcase a curated selection of beverage …
>> read moreGNT has opened an application laboratory in Dubai to provide hands-on support for manufacturers using its plant-based EXBERRY® colours in the Middle East, North Africa, and …
>> read moreGEA has signed an agreement to acquire the business of Hydract A/S, a Danish specialist in water-hydraulic process valves. GEA plans to complete the acquisition by end of January 2026.
>> read moreFrom 4 to 6 February 2026, Berlin will once again become the centre of the international fresh fruit industry as the global fruit trade convenes at Fruit Logistica, the leading trade fair in the sector. The event will feature a comprehensive stage programme with around 200 speakers …
>> read moreAs the festive season approaches, new research reveals a major shift in how young adults plan to navigate the most indulgent time of the year – with many swapping late-night excess for drinks with health benefits …
>> read moreAsahi Group Japan has launched LIKE MILK, the country’s first yeast-based beverage with milk-like characteristics. The product is packaged in SIG SmallBloc aseptic cartons and filled using the SIG Small 12 Aseptic filling machine, …
>> read moreKHS GmbH and employee cooperative MaGeno-Solar eG are continuing to drive the increase in renewable energy use: at the KHS production site in Worms, Germany, a new photovoltaic system with a capacity of 379.47 kWp …
>> read moreBold colour can power new food and drink products that help consumers connect, explore culture, and find comfort in challenging times, new research from GNT Group shows.
>> read moreNatalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company, now part of the Perricone Farms family, and The Friendly Toast, one of the most popular brunch spots in New England (USA), announced the launch of the Natalie’s Immunity Flight, a limited-time winter menu …
>> read more24,351 people from 134 countries created and amplified the human connection that exemplified Fi Europe’s stand-out 30th edition in Paris this year. Further solidifying its position as one of the world’s most influential food industry trade shows, …
>> read moreBall Corporation announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a majority stake in Benepack’s beverage can manufacturing businesses in Europe consisting of its two production facilities in Belgium and Hungary
>> read moreThe Coca‑Cola Company announced that its board of directors has elected Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Henrique Braun as CEO, effective March 31, 2026. Braun will succeed James Quincey, who will transition to Executive Chairman …
>> read moreThe second update of the 2025-2026 orange crop forecast for the São Paulo and West-Southwest Minas Gerais citrus belt, published on December 10, 2025, by Fundecitrus, carried out in cooperation with professor …
>> read moreTetra Pak, in collaboration with García Carrión, unveiled the first-ever use of its paper-based barrier technology for juice packaging. This innovation in sustainable food packaging solutions marks a significant step towards reducing reliance on fossil-based materials, …
>> read moredsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, announces ‘Frosted Star Anise’ as its Flavour of the Year for 2026. This forward-thinking flavour draws from the Pantone Colour of the Year 2026 …
>> read moreTractor Beverage Company, a farmer-founded, employee-owned brand behind the first and only USDA certified organic beverages served at scale in U.S. foodservice, announced its first retail product: Haymaker, a USDA certified organic, apple cider …
>> read moreA survey conducted across major Europeans markets, including the UK, found that 32 % of 18 – 24-year-olds, rely on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram for healthcare advice. This figure increases to 35 % when seeking nutrition or dietary information, …
>> read moreNuremberg will once again host the international organic community at BIOFACH from 10 to 13 February 2026. The world’s leading trade fair for organic food, BIOFACH provides a comprehensive overview of current developments all along the value chain, …
>> read moreGentlebrand, a global packaging design studio based in Italy, has demonstrated its creative leadership on the biggest stage, through securing two accolades at the 2025 Pentawards Gala …
>> read moreJungbunzlauer, a global leader in high-quality, sustainable ingredients from natural sources, launched TayaGel® Modus, a gellan gum designed to deliver exceptional clarity and high gel strength in a wide range of applications.
>> read moreRains in the second half of November favoured most producing regions in the citrus belt, supporting development of the 2026/27 crop and improving fruit quality for the 2025/26 season.
>> read moreOn Black Friday PEPSI® dropped a limited online release of Pepsi® Prebiotic Cola – the boldest evolution in cola in more than two decades – before it hits store shelves early next year.
