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EU to ban plastic packaging for fruit and veg
Fresh produce industry expected to mount ‘legal challenge’ against PPWR, which singles out plastic packaging for fresh fruit and vegetables but leaves other food categories unaffected
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Concerns remain high over impact of EU’s proposed plastic ban
As MEPs and EU member states consider outlawing plastic packaging for fruit and veg, industry leaders fear such a move could do enormous damage, as is already predicted in Canada
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Industry alliance criticises EC position on packaging
Alliance for Sustainable Packaging for Foods questions validity of Commission’s research, and argues it will lead to more food waste and lower food safety
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Industry calls on MEPs to rethink Europe’s packaging proposal
New rules will increase food waste, damage industry, and achieve little in terms of environmental gains, argue representatives from produce and packaging industries
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Comment
Comment: Europe needs to think outside the box on packaging
New proposals aimed at reducing packaging waste do not appear to offer the fresh produce a fair and sensible path to sustainability
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New EU packaging rules are ‘threat’ to fresh produce supply chains
Industry leaders question the scientific justification for new European proposals on packaging and packaging waste
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Australia collaborates with global scientists to improve crop genetics
Australian-first research collaboration delivered through Hort Innovation to develop new fruit varieties
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Packaging firms see chance to build on European waste vote
Following the European Parliament’s vote on new packaging waste management regulations, it now falls to the Council of Europe to push the proposal forward before it is enshrined in law
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European Parliament adopts plan to cut packaging waste
MEPs vote to adopt revised regulations that target single-use plastics and call for more reuse and recycling
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Italian packaging firms call for PPWR revision
The European Union’s ambitious plans to reduce packaging waste have been met with strong opposition among Italy’s plastic container suppliers
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Extreme weather prompts dramatic crop revision for apples and pears
Droughts, floods, hail, unseasonably warm temperatures and a resulting higher risk of disease mean this year’s initial forecasts have been trimmed
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News
Much promise as Migo season kicks off
A strong retail campaign is lined up this year with the pear also looking to break ground in new markets
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Freshfel defends fresh produce sector competitiveness
Association meets with deputy minister of agriculture Jiří Šír to review a wide range of topics relevant to the fruit and vegetable industry
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Wapa offers European apple crop update
Association releases its first revision of the European apple crop forecast amid growing concerns about rising costs
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Rohlik presses on with German expansion
Knuspr.de aims to dominate Germany's growing e-grocery market by holding a 30 per cent market share
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Rohlik brings seasonal cheer to Czech farmers
The e-retailer steps in to rescue stranded farmers after Christmas markets forced to close
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Smaller crop for PersiMon campaign
Bad weather and a new pest called citrus mealybug have significantly reduced the amount of fruit available this season
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Rohlik brings in unlimited paid leave for staff
Online retailer said competitive working conditions will help it attract talent to support its ongoing expansion
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Rohlik launches scheme to help small producers
The online retailer announces details of its first auxiliary programme for small producers and suppliers
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Analysis
Fruit Logistica Trend Report: A Fresh Start?
Trade fair's annual report considers Covid-19 impact and what future may hold for world’s fresh produce companies