Middle East news archive – Page 23
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Saudis to revoke ban on Egyptian produce
Announcement of resumption of strawberry and pepper exports due to be made within days
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ADFSC to supply Elite Agro in UAE
The Abu Dhabi Farmers’ Services Centre is set to supply Elite Agro as the UAE looks to strengthen its domestic supply chain for local produce
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Indonesian SMEs look to Middle East
Smexindo has given smaller Indonesian traders an insight into competing for exports to the Middle East
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Pakistan restricts trade with Iran, fears backlash
Iran’s ministry of agriculture isn’t happy with the 90 per cent drop in exports of fresh fruit to Pakistan
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Spinneys pioneers stonefruit project
The UAE retailer teams with South Africa's Fruits Unlimited to push ripe and ready stonefruit in the Middle East
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UAE sees organic shelf space grow
Retail space for organic products is increasing in the UAE, according to a new study, but new product launches tend to focus on “natural” and “free-from” claims
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Disruption ahead for fruit and veg distribution
Fruit Logistica's ground-breaking new trend report explains how major trends are re-shaping the supply chain
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International presence at WOP Dubai
The annual WOP Dubai exhibition took place at the World Trade Centre in December, attracting exhibitors and visitors from all around the world
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Gulf challenges remain for Kenyan avos
Avocado exporters in Kenya have considerable experience sending to the Gulf, but logistical hurdles continue to hamper progress
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Gulf potential for Ghanaian mangoes
Ghanaian exporter Fruit Brothers sees good opportunities for its mangoes in the Middle East if it targets the market right
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Levarht plans vertical salad farm for UAE
New centre to combine modern and traditional techniques, establishing sustainable supply of lettuce, babyleaf and herbs
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Spar sets sights on Saudi growth
The Dutch retail group has formed a partnership with Al Sadhan Group to build its presence in Saudi Arabia
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Alejandro Moralejo named CEO at Salix
Moralejo takes the helm as the US firm prepares for broaden its products and markets
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Egyptian exports rise in 2017
Egypt’s Agricultural Export Council has revealed that exports of Egyptian fruit and vegetables rose by 3 per cent last year
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Inspections to rise on Egyptian citrus
The EU has taken the decision to increase inspection rates on Egyptian citrus from 25 per cent of containers per shipment to 100 per cent
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Feijoa hope for Gazan farmers
After years of experimentation, production of guava-like fruit feijoa looks set to take off in the Gaza Strip
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Egyptian grapes to bounce back
Given the tough market for grapes, Egyptian exporters have been buoyed by the opening of the Chinese market and the EU’s decision to lower inspections on Egyptian fruit
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Picking olives in Palestine
Ordinary Israelis and non-governmental organisations provide valuable assistance to vulnerable Palestinian farmers during the olive harvest
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Egypt set for orange rise
USDA forecast predicts increase in production and exports, driven by competitive prices internationally
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Big stage awaits after Gala performance
Italian wholesaler Gala Fruit is targeting growth in export markets following three decades of expansion at home