South America was well represented with stand holders from Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador and the Dominican Republic and also some Spanish companies.
The Chilean citrus committee was present, they expect an increase in export volume this year. Colombia brought two exporters, one big in avocado and one big in pineapple export. Peru and the Dominican Republic were there to promote the countries and connect potential buyers with the people from their country. Ecuador brought different exporters this year to the exhibition, one in avocado which is the first time they have brought an avocado exporter.
Andy Weir and Ian Nottage fom Reynolds
The US were also present through various associations and companies. South Africa was represented mostly through the UK partners. Most of the UK companies present have been attending since the start but there were a few new faces.
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From Europe there were Spanish, Italian companies as well a few companies from The Benelux.
Francesca Hopkins, Kirsty Fleetwood and Alex Nesbitt from Jupiter
The Media Masterclass also took place on Thursday afternoon. This year Dr Rupy Aujla, founder of the Doctor's Kitchen gave a talk and demonstrations.
On Friday the retail tours included a production tour hosted by Wilkin & Sons as well as the retail, New Spitalfields Market and Reynolds Food Service tours.
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