All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 25
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ArticleDutch government looks at best taxes for healthy diets
As part of its National Prevention Agreement, the Netherlands is lining up a reduction in VAT on fruit and vegetables to zero
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ArticleFruPro, Kölla UK and FareShare unite to fight waste
FruPro believes its collaboration with importer Kölla UK and charity network FareShare show the fight against waste is gaining momentum
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ArticleIberian peninsula faces dry future
The rising frequency of dry winters on the Iberian peninsula has major implications for food production in Spain and Portugal
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ArticleOddbox expands in Scotland with help from PodFather
Using delivery routes planned and tracked by PodFather software, Oddbox aims to reach almost 1m households in Scotland
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ArticleTest varieties show promise for Greek grape growers
Jupiter Group’s expectations are high for two new grape varieties in their first and second years of trials in Greece
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ArticleExperts ensure quality of organic Val Venosta apples
A good harvest is expected this year for Val Venosta’s organic apples, whose high quality is maintained by regular controls from VIP’s organic quality department
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ArticleEU vows to support farmers in new pesticide rules
The EU Commission’s proposal to halve the use and risk of chemical pesticides by 2030 is progressing, with the EU promising to support farmers in the transition
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ArticleKakuzi focuses on traceability and sustainability
Chris Flowers, managing director of Kenyan exporter Kakuzi, believes Kenyan avocados can differentiate themselves from the competition by highlighting their commitment to quality, traceability and sustainability
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ArticleInterpera sees brighter pear future despite challenges
This week’s Interpera gathered European pear professionals to look at positive solutions to a host of challenges facing the sector
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ArticleGermany’s Import Promotion Desk welcomes Kenya
IPD includes Kenya as fifteenth partner country in its programme to connect producers with European import companies
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ArticleHoogstraten promotes top quality during tough times
Given challenging weather conditions, rising costs and a drop in berry consumption, good marketing is essential at this time, says Jan Engelen, marketing manager at Belgian cooperative Hoogstraten, whose messaging focuses on quality, flavour and sustainability
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ArticleFestival showcases mangoes from Pakistan in Dubai
Pakistani mangoes are aiming to “connect hearts”, the “mangolicious way”, during a two-day promotional event in the UAE on 1-2 July
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ArticleBelgian royals visit BelOrta as berries hit peak
The King and Queen of Belgium gave berry growers a boost with a tour of the BelOrta cooperative’s site during the high season for berries
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ArticleTurkey looks abroad for production potential
Turkish authorities are seeking to lease farmlands in Africa and Latin America to grow crops for domestic consumption and export purposes
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ArticleAreflh calls for collaboration in face of crises
The impacts of the geopolitical crisis and climate emergency can be better managed by working together, says Areflh
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ArticleEgypt maintains position as leading orange exporter
Despite major climatic challenges and rising costs, Egypt’s export strategy has helped the country to keep its place as the top global exporter of oranges
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ArticleUAE’s Spinneys acts on single-use plastic and paper
The retailer has removed single-use plastic bags from its stores in Abu Dhabi, with Dubai and single-use paper bags set to follow next month
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ArticleOrganic the benchmark for advanced regenerative farming
UK organic certifier OF&G says there is a need to clarify what constitutes regenerative agriculture and acknowledge the beneficial role played by organic farming
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ArticleVandenberg optimistic for summer citrus season
The US importer is highlighting its home-compostable netting and support for Save The Children’s reading campaign, as it gets set for a busy summer citrus season
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ArticleInfarm partners with carbmee for carbon data management
The vertical farming company sees monitoring and reporting on its Scope 3 emissions as central to its Net Zero ambitions