Europe news archive – Page 193
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ArticleNew robotics
A hotbed of agri-tech innovation, New Zealand’s Robotics Plus is busy bringing its machines to the global market, with topfruit stalwart Adrian Scripps the first UK business to benefit
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ArticleSpike in demand for pre-packaged items
Online sales and home deliveries increase across European markets during Covid-19 shutdown
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ArticleEarly bird RedStar catches a break
One of Europe's leading tomato companies says preparing for the coronavirus crisis helped it hit the ground running
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ArticleEurope sees big spike in apple demand
Italian group Assomela reports major increase in sales over the past six weeks as a result of coronavirus outbreak
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PodcastsFruitbox: The future's bright, the future's citrus
Justin Chadwick talks to Chris White about big new opportunities for a range of citrus in markets around the globe
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ArticleSeeds of a bright organic future
Interview: The EU's Liveseed project is a major initiative aimed at improving the organic seed sector for the benefit of all producers
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PodcastsFruitbox: Is fruit and veg packaging back in vogue?
In our latest podcast, Gary Ward analyses the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on attitudes to fruit and veg packaging
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ArticleBlue Whale ready for unexpected
In the wake of Covid-19, French apple giant Blue Whale is prepared for tough times ahead, as the possibility of labour issues approaches
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ArticleDriscoll's raises US$4m in funding
Berry giant to deploy more than US$4m in charitable funds in response to the Covid-19 pandemic
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ArticlePink Lady banding together
Apple association Pink Lady Europe has seen an uptick in demand as European consumers go into lockdown, necessitating additional efforts and togetherness from staff
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ArticleFreshfel concerned over industry stability
Industry body is worried about the increasing financial burden and long-term stability of Europe's fresh fruit and vegetable supply
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PodcastsFruitbox: Changes, challenges, chances
Freshfel's Philippe Binard discusses the huge challenges ahead for Europe's fresh produce business
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ArticleCoronavirus hits Brazilian exports
Demand for tropical fruits like papayas and mangoes has fallen as consumers opt for longer lasting fruits
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ArticleEFSA publishes pesticide residue report
The report gives a snapshot of pesticide residues in food in the EU and any possible risk to consumer health
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ArticleResilience key to managing crisis
A crisis such as Covid-19 can’t be avoided, but resilience can be built to deal with it, according to Luc Arnouts of the Port of Antwerp
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ArticleNic Jooste departs Jupiter Group
Company's business development manager and former Cool Fresh CSR director set to leave at the end of April
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ArticleCovid-19 impact wide and varied
From eastern Europe to Central Asia, the response to the coronavirus is affecting all stages of the supply chain, according to Andriy Yarmak of the UN’s FAO
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ArticleProto acts fast on coronavirus
The Greek exporter has been quick to introduce new measures to ensure the health and safety of its staff, customers and consumers, but labour fears grow
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ArticleGermany faces fruit and veg shortages
Head of leading supplier Frutania warns of rising prices and lack of produce due to coronavirus restrictions
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PodcastsFruitbox: Italian suppliers rising to the coronavirus challenge
Episode 3 brings you expert analysis from Italy, where coronavirus is creating major challenges for fruit and veg suppliers