All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 7
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ArticleIran’s Zarrin explores options for Latin American bananas
Following a tour of Latin American producers, Alireza Emami, CEO of Iranian trader Zarrin Group, sees strong potential for Costa Rican bananas in the Middle East market
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ArticleCherry, peach and apple crops hit by hail in northern Greece’s Pella region
Producers of stonefruit and apples in the northern Greek region assess damage after fruit trees take a battering from hailstorms
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ArticleRegional strife boosts Dubai role as Gulf hub
Longer transit times due to disruptions in the Red Sea are a major issue for all traders in the Middle East region, but reshipments through Dubai appear to be growing as a result, says Hani Ayloush of Fruit Line Trading
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NewsCooperatives BelOrta and The Greenery explore collaboration
The European cooperatives are aiming for optimal product availability, better value for growers and greater flexibility, with the establishment of a Union of Producer Organisations considered the first step
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ArticleRain delays ripening, reducing window for Kenyan avocados
Excessive rain and the ongoing Red Sea crisis have created headaches for Kenyan avocados this season, delaying ripening and increasing the transit time to their main market in Europe
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ArticleKoppert and Blue Radix win GreenTech Innovation and Concept awards
The winners of the GreenTech Awards were announced at the start of the Amsterdam exhibition, with Dutch firms Koppert and Blue Radix both successful
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ArticleSource.ag launches Source Cultivate for precise yield forecasts
The new solution from Dutch AI specialist Source.ag is set to support growers in their decision making with accurate, real-time yield predictions
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ArticleBelOrta kicks off Belgian melon season
At the end of May, Belgian cooperative BelOrta sold the first BelOmelon melons of the 2024 season, with availability starting earlier than ever
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ArticleOrganic Ruby Red tomato hits shelves at right time
With the organic market picking up again in Europe, Belgium’s BelOrta says the timing of the launch of its organic version of the Ruby Red tomato could hardly be better
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ArticleTurkish provinces team up to boost fruit and veg exports
Izmir and Samsun are collaborating to increase the latter’s exports of fresh fruit and vegetables, including experience-sharing in production and exports
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ArticleWorld Environment Day encourages record number of climate events
This year’s World Environment Day puts the focus on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience, with the aim of accelerating progress on global commitments
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NewsLegal proceedings against Eco-Score brought to a close
Organic farming organisations have reached an agreement ending legal proceedings with Ademe, Yuka and its partners, according to Ifoam Organics Europe
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ArticleFoodcareplus and Intercontplus partnership to enhance Indian imports
Despite being a major producer of apples and citrus, India remains reliant on imports to meet growing domestic demand, and Foodcareplus’s latest collaboration aims to remove uncertainty and ensure efficient and reliable logistics
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ArticleEgypt’s early season for white grapes causes headaches
Weather conditions this year were conducive to an early season for Egypt’s white grapes, but gaps in availability are a concern for exporters
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NewsMarc Smets elected chairman of Belgian cooperative BelOrta
A new Board of Directors has been elected at Belgian cooperative BelOrta, with the Board deciding on Marc Smets to succeed Dirk Bertels as the new chairman
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ArticleSanctions limit options for Iranian pineapple imports
Before Donald Trump scuppered the Iran nuclear deal, pineapple exports came to Iran from sources including Thailand, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, but since then Philippines has been the only reliable supplier
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ArticleAntwerp Euroterminal installs shore power for vessels
The first shore power for seagoing vessels in Belgium, set to be operational at Antwerp Euroterminal in 2026, will play “important role” in greening ports
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ArticleBelgian blueberries complete BelOrta’s berry offering
The first locally produced blueberries of the season are available from Belgian cooperative BelOrta, with volumes set to be available until mid-September
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ArticleStrong Pakistani mango volumes head to Dubai despite climate challenges
Mangoes from Pakistan are under threat from the changing climate, with volumes expected to decline again this season, but Dubai-based Altaf Hussain Trading Co reports “substantial” influx
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ArticleSaudi date exporters see partner potential in Alibaba
Date exporters in Saudi Arabia are exploring the use of the Alibaba platform to promote and export dates globally, including to China