>> read moreAs we look forward to 2026, a fundamental shift is already underway in product identification. The standard one-dimensional barcode is giving way to the dynamic 2D barcode, accelerated by the GS1 Sunrise 2027 initiative. The transition to QR codes …
>> read moreOodles of Doodles, the clean, playful, better-for-little ones’ beverage brand making everyday hydration fun, is now available for U.S. consumers. Dreamt up by kids and brought to life by their parents, …
>> read moreGEA is constructing a large-scale mixing plant for flavor production for Symrise AG at its main site in Holzminden, Lower Saxony, Germany. Symrise is one of the world’s leading suppliers of fragrances and flavours.
>> read moreThe current issue FRUIT PROCESSING 11-12/2025 is available in your account with your individual login data. Furthermore this issue is available in our online shop.
>> read moreThe World Citrus Organisation has released its annual Northern Hemisphere Citrus Forecast for the upcoming citrus season, which was presented on the occasion of the 2025-2026 Northern Hemisphere Citrus Forecast Outlook, organised …
>> read moreA daily glass of pure juice could be the most effective way to ensure you get enough vitamin C from your diet, new research suggests.
>> read moreTetra Pak announced the launch of sunflower protein, a plant-based ingredient designed to help food and beverage (F&B) producers meet rising consumer demand for plant-based products …
>> read moreFrom 4 to 6 February 2026, Berlin (Germany) transforms into the global home of fresh produce as FRUIT LOGISTICA ignites the industry with groundbreaking innovation, energising connections, and bold ideas shaping its future.
>> read moreTetra Pak has officially opened its new Product Development Centre for Powder Process and Technology in Cholet, France, designed to accelerate innovation and optimise processes for powder-formulated products.
>> read moreExporters had good perspectives for the 2025/26 season of orange juice, especially due to the exemption of the US tariff on imports of the commodity from Brazil and to the increase in the orange production in São Paulo state.
>> read moreSIG announced that, following an extensive global search, its Board of Directors has appointed Mikko Keto as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. He is expected to join in the first half of 2026.
>> read moreDöhler, a global leader in natural ingredients, ingredient systems, and integrated solutions for the food, beverage, and life science & nutrition industries, and VitaWorks LLC, a leading U.S.-based, family-owned manufacturer specialising in innovative formulation and turnkey nutraceutical production, have announced …
>> read moreGEA and RebelDot, a leading Romanian technology company, are forming a strategic joint venture to accelerate digital transformation in the global process industry. The joint venture – named “RebelDot Process Industries” will be headquartered in Cluj, Romania, …
>> read moreSymrise is bringing industry perspectives to COP30 and connected events in Belém, underscoring a strong commitment to climate action and biodiversity. A major highlight includes …
>> read moreGerman manufacturer WELTEC BIOPOWER is currently building a biomethane plant for the Irish company Evergreen Agricultural Enterprises Limited. The plant at the company’s headquarters in Monasterevin, County Kildare, will go into operation in mid-2026 …
>> read moreOn the occasion of the Pipfruit Market Observatory of the European Commission, WAPA presented a first update of its 2025/2026 European apple and pear forecast initially released at Prognosfruit in August 2025.
>> read moreData analytics company Euromonitor International has revealed its top Global Consumer Trends for 2026, with the annual report identifying four global trends that highlight crucial shifts in consumer behaviour.
>> read moreTropicana Brands Group, a leader in fresh and chilled beverages, has announced the appointment of Paul Chibe as Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Glen Walter will remain with the Company in an advisory role through the end of the year.
>> read moreThe FRUIT LOGISTICA Trend Report 2026 reveals how artificial intelligence is reshaping global fruit and vegetable supply chains and accelerating change across the industry.
>> read moreMagtein®, a unique and highly bioavailable form of magnesium with EU novel food status, is to be showcased at Fi Europe (2nd-4th December in Paris).
>> read morePulPac, a global leader in Dry Molded Fiber, and Future Materials Sweden, an innovative Swedish start-up, announce a strategic partnership aimed at driving the transition from plastics to responsibly produced fiber-based packaging solutions.
>> read moreArla Foods Ingredients will highlight its capabilities in milk and whey protein innovation with new high-protein food and beverage concepts at Fi Europe.
>> read moreInnova Market Insights provides a forward–looking analysis of the lifestyles and behaviours impacting global food and beverage choices. By leveraging megatrends analysis, insights from consumer research, observations from global trendspotters, and monitoring category trends …
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