All Belgium articles – Page 5
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NewsPort of Antwerp-Bruges’ quarterly figures “reflect resilience”
First-quarter cargo throughput increased 2.4 per cent despite the weak economic climate
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NewsEuropean fresh produce consumption decreases
The latest edition of Freshfel’s Consumption Monitor shows that Europe is falling well short of the minimum recommendation of 400g per day/capita of fresh fruit and vegetables
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ArticleHoogstraten strawberries show benefits of working together
Whether it’s selecting the right strawberry varieties, marketing to consumers or overcoming challenges like climate change and high costs, Michiel Vermeiren, business unit manager fruit at Belgian cooperative Hoogstraten, sees cooperation as vital
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ArticleMelinda acquires master licence for Morgana apple brand
Italian consortium seizes opportunity to boost its produce portfolio with the development of another exclusive club variety
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ArticleOctiva launches UV-C robot for greenhouses without rails
The Belgian-Dutch company is the first to introduce a UV-C robot on a large scale that can drive autonomously throughout the greenhouse without using a pipe rail system
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ArticleDemargro recognises opportunities in Brexit Britain
The Belgian exporter is intent on boosting its range of products and growing in new markets including the UK, which experienced shortages last year
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NewsBiobest inaugurates new facility
At the opening, Biobest unveiled its new company structure, logo and name – BioFirst Group
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ArticleFreshfel opens public consultation on PEFCR
Industry members have until 30 April to provide feedback on the Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules
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NewsWouter Kolk to leave Ahold-Delhaize
Chief executive for Europe and Indonesia is to step away from the management board by the end of the year
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AnalysisFruit Logistica: Keynote interview – What happens when the next crisis hits?
Steve Alaerts of Foodcareplus Logistics sat down with Fruitnet’s Michael Barker at the Logistics Hub to discuss improving the resilience of international fresh produce supply chains
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ArticleHigh costs remain the big challenge for the future of Belgian strawberries
Strawberry volumes from Belgium are set to rise in the coming weeks as the new campaign hits its stride, but the main issue going forward is diminishing returns for growers
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ArticleVersatility and convenience behind Belgian cucumber rise
In Belgium, consumption of cucumbers has nearly doubled over the last 15 years, and cooperative BelOrta says a whole new market is opening up for snacking and added convenience
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ArticleCertified Pickup rolled out at Port of Antwerp
The Port of Antwerp authority calls Certified Pickup an important step in the digitalisation of the logistics chain for containers
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ArticleCut tax on fruit and veg to boost consumer health, says report
New research based on consumer survey in seven countries suggests governments can do more to help people meet WHO’s recommended daily intake
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ArticleTomra LUCAi platform now available for cherries
New LUCAi platform for InVision2 leverages Tomra’s Deep Learning technology to add value to cherry packing
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NewsMixed reception to EU’s CSDDD ahead of final vote
The EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) looks set for approval next month, but critics suggest the latest version is a wasted opportunity to revolutionise how business is done in the EU
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ArticleRed Sea and Green Deal disruptions set 'uncomfortable' precedent
Marc Evrard of topfruit exporter Belgian Fruit Valley talks to Fruitnet about some of the issues behind the farmers’ protests across Europe and the effect of the disruptions in the Red Sea on trade flows to East Asia
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NewsBelgium’s BelOrta welcomes start of Coeur de Boeuf tomato season
The Belgian cooperative has announced the sale of its first Coeur de Boeuf tomatoes of the season, with expectations high following annual growth in the production area of 28 per cent
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ArticleEU to ban plastic packaging for fruit and veg
Fresh produce industry expected to mount ‘legal challenge’ against PPWR, which singles out plastic packaging for fresh fruit and vegetables but leaves other food categories unaffected
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ArticleConcerns remain high over impact of EU’s proposed plastic ban
As MEPs and EU member states consider outlawing plastic packaging for fruit and veg, industry leaders fear such a move could do enormous damage, as is already predicted in Canada