Banana news archive – Page 112
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ArticleChiquita launches sticker contest
Group invites consumers to personalise their own banana sticker, with a chance to see their designs on the fruit
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ArticleBanana supplies run short
The UK banana market has become strong in recent weeks with various weather conditions in Latin America interrupting supply
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ArticleMaersk turns to rivals after DR pull-out
Shipping giant Maersk has had to look to its arch-rivals to continue supply banana from the Dominican Republic after its decision to pull the plug on supply from the Caribbean country.
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Europe supports DR banana imports
The European Commission held its first review meeting on EC Regulation 669\\2009 on high risk imports on Monday.
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ArticleRussia's JFC ‘to double’ Ecuador imports
According to Ecuadorian government report, Russian importer JFC wants to increase banana volumes from Andean nation
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ArticleChiquita Hellas supports sporting initiatives
Company’s Greek subsidiary hands out thousands of free bananas at sports events and social schemes
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ArticleChiquita makes healthy start to summer
Chiquita Hellas subsidiary holds summer parties in three Greek cities, encouraging consumers to include bananas in their diet
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ArticleDry drops Philippine banana volume
Drought has forced Philippine banana growers to improve infrastructure, while separate pressures push towards ‘green’ production
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ArticleFreshfel Europe reappoints president
Freshfel Europe has reappointed Ramon Rey for a second term of office as its president during its annual general meeting on 3 June in Brussels.
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ArticleOrganics sector makes slow but sure progress
As organic fresh produce slowly rises from the ashes, competition in the form of well-established and understood ethical brand throws Fairtrade vegetables into the arena. Elizabeth O’Keefe takes a look at the organics sector
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ArticleCosta Rica sets sights on veg
Costa Rica has set its sights on increasing vegetable exports to Europe following negotiations over a free trade agreement with the EU.
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ArticleGuadeloupe exports resume after volcanic delay
Banana exports from Guadeloupe are set to restart following a lengthy hiatus caused by the volcanic eruption at Montserrat.
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ArticleGuadeloupe bananas return to EU
Following a lengthy hiatus caused by the volcanic eruption at Montserrat, exports of Guadeloupe's bananas are ready to resume
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ArticleTaiwanese bananas back in China
Taiwan will ship bananas to the Chinese mainland for the first time since 2006, but overall exports are down this year
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ArticleCosta Rica pesticide project gets off to a flyer
The Costa Rican banana industry research programme that aims to reduce the use of pesticides through biological control by 50 per cent in 10 years is running ahead of schedule.
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ArticleStrong banana market follows difficult period for sector
The banana trade is facing a difficult period as poor consumption levels from consumers and unimpressive trading performances from the big players have left the job looking like a tough prospect. Alex Lawson looks at developments in the last quarter
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ArticleDublin wholesalers prove they are fighting fit for business
Draped in a rich and detailed history, Dublin’s Corporation Fruit Market has been supplying both the city and the rest of Ireland with wholesale fruit and vegetables for more than 100 years, but nearly half of that time has been spent searching for change. After years of unfulfilled promises of regeneration, Elizabeth O’Keefe asks how Dublin wholesalers can ensure the market is sustainable for future generations to benefit from and enjoy.
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ArticlePineapple pricing stirs up reaction
Lobby group Banana Link has spoken out about the low retail price points of pineapples in the UK claiming it can be damaging to workers in Latin America.
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ArticleBanana deal to be 'signed this month'
Agreement between the European Union and Latin American banana exporting nations will be ratified next week
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ArticleMaersk hails Philippine banana trial
Container vessel using StarCare technology successfully transports Philippines-grown bananas to Rotterdam