4. Chiquita has a very strong brand equity in tune with modern trends! Freshness High Quality Brand I Trust Healthy All-Family & Kids Taste Vibrant & Energetic Natural
5. Chiquita Brand: The No.1 Banana Brand in Europe with extremely high TOM awareness in key markets
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12. Health Consciousness is on the rise and many government initiatives to promote healthier eating (more F&V). Source: Datamonitor Consumer Survey, June 2006
13. The Consumer Paradox: Fruit consumption is not increasing in Europe. Apples & Pears Banana’s Citrus Fruit Dates, figs, Exotics Melons & Papaya’s Other Fruits Stone Fruit Table Grapes 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
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15. We are competing in the world of healthy snacking and fruit is not winning the game!! Fruit is commodity and not as convenient, innovative than other snacking products.
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17. Rethink Our business! Fresh Fruits Healthy Fresh Beverages and Snacks Grocery Retail New Channels Commodity Added Value Innovation Taste, Nutrition, Convenience Reposition Chiquita as a Healthy Snacking and Beverage Company to Promote Fruit Consumption addressing current consumer needs and behavior