06-01-2025
Westfalia Fruit acquires Belgian avocado products company Syros
Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, has completed the acquisition of Syros, a Belgian-based manufacturer of avocado products serving the European food and service industry as well as retail sectors.
26-11-2024
Exciting Initiative from Westfalia Fruit in The Netherlands: Driving Sustainability and Innovation with Tattooed Mangos
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, is proud to announce the launch of laser etching on mangoes. Driven by its Netherlands-based operations, this initiative eliminates the need for individual plastic PLU stickers. After extensive testing and trials, the uniquely lasered mangoes have been introduced to customers in Europe.
08-11-2024
Westfalia Fruit's digital storytelling recognised with two Lovie Awards
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and other fruits, has been awarded two Lovie Awards for its innovative "Our Story" webpage.
28-10-2024
Westfalia Fruit presenta su papel sostenible hecho con aguacate y su innovación en envasado en Fruit Attraction 2024
En Westfalia Fruit, multinacional líder en el suministro de aguacates y otras frutas, están decididos a aprovechar todas las partes del aguacate a lo largo de la cadena de suministro. Como ejemplo, han desarrollado una prueba de concepto de papel fabricado con un 25-30% de residuos de aguacate, lo que demuestra sus esfuerzos por minimizar los residuos y maximizar el aprovechamiento de los recursos.
25-10-2024
Westfalia Fruit celebrates first Hass avocado shipment to India
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh fruit, is proud to announce the arrival of its first-ever container of South African Hass avocados in India, which arrived on Tuesday, 22nd October 2024. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the company’s export efforts and the broader South African avocado industry.
21-10-2024
Westfalia Fruit appoints Chris Bush as Group CEO
The Board of Hans Merensky Holdings (HMH) and Westfalia Fruit Group (Westfalia) announced today the appointment of Chris Bush to the post of Group CEO, effective 28 October, 2024. Mr Bush will take over from Acting Group CEO Rian du Toit who returns to his role as Group CFO.
10-10-2024
Westfalia Fruit y Neolithics sientan nuevos precedentes en la reducción de la pérdida de alimentos y la mejora de su frescura
Westfalia Fruit, multinacional líder en el suministro de aguacates y conocida por su enfoque innovador, se enorgullece de anunciar su asociación con Neolithics.
10-10-2024
Westfalia Fruit Celebrates Historic First Shipment of Avocados from South Africa to China
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and fresh fruit, is proud to announce its inaugural shipment of avocados from South Africa to China. This milestone marks a significant expansion of the company’s global footprint and underscores its commitment to quality and sustainability in the avocado industry. This achievement not only strengthens Westfalia Fruit’s presence in one of the world’s largest economies but also underscores their broader strategy of entering high-potential markets across the globe, such as the successful entrance into India a few years ago. It represents a major step forward in Westfalia’s global expansion and is a landmark achievement for the South African avocado sector.
23-09-2024
Westfalia Fruit se prepara para presentar innovaciones en aguacate en la Fruit Attraction 2024 de Madrid
Westfalia Fruit, líder mundial en la industria del aguacate, exhibirá en Fruit Attraction 2024 su compromiso con la agricultura sostenible mediante el uso de tecnologías pioneras como las pruebas de fruta no destructivas y el papel hecho con aguacate. Con actividad en 17 países distintos y un equipo internacional especializado, Westfalia Fruit sigue sentando precedentes al tiempo que aborda desafíos ambientales críticos para la industria.
16-05-2024
Westfalia Fruit Unveils Dynamic New Website to Celebrate 75 Years of Pioneering Excellence
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit, has launched a brand-new website to showcase its heritage, dedication to quality, and commitment to sustainability. The launch occurs as Westfalia Fruit celebrates its 75th anniversary. Founded in May 1949, the company has forged a reputation as a trusted supplier of avocados, fresh fruits, and other plant-based products to a range of customer groups around the world, including those operating in retail, foodservice, and wholesale sectors.
28-02-2024
Westfalia Fruit trials exclusive technology targeting food safety and sustainability
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados, has conducted the first successful trials of an innovative and natural method of ensuring food safety within the supply chain.
21-02-2024
Westfalia Fruit: helping the climate and Colombian biodiversity with a unique reforestation project
Westfalia Fruit, a leading multinational supplier of avocados and a range of fresh vegetables and fruit is leading a unique effort in Colombia to care for a nationally protected area on its land in the Sonsón municipality, north-west of the capital Bogotá.
