Middle East news archive – Page 21
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Efforts multiply to address water woes
The effects of climate change are already apparent to farmers worldwide, whose efforts to overcome water scarcity to feed a growing population are a defining struggle of our time
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Egypt acts to avert water shortages
The country is constructing the world’s largest sewage water treatment plant as it seeks to avoid future water shortages
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Soloberry unveils North African alliance
Berry supplier announces strategic alliance for strawberry supply with Morocco’s iBerry and Egypt’s Korra Agri at Fruit Attraction
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Kuwait lifts Australian export ban
Melons and strawberries are again allowed access following respective food safety incidents
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Spanish citrus faces turbulence
Exchange rate distortions and Brexit uncertainties are creating an unstable climate for exporters
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Pure Harvest secures funding
UAE start-up Pure Harvest has received funding from the Mohammed bin Rashid Innovation Fund to construct its foundational greenhouse in Nahel
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A taste of France in Dubai
French exporters travelled to the UAE last week to highlight the quality of French fruit and vegetables at WOP Dubai and at an evening tasting event
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Farm Fresh eyes Mideast expansion
US firm’s sweet potatoes making significant progress in the region as well as in Europe
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EGCT plans frozen factory
The Egyptian exporter is readying to open a new factory dedicated to frozen produce, including strawberries, peas and carrots
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BayWa Al Dahra harvests first UAE tomatoes
Snack products to be sold as premium, branded offer at supermarkets in the country, with a focus on quality and taste
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New Hoogsteder DC prepares for take-off
The Greenery's international export business is moving to a brand new, airfreight-equipped facility in 2019
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Etihad Cargo launches FreshForward
Freighter airline Etihad Cargo says it is strengthening its focus on fresh produce with the launch of FreshForward
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Egypt lifts South Africa ban
Four months on from the outbreak of listeria in South Africa, Egypt has announced that it will now readmit imports from the country
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Sales up at Abu Dhabi centres
The ADFSC’s supply centres have seen a jump in seed and fertiliser sales in the UAE, as demand for locally grown vegetables continues to rise
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East is east
Brands, technology and growers are bridging the gap between Europe and Asia, with opportunities for British produce in markets from the Middle East to China to Japan
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Spain recognises Saudi export growth
Fresh fruit and vegetable exports to Saudi Arabia have climbed steadily in recent years
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Iran reeling from Trump effect
US president Donald Trump’s abandonment of the Iran nuclear deal, one of his predecessors’ key achievements, looks set to isolate the country once more
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Kibsons steps up handling efficiency
The Dubai trader’s new warehouse at Al-Aweer will feature mechanised handling equipment from Al-Bahar to boost efficiency
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EU lifts measures on Egyptian strawbs
The EU Commission has lifted additional examination procedures on Egyptian strawberries after new quarantine procedures pass the test
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UAE explores new growing techniques
Film farm technology may offer growers in desert regions a way of cultivating high-quality produce without soil and with limited water