All Middle East articles – Page 28
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ArticleEgypt to tighten strawberry controls
Egyptian strawberries are set to go through a more rigorous monitoring process in response to Saudi and Iraqi concerns over pesticide residues
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ArticleEgyptian grape campaign “very good”
Egypt's Agricultural Export Council has welcomed the result of the latest export campaign for grapes, boosted by direct sendings to China
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ArticleEgyptian exports fall in value
Despite an increase in export volumes, Egypt has recorded a decline in the value of its agricultural exports over the past 10 months
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ArticleEgypt identifies eastern targets
Egypt’s AEC highlights potential for Egyptian exports like oranges and grapes in East Asia, as well as in Australia and New Zealand
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ArticleIan Summerfield to leave Langmeads
Group CEO is stepping down after 27 years at the business to relocate to a new role in the UAE
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ArticleWeak 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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ArticlePure 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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ArticleMajid 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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ArticleSwitzerland 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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AnalysisHow 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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ArticleAstra 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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ArticleIndia’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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ArticleNovafruit 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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ArticleConsumers 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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ArticleQatar 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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AnalysisWhat 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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ArticleLuLu 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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ArticleConvenience 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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ArticleDel 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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ArticleCaution 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