All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 20
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NewsEuropean berry consumers feel the heat from Morocco
Unprecedented summer heat in Morocco delayed plantings of raspberries and strawberries last year, contributing to shortages and price rises on the European market this season
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NewsGetting set for the EU’s new CSR directive
As the Corporate Social Responsibility Directive (CSRD) starts taking effect, Joanna Nathanson, Freshfel policy advisor on sustainability and international affairs, and Frederic Rosseneu, Freshfel vice president and sustainability manager at Greenyard, shed some light on its expected impact in 2024 and beyond
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NewsMoroccan tomatoes recovering after record heat
Moroccan tomato growers have recovered well from last summer’s brutal heatwave, but ToBRFV issues in Spain mean an impact on European tomato supplies remains possible
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NewsAIGN welcomes Turkey’s Potamia as new member
The Associated International Group of Nurseries has announced that Potamia Fruit Breeding R&D, of Eskisehir, Turkey, has become its twelfth member
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NewsAgro Belgrade demonstrates Serbia’s quality and variety
The exhibition takes place in the Serbian capital on 25-27 January, as regional exporters showcase a wide range of fruit and vegetables with the aim of increasing shipments to the EU and UK
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NewsFrance’s Interfel confirms support for ditching plastic packaging
Despite the concerns of some environmental groups that France’s decree to ban plastic packaging on fruit and vegetables doesn’t go far enough, Interfel’s Laurent Grandin backs the sector’s efforts
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NewsGaza farmer shows resolve
Founder of the first vertical strawberry farm in Palestine, Ayed Awni Aburamadan has a history of success in the face of overwhelming challenges, and he is determined to rebuild when the war is over
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NewsWebinar presents Tonik and Canopy apple varieties
Dalival and IFO hosted an online webinar to communicate about two new apple varieties, Tonik and Canopy, as well as apple rootstock M200
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NewsHoogstraten prepared for challenging times in tomatoes
Energy prices may have improved since last year, but the threat of ToBRFV and the search for resistant varieties that deliver on organoleptic qualities remain a challenge
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NewsLebanon prepares for European opportunities
Lebanese exporters are showing real ambition in Europe, aiming to respond to the particular needs of the market in spite of the severe economic and political trials at home
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NewsPink Lady backs up strong start to apple campaign with major media blitz
The start of the apple season has been highly promising for Pink Lady, with good sales growth across its main European markets and a communication plan set to reach millions of new consumers
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NewsRungis highlights link between diet and sports performance
The French wholesale market has committed to supporting six athletes in their sporting efforts, providing them with a balanced diet from all areas of the market
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NewsReport reveals fall in climate finance for small-scale farmers
The UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development has warned that global food security is being jeopardised by a failure to act now
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NewsMarlene apples fly flag on women’s run across Spain
Spain’s Carrera de la Mujer race puts a focus on healthy lifestyles among women, offering Italy’s Vog an ideal occasion to promote the Marlene brand
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NewsKitoZyme hails organic approval for KitoGreen
KitoGreen has been approved for use in organic agriculture by the European Commission, which the Belgian company calls a “significant advancement” for the sector
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NewsChilean blues exports revised down
The country’s Blueberry Committee has reviewed its estimate for 2023/24, predicting a decline of 13 per cent compared with last season
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NewsFloods hit veg producers in northern France
In the northern French department of Pas-de-Calais, farmers are waiting for the floodwaters to recede before they can determine the extent of the damage
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NewsKazakhstan sees opportunity for growth with UAE
At the World Investment Forum in Abu Dhabi, Kazakhstan’s minister for trade stressed the investment opportunities in the country and the importance of Central Asia as an agricultural hub
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NewsFATA Farms embraces options when it comes to varieties
The Egyptian producer is developing new varieties of stonefruit and grapes, while blueberries are the latest addition to the group’s portfolio
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NewsHoud ElNile welcomes high demand
The strength of demand for Egyptian citrus has come as a surprise to some exporters, particularly from Egypt’s main competitor, Spain