Asia Fruit Logistica 2024: A Fresh Perspective

We had the pleasure of attending the largest fresh produce trade show in Asia, Asia Fruit Logistica, last week. It presented a great opportunity to connect with our customers and suppliers and explore new business opportunities. The event took place over three days, 4-6 September 2024 running alongside Asia Fruit Congress, all held at the Asia World-Expo events centre near Hong Kong airport. Asia Fruit Logistica is where every link of the international fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain meets face to face each year to make contacts and do business.   As it’s held in Hong Kong, it represents the gateway to business in China and the entire Asian market and we were looking forward to deepening our understanding and appreciation of the Asian market and its unique needs and opportunities. The booth attracted a steady stream of visitors, curious to learn more about Radiare and the wider grower shareholder offering from Frutura. We enjoyed taking the opportunity to be able to meet with many of our existing trusted partners from growers to customers, but more importantly this was an opportunity for us to meet new contacts and network with the Asian market. As we wrap up our experience at Asia Fruit Logistica, we are feeling energised by the connections we made, the knowledge we gained, and the exposure we received. Many thanks to the organisers and to Frutura for the space and opportunity to allow us to showcase our latest offerings and to all those that we met at the show.  We hope to see you there next year with even more to share. For those that we didn’t get to see, we look forward to hopefully seeing you in Madrid at Fruit Attraction at the beginning of October. Find out more information on Frutura here, a key part of our grower shareholder family.

Meet the Team: Enrique Salvador, Senior Commercial Manager, Radiare

Meet the Team: Enrique Salvador, Senior Commercial Manager, Radiare We are thrilled to introduce Enrique Salvador, our new Senior Commercial Manager at Radiare. Enrique brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted passion for produce, making him a valuable addition to our team.  Hailing from Almeria, a region known for its rich history in table grape cultivation, Enrique’s connection to produce runs deep. For over a century, his family has been involved in growing table grapes for export, and this heritage has profoundly influenced his career. While table grapes have been his primary focus, Enrique has also worked extensively with stone fruit, avocados, melons, salad, and vegetables. At Radiare, Enrique will be collaborating with other Radiare team members to strengthen our supply base and develop sales across Europe. His extensive background and passion for produce make him an ideal fit for our team, and we look forward to the innovative contributions he will bring. We are confident that Enrique will play a pivotal role in driving our success and growth in the European market. An interview with one of Radiare’s new team members, Enrique Salvador. Job title: Senior Commercial Manager Years of experience: 11 years Places you have worked before: Source Technologist at Fresca Group (Mack/Thanet Earth) & Account Manager / Sales at Moyca Grapes Favourite all-time fruit: Grapes and Figs What do you have to take to a meeting: The essentials: pen, notebook and water 1. What did you want to be when you grew up? Doctor and Vet, but ended up in agriculture 😊 2. Why did you decide to go for a career in food & drink? My family background. 3. Describe your job in one or two sentences. Strengthening the supply base together with Salva Garces and developing sales in Europe together with Manuel. 4. What does a typical day look like for you? No typical day lately!! 5. If you could go back in time and give your younger self career advice, what would you say? Don’t take things personally and be constructive. 6. What is your favourite project you’ve worked on in your career so far, and why? Developing sales in national retail when at Moyca. 7. If you could work in any other industry, regardless of qualifications or experience, which one would it be and why? I’d be a baker, no doubt. 8. What made you apply to be a Senior Commercial Manager at Radiare? Former collaboration when at Moyca. 9. What’s the most rewarding part of working in the fresh produce sector? Meeting new people, developing relationships, making new customers & reaching goals. 10. If you could pick a celebrity to join your team who would it be and why? Charlie Chaplin, he’d know how to bring the laugh when things go wrong. 11. What luxury would you have on your desert island? A yacht to escape from it 😀 Curious about Radiare’s products and services? Have questions? Contact us today!

Recipe: Grape & Apple Autumn Salad

As the leaves begin to turn and the air gets a little crisper, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the bounty of autumn with a delicious and healthy recipe.  This Grape and Apple Autumn Salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds, making it an ideal addition to your meal plans or a refreshing snack for those warmer autumn afternoons. Ingredients: Instructions: Why This Salad is Perfect for Autumn: Whether you’re packing it for a lunch or enjoying it as a light meal, this Grape and Apple Autumn Salad is sure to become a favourite. Embrace the flavours of autumn and enjoy the simple pleasures of fresh, wholesome ingredients.