All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 57
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Retail prices soar in Saudi Arabia
Retail prices of fruit and vegetables in Saudi Arabia have risen dramatically in the build-up to Ramadan, with consumers being advised to buy directly from importers
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Flemish mission targets Vietnam
Attracted by the country’s growing middle class and appetite for quality, Flemish companies are in Vietnam exploring opportunities to boost exports
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Carrefour strengthens organic partnerships
The French retailer is forging closer ties with its organic suppliers in southwestern France to expand its organic range
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Côte d’Ivoire takes over
Importers in Europe welcomed last month’s arrival of mangoes from West Africa, beginning with Côte d’Ivoire, to alleviate price pressures
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Ecovia predicts blockchain effect
Ecovia Intelligence believes that blockchain technology can have an Uber-like effect on the dynamics of the food industry
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Change at the top for Halls
South Africa-based avocado specialist Halls has revealed that Tracey Davies is set to replace Craig McBain as CEO next month
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Young Chinese farmers visit EU
As part of a project to allow EU and Chinese producers to share best practices for sustainable agriculture, a delegation of young farmers from China is visiting Belgium, the UK and Estonia
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Seatrade signs deal with Hapag-Lloyd
Seatrade and its affiliate StreamLines have struck an agreement with Hapag-Lloyd to offer weekly services from North America’s East Coast to Europe
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Blue Whale backs Joya success
The French apple exporter has been struck by Joya’s impressive performance this year, backing the variety to compete with imports in the latter part of the season
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Russia eases limits on Turkish tomatoes
Restrictions on Turkish tomatoes are steadily being lifted in Russia as Rosselkhoznadzor announces the country’s readiness to increase imports
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French asparagus battles conditions
France's white asparagus season has been held up by incessant rain and low temperatures, but the sun’s return has brought optimism
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France in “spring of discontent”
Strikes at the SNCF and Air France continue to disrupt transport services in France, affecting fresh produce trade and deliveries across the country
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Freskon back in Thessaloniki
The Greek fruit and vegetables fair returns to Thessaloniki this month, with the aim of connecting businesses in the Balkans and south-east Mediterranean
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Bonduelle Group names new CEO
Following a meeting of the group’s 1,300 managers, Guillaume Debrosse has been promoted to CEO, with Christophe Bonduelle becoming non-executive chairman
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Blow for French fruit education
Interfel has called on French ministers to get on the same page after a court ruled that its activities in public schools were not in the general public interest
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Better outlook for Greek cherries
Greek cherry growers hope for better volumes and better quality after last season’s rain- and wind-affected campaign
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Bayer-Monsanto gets green light
The proposed merger between Bayer and Monsanto has gained the approval of the US Justice Department in a deal worth US$62.5bn
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Dubai targets plastic waste
The Emirate is seeking to address its plastic waste problem, segregating waste at source and promoting recycling and reuse, but awareness remains low
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Greece faces varietal challenge
Efforts are underway in Greece to bring new grape varieties into production, including both seeded and seedless varieties
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First NZ Gala arrive in India
India's IG International has imported the season’s first batch of Royal Gala apples from New Zealand through Te Mata Exports