All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 34
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ArticleNew varieties breaking through
Despite challenges concerning distribution in Asia, now is the right time to get behind new, better apple varieties, according to French exporter Blue Whale
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ArticleBelOrta lending Santa a hand
The Belgian cooperative is donating 25,000 pears to schools in Limburg and Antwerp to provide a local, sustainable alternative to mandarins
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ArticleSoil report delivers gloomy outlook
A UN report has warned that the future of global soils looks “bleak” without swift action to halt degradation and support biodiversity
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ArticleDelassus proud of 2020 effort
From its effective response to Covid-19 to winning an award for its redesigned website, Morocco's Delassus stands by the year's achievements
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ArticleRussia restricts Fergana veg imports
Russia has announced a ban on imports of greenhouse tomatoes and peppers from Uzbekistan’s largest export region, citing ToBRFV concerns
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ArticleThumbs up for Fruit Logistica concept
The Fruit Logistica Special Edition 2021 will offer both on-site and digital contact opportunities next May, a concept welcomed by industry professionals
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ArticleFred volumes build at BelOrta
The Fred pear is new to the Belgian cooperative, but with orchards expanding and volumes growing, exports are on the horizon
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ArticleGulf potential for Pink Lady
Covid-19 is influencing the way Pink Lady communicates with consumers in the Gulf, but the crisis has in no way diminished the brand’s marketing drive
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ArticleProtests target Carrefour in Brazil
Following the killing of a black shopper by Carrefour security guards, chief executive Alexandre Bompard has called for a complete review of employee training
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ArticleBanana NGOs write to retailers
NGOs and Latin American trade unions are imploring retailers across Europe to resist the trend of ever-decreasing banana prices
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ArticleOrganics stay resilient in Peru
Despite the enormous impact of Covid-19 in Peru, organic farming continues to flourish, according to Dutch distributor Eosta
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ArticlePink Lady aims for emotional impact
Pink Lady Europe is rolling out a 360-degree communication platform that includes TV, press and digital efforts as it seeks to build emotional ties with consumers
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ArticleFresh Market opens Israeli display
Dubai's Fresh Market has opened its first display of Israeli fresh produce, as the two countries work to normalise relations
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ArticleBanagrumes launches Orlana
The French wholesaler has created a new brand, Orlana, for non-organic produce bearing quality, ethical and environmental marks
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ArticleMigo cheers healthcare workers
This month, Belgium’s BelOrta decided to show its support for healthcare workers by offering a “tasty and well-deserved break” of Migo pears
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ArticleSuccess for Living Wage mangoes
Dutch organic importer Eosta’s first Living Wage mangoes are helping to close the wage gap for its suppliers in Burkina Faso
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ArticleBrexit threatens Ghana bananas
Banana Link urges UK government to negotiate tariff-free deal with Ghana to avoid banana shortages and protect jobs in West African nation
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ArticleBe Climate launches Inside blog
Port International's Inside Be Climate blog and social media campaign are set to give consumers an insight into the group's climate-neutral projects
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ArticleFrench retailers resist Amazon
France’s retail giants show solidarity with independent stores as a way of countering Amazon’s growing dominance
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ArticleClash over post-Brexit trade deals
With 1m Brits signing the NFU's food standards petition and Joe Biden winning the US election, Brexit pressures are mounting for the UK government