All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 54
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ArticleFirst BFV cherries go to healthcare staff
The first Belgian cherries of the season, from Hoepertingen, were auctioned at BFV and donated to "healthcare heroes" at Sint-Trudo hospital
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ArticlePrimland upbeat on Chilean kiwifruit
Although the Covid-19 crisis continues to pose challenges, French kiwifruit supplier Primland expects substantial volumes from Chile this season
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ArticleZespri ditches plastic in Monoprix
Zespri's conventional kiwifruit is set to be sold in Monoprix stores in France in cardboard packaging, after its organic range went zero-plastic in 2018
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ArticleAlanar confident for cherry campaign
Thanks to investments in new machinery and early action in response to Covid-19, Turkey's Alanar is optimistic for the new cherry season
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ArticleEU lays out green targets
The European Commission has produced its green action plan for agriculture, but some question how the targets will be implemented and enforced
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ArticleBelOrta auctions first gooseberries
In Belgium, the first locally grown gooseberries of the season were auctioned at BelOrta this week, with availability continuing until end of August
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ArticleBanana sector embracing sustainability
Voluntary sustainability standards are increasingly being used by banana producers as challenges including disease and climate change mount
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ArticleBelOrta launches online platform
De Keuken van BelOrta, or BelOrta’s Kitchen, will aim to inspire, entertain and inform consumers in order to encourage the use of local products for home-cooking
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ArticlePerla ready for new campaign
Having invested in a new optical cherry line and implemented strict Covid-19 measures, Turkey's Perla Fruit is prepared for the upcoming cherry season, says executive chairman Kerim Taner
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ArticleSpecial Fruit delays celebrations
The Belgian importer recently turned 30, quietly announcing that celebrations would be on hold as the focus on ensuring supplies during the pandemic continues
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ArticleEosta acting on Living Wages
The Dutch sustainability and organics specialist is determined to make a Living Wage the new normal for workers, beginning with mangoes in Burkina Faso
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ArticleOnline attention for Bimi broccoli
An enhanced online presence is expected to drive new health-conscious consumers to Bimi-branded broccoli in continental Europe
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ArticleDel Monte rises to Covid-19 test
Del Monte has remained resilient in the face of Covid-19, ensuring continuous supplies while rapidly introducing new safety precautions
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ArticleCovid-19 calls for right varieties
With the pandemic affecting shopping habits, seed company HM Clause says it is remaining alert to the needs of food retailers and consumers
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ArticlePriva and Aranet form partnership
Together Priva and Aranet believe they can make environmental monitoring of greenhouses wireless, giving growers more time to analyse their data
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ArticleCompagnie Fruitière expands in Romania
Leading banana supplier Compagnie Fruitière is continuing its development in Europe with the opening of a branch in Romania
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ArticleEosta and Ekoplaza collaborate
Through the Dr Goodfood campaign, shoppers at Ekoplaza in the Netherlands will be nudged toward healthy choices that are high in fibre, vitamins and minerals
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ArticleStonefruit sector set for unexpected
Europe's peach and nectarine sector is gearing up for an unpredictable season, as questions over labour availability cause major concerns
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ArticleTurkish cherries rise to challenge
In spite of recent issues, Turkish cherry producer Anı Tarım Fresh Fruit expects exports to increase this coming season, according to marketing manager Mehmet Çakmak
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ArticleArra agency opens in Morocco
Grapa Varieties is opening a new agency in Morocco to assist the country’s growers in getting the most out of Arra and Early Sweet grape varieties