Berries news archive – Page 5
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Spanish group demands action after Hep A alert on Moroccan strawberries
Farmers union in Valencia has asked Spain’s Minister of Agriculture to act over reported discovery of Hepatitis A in February
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EU 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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The Summer Berry Company begins year-round British strawberry production
Producer embarks on 12-month domestic supply thanks to a new energy solution to make glasshouse production more efficient and sustainable
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Concerns 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
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India cuts tariff on Chilean blueberries
Tariffs on shipments of fresh, frozen and dried blueberries go down from 30 per cent to 10 per cent
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Oishii bucks vertical farming’s downward trend with US$134m fund boost
Company says investment will enable it to expand its strawberry and tomato production capacity and invest in new technology like robots
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Industry leaders to speak at Fresh Produce India
Top local and international players to discuss rapid market evolution as India’s premier fresh produce event returns to Mumbai
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News
Impact of weather and economic challenges evident in T&G results
T&G has reported a loss before tax of NZ$64.2m (US$39.1m) in a year marked by weather challenges and tightening budgets, but confidence in the group’s strategy remains strong
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South African blueberry industry 'on track' despite difficult season
The campaign did not live up to expectations but wider access for South Africa-grown fruit is still on the cards
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Inka’s Berries launches two premium blueberry varieties
Abril Blue+ and Alessia Blue+ meet needs of Peruvian growers for robust, resilient, high-yielding and flavourful varieties
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The Fruitist secures sponsorship deal with DC United
Premium soft fruit marketer named sleeve sponsor and official snack supplier to Major League Soccer team
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Sekoya highlights Egyptian blueberry opportunities
A special event held ahead of Fruit Logistica showcased the growth potential for blueberries globally and the advantages Egypt offered the market as a supplier
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Agrovision to start large-scale berry farming operations in China
Company expects first commercial volumes of domestically grown berries to be on sale in China in Q1, 2025
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Hall Hunter highlights worker benefits in major recruitment drive
Grower says it has the focus on worker welfare as it looks to secure summer berry pickers
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Ecuador strengthen trade links with China
Rafitication of Free Trade Agreement will significantly boost exports of bananas and non-traditional fruits in the coming years
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New strawberries from Angus Soft Fruits enter commercial production
AVA Alicia and AVA Catalina have been developed to produce through winter in the Mediterranean
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Report shows Australian horticulture’s mixed fortunes
Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook shows significant increases for fruit and vegetables offset losses for nuts
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IBO names Mario Steta as new chairman
Steta takes on new role as industry faces challenges including varietal conversion, climate change volatile market and trade issues.
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Comment
Where next for China’s thriving blueberry industry?
Michael Oates and Huang Zhang share their insights on the future evolution of fresh blueberry cultivation in China with Colin Fain, CEO of Agronometrics
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BerryWorld boss: “Supply gaps still exist”
Even in large, developed markets like Germany and France, says CEO Adam Olins, there are still big opportunities to sell more fresh berries