All Lebanon articles
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ArticleLebanese produce businesses hit by widening war
As Israel broadens its war in the region, Lebanon now faces wide-scale bombings and continuing threats of a major invasion, as fresh produce companies strive to continue trading
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ArticleAsia Fruit Logistica preview: Africa & Middle East
Asia’s leading fresh produce trade show draws exhibitors from all across the globe, as Asiafruit’s continued special report demonstrates
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ArticleLebanon’s Awdi Gardens set on expanding portfolio
Awdi Gardens is planting new grape and cherry varieties, as the Lebanese grower-exporter looks to widen its offering, but various challenges mean export growth will be gradual
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ArticleRegional strife boosts Dubai role as Gulf hub
Longer transit times due to disruptions in the Red Sea are a major issue for all traders in the Middle East region, but reshipments through Dubai appear to be growing as a result, says Hani Ayloush of Fruit Line Trading
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ArticleAwdi Gardens eager to show off quality of Lebanese produce
Having experienced rapid growth in its grape exports to markets across the globe, Lebanese producer Awdi Gardens sees potential for Lebanese cherries, plums and kiwifruit
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ArticleLebanon prepares for European opportunities
Lebanese exporters are showing real ambition in Europe, aiming to respond to the particular needs of the market in spite of the severe economic and political trials at home
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ArticleCrisis in Israel threatens fresh produce supply
Security concerns in the country have apparently delayed the harvest of several different crops
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Article“Promising future” for Egyptian mangoes
Following years of improvements in the sector and the adoption of strict procedures, exporters say Egyptian mangoes are ready to reach their potential
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ArticleLebanon sees food exports soar
Exports of Lebanese agri-food products have grown significantly since 2019, with grapes seeing a sixteenfold increase
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ArticleSyrians struggle with soaring prices
Typical Ramadan staples such as dates are currently unaffordable for millions of Syrians due to an ongoing economic crisis
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ArticleGlobal goal for Lebanese grapes
High-quality grapes from Lebanon are “unbeatable”, says exporter Awdi Enterprise, which sees potential for expansion to international export markets
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AnalysisResponsible avo sourcing crucial
As global production rises, Belgian importer Special Fruit says the priority must be to work only with responsible growers
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ArticleMenkhorst named Gulftainer CEO
The UAE port operator has appointed the experienced Charles Menkhorst to oversee its expansion in high-growth global markets
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ArticleFood insecurity a global threat
The Ecological Threat Register warns of climate threat in Africa, the Middle East and South Asia, with worrying consequences for global food security
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ArticleShips divert to Tripoli port
Following the devastating explosion at Lebanon's Beirut port, container lines are diverting to the smaller port of Tripoli to maintain supplies
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ArticleLebanon reeling after port explosion
Food security is a major worry in Lebanon after at least one explosion at the port of Beirut caused extensive damage to the capital
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ArticleCrystal clear on future direction
The Saudi trader is expanding its presence across the Middle East, while investigating the possibilities for processing, packing and home deliveries
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ArticleFair Trade Lebanon promotes local
Fair Trade Lebanon highlighted the quality of local production on World Fair Trade Day during an event uniting consumers and producers
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ArticleFounding president of CMA CGM Group dies
Entrepreneur, Jacques Saade, handed over the roles of CEO, and chairman of the board, just last year
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ArticleNFT system boosts Lebanese lettuce
Rijk Zwaan's Lebanese distributor Robinson Agri introduces nutrient film technique