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Subscribers onlyDesert farming taking off
by Tom Joyce 10 November 2017 Berries, Leafy & Salad Vegetables, Peppers & Squashes, Tomatoes and Aubergines
The Middle East is well known for its arid conditions, but growers are making…
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New task force will promote European-Middle East trade
by Nina Pullman 15 February 2016 Fruit and Vegetables
The UK government has created a new task force to improve trade links between…
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Wholesaler's liquidation is ‘major casualty’
by Nina Pullman 2 March 2015 Fruit and Vegetables
Around 150 wholesalers and importers owed over £2 million after…

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