Webinar: Exporting avocados to Europe

Avocados have become extremely popular in the fresh trade. The European market has grown exponentially into a multi-billion euro business over the last decade. The reason? The avocado is a healthy and versatile fruit, and consumers in Europe love it.

The demand is still on the rise. But, with global production increasing fast, supply peaks are becoming more frequent. So, what is the future of avocados in Europe, and how long will the demand continue to increase?

During this webinar, we will look at the latest market developments and trends. We will focus on these questions:

• How does European demand develop?
• Which countries offer the most opportunities?
• What trends play a role in the developing demand?
• How is competition evolving?
• What do you need to become or remain a successful supplier?
   

For whom?

The webinar is for entrepreneurs and business support organisations active in the avocado sector and interested in exporting to the European market.

Agenda

14:00 – 14:05 CET: Opening remarks and introduction by Thomas Vonk.
14:05 – 14:20 CET: The European demand and trends by Michel Peperkamp.
14:20 – 14:35 CET: Guest speaker: Guest speaker: Piet Schotel, sector expert import of fresh fruits and vegetables.
14:35 – 14:45 CET: Questions and answers.
14:45 – 15:05 CET: Entering the European avocado market by Michel Peperkamp.
15:05 – 15:15 CET: Questions and answers.

Presenters

Thomas Vonk will host this webinar. Thomas is the CBI Programme Manager Market Intelligence for the fresh fruit and vegetables sector.  Presenters include:

Michel Peperkamp from ICI Business.
Michel has worked as a researcher and export consultant in the fresh food and food ingredient industry for more than 10 years. He has guided trade missions and helped companies looking for new markets in Europe. He has worked as a market researcher for CBI in the fresh fruit and vegetables sector for almost 8 years.

Guest speaker: Piet Schotel, sector expert import of fresh fruits and vegetables

Piet is a sector expert in the import of fresh fruits and vegetables. He is experienced in value chain development and developing new business for SMEs from developing countries. He gives practical sector training to companies and business support organisations (BSOs) on market and buyer requirements, food safety and sustainability issues. He also works as a business coach for CBI projects for SMEs and BSOs.

More information

For more information, please contact Programme Manager Thomas Vonk via the contact form.