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Why pea protein performs better in smoothies
Why pea protein performs better in smoothies
  • Product
  • Innovation

Adding protein to a smoothie sounds simple. In reality, it's one of the most decisive choices in product development. Not all proteins behave the same, and small differences can have a big impact.

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Why plant protein has become the new baseline in smoothies
Why plant protein has become the new baseline in smoothies
  • Product
  • Innovation

Protein has changed. Smoothies followed. This is the thinking behind Blue Boost and Red Fuel.

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How foodservice and wholesale can take control of food cost
How foodservice and wholesale can take control of food cost
  • Product

Rising ingredient costs, labour shortages, unpredictable consumer patterns, and persistent inflation are forcing every kitchen and purchasing department to rethink how value is created. One category quietly emerging as an economic booster is frozen fruit.

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New & improved recipes: Green Reviver & Ginger Beets
New & improved recipes: Green Reviver & Ginger Beets
  • Product

At Crop’s, we continuously refine our fruit mixes to help our partners serve the most flavourful, visually appealing, and high-quality smoothies possible. Innovation is in our DNA, ensuring every product not only meet expectations, but exceeds them.

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Eastern-inspired cooking
Eastern-inspired cooking
  • Inspiration & recipes

To celebrate the upcoming Ramadan period, we’ve developed four new Eastern-inspired recipes. The goal is simple: take familiar regional elements and update them with frozen fruit that add freshness and colour. 

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Chef's special: meet Laurence De Smet
Chef's special: meet Laurence De Smet
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  • Inspiration & recipes

Laurence De Smet, winner of First Chef of Belgium 2025, brings classic techniques and modern creativity together. In collaboration with Crop’s, she created four unique recipes using premium frozen fruit.

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The global matcha obsession explained
The global matcha obsession explained
  • Product
  • Inspiration & recipes

Matcha is everywhere. And with today's health-oriented and functional eating, it's the perfect trend to tap into.

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Turning challenges into change: our sustainability journey in Morocco
Turning challenges into change: our sustainability journey in Morocco
  • Sustainability

This case from our Moroccan terroir shows how Crop’s is tackling climate challenges through smart irrigation, integrated pest management, and plastic recycling — proving that sustainability is the only way forward.

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15 years of driving retail forward: meet Julie Leplat
15 years of driving retail forward: meet Julie Leplat
  • Our people

Meet Julie Leplat, Sales Manager Retail Fruits at Crop’s. In this interview, she shares her journey, insights on market trends, and what makes working at Crop’s so special.

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A new FSA-SAI certification
A new FSA-SAI certification
  • Harvest & terroirs
  • Sustainability

A new FSA-SAI certification. 
 

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Build your frozen fruit assortment layer by layer
Build your frozen fruit assortment layer by layer
  • Inspiration & recipes
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Anuga 2025 – reveal the Do Food Good mission!
Anuga 2025 – reveal the Do Food Good mission!
  • Innovation

We headed to Cologne this year with our brand new purpose – Do Food Good.

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5x fruits that taste better frozen
5x fruits that taste better frozen
  • Product

When most people think of frozen fruit, they imagine smoothies and desserts. But savvy foodservice operators, retailers, and manufacturers know something even more powerful: some fruits actually taste better frozen.

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British frozen food awards 2025
British frozen food awards 2025
  • Innovation
  • Our people

Crop's UK brings home the Bronze award in the Best New Seasonal/Party category.

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Bee-ometrics
Bee-ometrics
  • Sustainability

Crop's and BeeOmetrics partner up together! 

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PLMA - new innovations
PLMA - new innovations
  • Innovation

Crop's presents its new innovations at the PLMA Trade show.

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The art of jam-making
The art of jam-making
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  • Inspiration & recipes
  • Innovation

With a 6.35% global growth rate, the jam industry is craving innovation. Discover how new ingredients can help your business stand out.

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Brunch is bigger than ever
Brunch is bigger than ever
  • Inspiration & recipes
  • Innovation

Brunch is having a major moment in 2025, and it is definitely here to stay. Learn how your business can maximise the brunch trend today, and boost your profit!

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One bag, four ways to serve
One bag, four ways to serve
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  • Inspiration & recipes

Streamline prep and boost your revenue with our frozen fruit for smoothie bags.

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Bringing the past to the present: nostalgic food is back
Bringing the past to the present: nostalgic food is back
  • Inspiration & recipes
  • Innovation

Food has this incredible ability to take us back in time. A single bite can remind you of childhood lunches, family dinners, or late-night snacks with friends. And in 2025, that nostalgic pull is stronger than ever. 

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Celebrating 10 years of excellence: meet Simon Pertry
Celebrating 10 years of excellence: meet Simon Pertry
  • Our people

Key Account Manager Simon Pertry celebrates a decade of success in the frozen fruit industry. From expanding global markets to driving innovation, Simon shares insights on his journey, industry trends, and what’s next.

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6 key trends shaping the future of smoothies
6 key trends shaping the future of smoothies
  • Product
  • Innovation

Discover the top six smoothie trends shaping 2025, from innovative functional ingredients to personalised wellness blends. Explore how consumer preferences and cutting-edge research are redefining the smoothie experience for health-conscious lifestyles.

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Deep dive into Individual Quick Freezing technology
Deep dive into Individual Quick Freezing technology
  • Product
  • Innovation

This article highlights how IQF rapidly freezes food to preserve freshness, texture, and nutrients, and covers the process, benefits over traditional freezing, and innovations like energy efficiency and expanded applications. It emphasizes IQF's role in reducing waste, enhancing food safety, and supporting sustainability, while addressing challenges like costs and fruit-specific adaptations.

