All Climate change articles – Page 2
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Fairmiles roundtable reveals “devastating” impact of airfreight ban
Blanket ban on airfreighted fresh produce will do nothing to help Net Zero and put millions of livelihoods at risk, meeting hears
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Big names on the programme for Festival of Fresh 2024
Trade body heads, industry leaders, top CEOs and sustainability specialists all on the bill at Festival of Fresh 2024
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Siza: farms can play big role in combatting climate change
The Sustainability Initiative of South Africa has become a household name in the South African and international fresh produce sector and plays a crucial role in the pursuit of sustainability
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Global Tomato Congress tours focus on innovation in taste
Next week’s Global Tomato Congress in The Hague takes delegates on a taste journey, thanks to a packed agenda, the cooking of Belgian chef Bart Sablon and a selection of unique tours
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Fruit Logistica: How do we take a fair approach to net zero for airfreighted produce?
The argument for airfreight was put forward on the Logistics Hub stage during day two of Fruit Logistica in Berlin
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NFU Cymru welcomes SFS stakeholder group
Welsh farming union supports new stakeholder group to assess government sustainable farming scheme
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Comment: No time to waste on supply chain emissions
When it comes to assessing the carbon footprint of your business, it’s time to face up to net zero’s biggest challenge, says Ben Jones of Aethr Associates
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Dry conditions a concern for Greek stonefruit producers
The north of Greece is known for its reliable rainfall, but this year’s abnormally warm, dry weather is a worry for peach and nectarine growers preparing for the new campaign
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Südpack’s greenhouse gas reduction targets validated by the SBTi
SBTi commits to reduce harmful emissions in order to curb global warming
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Hoogstraten 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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The future of berries: better taste, climate resistance, more autumn-winter supply
One of Europe’s top berry breeders offers her thoughts on what kind of fresh berry varieties will be needed in future
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German asparagus campaign could start and finish earlier
Open-field supply has landed in the country’s supermarkets earlier than usual, according to leading marketer Landgard
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SBTi approves Nature’s Pride and Berries Pride climate targets
Climate targets for 2030 cover the reduction of emissions throughout the chain
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GreenTech Amsterdam shines light on future of horticulture
On 11-13 June, GreenTech Amsterdam returns to the Dutch capital as technology companies showcase solutions to the big issues facing growers in the horticulture sector
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Analysis
Fruit Logistica: Heat waves in fruit production – do we have enough data?
On day one in Berlin, Dr Manuela Zude-Sasse spoke to Future Lab visitors about data collection and the development of risk models in the face of extreme weather
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Oppy releases second sustainability report
New document chronicles energy savings, food waste reduction, packaging innovations and more
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Analysis
Fruit Logistica: Climate change – new paths and new opportunities
This Fresh Produce Forum session looked at the numerous opportunities to adapt and optimise solutions across the business in the face of climate change
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Trader Joe’s puts banana price up by 21 per cent
Aldi Nord-owned supermarket changes price point after more than 20 years and says change is “necessary” due to recent increase in costs
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Analysis
Fruit 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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Comment: The rain in Spain falls mainly on… Northern Europe
Fruit and veg producers ignore the various climate challenges associated with water at their peril, says Richard Bonn, co-founder of Aethr Associates