All Middle East articles – Page 3
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NewsBruno Plantaz prepares to make Seafrigo Group shine
Incoming chief executive describes company as “a sparkling diamond” that now “needs to be polished”
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ArticleAustralia finalises trade deal with the UAE
Under the deal, 99 per cent of Australian products will enter the UAE tariff-free
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ArticleJordan signs agreement with FAO over water security
The Jordanian water ministry has signed a deal with the FAO to launch the Water Scarcity Initiative to secure its water resources
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CommentComment: How to recover fresh produce claims effectively
Lina Jasutiene, MD of Hamburg-based cargo claims recovery specialist Recoupex, explains how to reclaim for damaged cargo
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NewsHypermax to replace Carrefour in Jordan
Majid Al Futtaim has announced that it is suspending Carrefour Jordan and rolling out new brand Hypermax at its 34 stores across the country
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ArticleSaudi firms Iyris and Red Sea Global launch regeneration initiative
The National Food Production Initiative is aimed at regenerating unproductive land, reinvigorating the economy of Saudi Arabia and reducing its reliance on imported produce
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ArticleClimatic conditions favour Egyptian oranges
Egypt is preparing for an “exceptional” season for oranges, with demand expected to be high thanks to ideal conditions for large, uniform, high-quality fruit this season
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NewsSupply trends revealed in brand new Fruit Logistica trend report
Trade show’s in-depth analysis shows how international fruit and vegetable trade flows are changing across the globe
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ArticleKenyan avocados held back by logistical challenges
Significant rainfall was good news for this year’s avocado crop in Kenya, but increased transit times to Europe have created headaches for exporters
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ArticleTurn promises into action on biodiversity, says UN chief
The World Biodiversity Conference begins this week in Cali, Colombia, with a focus on the halt of species loss and ecosystems by 2030 and a call for action
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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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ArticleRockit apples pack a punch with Kung Fu Panda
New global marketing campaign launches in Asia and Middle East
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ArticleEgyptian citrus turns to Europe
Europe has struggled under the weight of the citrus volumes being diverted from the East Asian market, but issues in South Africa and Brazil mean opportunities remain for Egyptian suppliers
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NewsMaersk and Hapag-Lloyd: no immediate return to Red Sea
Full steam ahead for Gemini Cooperation as shipping lines announce plan to ‘phase in’ Gemini Cooperation by February 2025
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NewsDP World says new, high-tech vessels cut costs and benefit planet
Addition of two more advanced ships is part of plan to introduce greater fuel efficiency across its entire fleet, says company
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ArticleSoluna apple shows promise in Asia, as production expands
The first batch of Soluna apples grown in Europe is expected to be exported to Asia this year, while Australian volumes are forecast to grow by 15 per cent, as momentum builds for the brand in the region
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NewsConflict and cold weather cramp Ecuador’s banana exports
A succession of challenges have made it hard for the country to build on increasing market demand, says AEBE
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NewsFruitnet and Agtools team up to provide top-class insight and analysis
Publisher will use Agtools’ award-winning data platform to enhance its coverage of the international fresh produce business
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ArticleBlue Whale says Candine ready to pack
The first Candine apples of the season are ready for packing, according to Blue Whale’s Mehdi Benaissia, who says the variety is perfect for the Asian market
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NewsGPG and F2 secure new UC Davis strawberry licences
Renowned US breeding centre has reached new international agreements with UK-based Global Plant Genetics and Mexican group Fresa Fortaleza