All Belgium articles – Page 18
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ArticleReasons for optimism despite challenges, say topfruit experts
A lengthy list of challenges is a concern for all in the apple and pear business, but WAPA representatives speaking from Prognosfruit 2022 in Belgrade highlighted the sector’s continued positivity
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ArticleForecasts predict rise in European apple and pear production
At this week’s Prognosfruit conference, experts discussed the outlook for the 2022/23 topfruit season in Europe, with apple and pear production expected to grow by 1 per cent and 20 per cent respectively
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ArticleAhold Delhaize makes sustainability hire
Jan Ernst de Groot is appointed as the new chief sustainability officer of the European retailer
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ArticleFrance and Belgium feel the heat
Producers in western Europe have once again had to contend with soaring summer temperatures, with likely impacts on the apple, pear, potato and vegetable markets
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ArticleGRI opens Brussels office to boost EU impact
The Global Reporting Initiative said the opening of its Brussels location comes at a crucial stage for corporate sustainability in the EU
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ArticleFreshfel Europe backs master’s degree for produce pros
The organisation has highlighted the importance of international master’s degrees for fresh produce industry professionals
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ArticlePort of Antwerp-Bruges registers slight H1 growth
The recently unified Belgian port says that geopolitical and macroeconomic context ”heavily impacted” figures in the first half of 2022
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ArticlePink Lady “remains dynamic” in Europe
Market share grows in key countries despite a declining European apple market
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ArticleGreenyard completes real estate transaction
Company says the move will cement financial stability and create room for growth
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ArticleInterpera sees brighter pear future despite challenges
This week’s Interpera gathered European pear professionals to look at positive solutions to a host of challenges facing the sector
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ArticleHoogstraten promotes top quality during tough times
Given challenging weather conditions, rising costs and a drop in berry consumption, good marketing is essential at this time, says Jan Engelen, marketing manager at Belgian cooperative Hoogstraten, whose messaging focuses on quality, flavour and sustainability
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ArticleHeroic team-up for Jazz apples
Jazz partners with Warner Bros for new campaign ahead of DC League of Super-Pets movie
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ArticleBelgian royals visit BelOrta as berries hit peak
The King and Queen of Belgium gave berry growers a boost with a tour of the BelOrta cooperative’s site during the high season for berries
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ArticleSolid financial year for Greenyard
Group records increased profitability and strong cash generation despite unseen macro-economic circumstances
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ArticleSeatrade announces fleet expansion
Company will take delivery of four new vessels with high reefer capacity in October 2023
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ArticleGreenyard’s carbon commitments validated by SBTi
Group’s climate action targets designed to improve life and add value throughout the food value chain
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ArticleGreenyard signs real estate transaction
Move is made with a view to long-term refinancing and room for growth, company says
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ArticleTrade gathers in Brussels for Freshfel Europe’s annual event
Newly elected president Salvo Laudani warned the trade faced continued market uncertainty
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ArticleBelgian campaign launches in UK
Belgian produce marketers are targeting retail and foodservice companies in the UK with a message of high quality and sustainability
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ArticleHoogstraten targets berry breakfast market
Belgian cooperative is eyeing the breakfast segment as an untapped occasion for increased berry consumption