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Sial 2024 - innovation award
Sial 2024 - innovation award
  • Product
  • Innovation

Crop's gets selected for the Sial innovation award with it's papillote. 

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Trust in sustainability: cultivating a responsible future at Crop's
Trust in sustainability: cultivating a responsible future at Crop's
  • Sustainability

Embark on a journey through our unwavering dedication to sustainability. At Crop’s, we blend present success with future responsibility, all under the umbrella of 'Trust' - our beacon of sustainability.

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Culinary trends and innovations: how fruit puree portions elevate your drinks and desserts
Culinary trends and innovations: how fruit puree portions elevate your drinks and desserts
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  • Innovation

In the ever-evolving world of food and beverage, offering something unique and exciting to your customers is crucial for achieving success.

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25x delicious recipes using frozen fruit
25x delicious recipes using frozen fruit
  • Inspiration & recipes

Unlock the flavour of frozen fruit in your kitchen: 25 delicious recipes to enjoy all year round!

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British Frozen Food Awards
British Frozen Food Awards
  • Innovation

Crop's UK wins 2 awards at the British Frozen Food Awards.

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Hello BBQ weather!
Hello BBQ weather!
  • Inspiration & recipes

BBQ recipes to celebrate the arrival of warmer weather, all ready for you to try.

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Crop's Agro-Exchange
Crop's Agro-Exchange
  • Harvest & terroirs
  • Innovation
  • Sustainability

Sharing best practices across our terroirs

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How smoothies boost your sales
How smoothies boost your sales
  • Product

Smoothies are a delicious and nutritious addition to your menu that can boost your sales and make you stand out from the crowd. Learn how in this article.

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10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Smoothies
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Smoothies
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Blending smoothies is so easy, and with these extra tips of our experts, your blends will be perfect every time!

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Unique Fruit Combinations for Smoothies
Unique Fruit Combinations for Smoothies
  • Product
  • Inspiration & recipes

While we cherish our classic favourites such as strawberry-banana and pineapple-mango, our team of food experts has curated a range of unique fruit combinations that never fail to impress your guests.

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Minimizing food waste
Minimizing food waste
  • Sustainability

Support to local communities

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Smoothies: a Study on Liquid Bases
Smoothies: a Study on Liquid Bases
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  • Inspiration & recipes

What liquid base should you use? And which ones are to avoid? Discover everything in this article and become the smoothie blending expert!

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How to Decorate your Smoothie Bowl like a Pro
How to Decorate your Smoothie Bowl like a Pro
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  • Inspiration & recipes

Decorating your smoothie bowls might be a challenge when just starting out, but it undoubtedly takes your smoothie bowls to the next level. In this article, we'll explore the tips and techniques from our experts.

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New biomethanisation plant up & running
New biomethanisation plant up & running
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  • Sustainability

An important step in Crop's TRUST program

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How healthy are smoothies?
How healthy are smoothies?
  • Product

Smoothies have become a popular breakfast and snack option, but how healthy are they in reality?

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5 spring recipes you need to try
5 spring recipes you need to try
  • Inspiration & recipes

Early Spring marks the arrival of freshly frozen fruit, and in this recipe, we present five handpicked recipes that promise to make this season truly exceptional.

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Unfreezing the truth: 10 myths about frozen fruit
Unfreezing the truth: 10 myths about frozen fruit
  • Product

In this article, we dive deeper on why frozen fruit is a valuable addition to your kitchen, while revealing the truth on common myths and misconceptions about frozen fruit!

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Is frozen fruit as healthy as fresh fruit?
Is frozen fruit as healthy as fresh fruit?
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The common belief that fresh is always superior has deeply rooted itself in our thinking, but the truth is: frozen fruit is as healthy and nutritious as its fresh counterpart. But why?

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7 reasons why you need to stock your freezer with frozen fruits
7 reasons why you need to stock your freezer with frozen fruits
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Mindful lifestyle choices are gaining importance. Discover how frozen fruits can help you to adopt a healthy, balanced, affordable lifestyle while reducing food waste.

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5 reasons why everyone needs frozen pineapple in their life
5 reasons why everyone needs frozen pineapple in their life
  • Product

Beyond their delicious taste, frozen pineapple has a lot to offer. In this article, we dive into the five compelling reasons why everyone needs frozen pineapple in their life.

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A smooth start: 5 ways to begin the new year healthy with frozen fruits
A smooth start: 5 ways to begin the new year healthy with frozen fruits
  • Inspiration & recipes

Are you ready to flip the script on your breakfast and lunch routines?

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5 easy, last-minute festive recipes
5 easy, last-minute festive recipes
  • Inspiration & recipes

Impress your guests this holiday season with these five easy, last-minute, and delicious recipes. Visit our inspiration page for more recipes.

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Fruit mixes, salads, toppings - a comprehensive guide
Fruit mixes, salads, toppings - a comprehensive guide
  • Product

In this informative guide, we explore the key differences between fruit mixes, salads, and toppings, offering a comprehensive understanding to enhance your culinary expertise.

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Horquetas plantation milestone: ready, plant, grow!
Horquetas plantation milestone: ready, plant, grow!
  • Harvest & terroirs

A bit more than 2 years ago, Mathias Bohl, Luis Diego Rodriguez and Gerald Cambronero started the works on the Crop’s Costa Rican pineapple plantation in Horquetas.

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