Middle East news archive – Page 26
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Weak pound contributes to retail price rises
Unfavourable post-referendum exchange rates one of several factors driving price rises in grapes and apples among other products
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Pure Harvest making progress
The UAE-based company aims to create the first high-tech commercial-scale greenhouse in the country for year-round tomato production
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Majid Al Futtaim makes Géant deal
The Dubai-based holding company that operates the Carrefour franchise in the Middle East has acquired 30 stores from BMA International
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Switzerland is key non-EU market
EU fruit and vegetable exports to third countries came to €4.9bn in 2016, according to Eurostat
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How to revive the European grape market?
Many in the table grape business believe the best way to boost stagnant demand is to invest in better varieties
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Astra Farms follows Saudi vision
Saudi Vision 2030 stresses the need to take advantage of the country’s strengths and boost exports, and that is what Astra Farms Company is doing
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India’s exports to Qatar jump
Since neighbouring Arab countries announced sanctions on Qatar, India’s exports to the country have increased
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Novafruit tracks changes in Middle East
Keeping an eye on emerging markets, the Italian company is meeting rising demand for imported fruit in several countries
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Consumers in the UAE want local
Local production is enjoying a lift in demand thanks to its new perception by consumers, aided by sustainable farming practices, new technologies and governmental support
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Qatar looking stable despite ban
The tiny Gulf nation may be highly reliant on food imports, not least via its border with Saudi Arabia, but multiple alternatives are keeping shelves full
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What now for Iran's produce sector?
Following years of crippling sanctions, Iran is now on the road to recovery, with many eyeing incipient opportunities in production and imports
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LuLu steps up efforts on multiple fronts
The UAE retailer is embarking on initiatives to address childhood obesity and promote local and organic produce, while continuously seeking out products from new origins
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Convenience drives growth in Middle East
Dubai-based NRTC has added a fresh-cut division, banana coldstore and new retail outlets as its expansion continues
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Del Monte reveals Middle East expansion plan
The Middle East region is a fast moving market and Fresh Del Monte is intensifying its efforts to adapt and anticipate changes
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Caution and commerce: fresh produce in the Middle East
Importers and exporters in the The Gulf have experienced difficult trading conditions for years, but huge opportunities do exist
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Middle East: New investments point to better times
As we launch our latest Fresh Focus Middle East supplement, Fruitnet is publishing a series of stories on growth in the region
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Iran steps in to supply Qatar
Qatar’s isolation by Saudi Arabia and its allies has disrupted food imports into the small Gulf country, prompting Iran to boost shipments by air and sea
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Bicolored campaign offers tasting chance
European apples were sampled at a recent reception organised by the Polish Embassy in Abu Dhabi
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Emirates sees boost in trade between Vietnam and UAE
Emirates SkyCargo has reported record shipments of perishable trade from Vietnam to Dubai in January 2017
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Vietnam issues export warning
Thirteen UAE exporters placed on caution list following legal proceedings