All Environment articles – Page 40
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ArticleJardin Exotics switches to new recycled packaging for passion fruit exports
Colombian supplier is first to use chemically recycled plastic material produced by StePac in partnership with BASF
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ArticleMorocco making strides in berries
Morocco’s recent growth in blueberry and raspberry production has much to do with its proximity to Europe, but other exports markets are increasing every year, says Nabil Belmkaddem, general manager of cooperative BestBerry
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ArticleAlanar coping with changing climate
In 2022, the climate caused different cherry production regions in Turkey to overlap and shortened the campaign, but Alanar believes the good reputation of its brand and concerted effort on sustainability will ensure success
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ArticlePink Lady kicks off season with optimism
A larger Pink Lady crop has been harvested in Italian, French and Spanish orchards this season, with the Pink Lady Association stressing its continued commitment to quality and the environment
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ArticleDrop in Florida citrus volumes after Hurricane Ian
Florida Department of Citrus says the December citrus forecast reflects the impact of 2022 hurricane season
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ArticleFresh Del Monte launches carbon-neutral pineapple
Group to sell fruit under Del Monte Zero brand after success of carbon sequestration project in Costa Rica
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ArticleB-hive upgrades workspace in company expansion
Agritech innovator moves building but stays within Lincoln Science & Innovation Park as part of growth that has seen the business make 12 recent appointments
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ArticlePaul Clüver handed conservation award
Former Capespan and Unifruco chairman rewarded for his conservation work on his family fruit farm in Elgin, South Africa
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ArticleEl Teriak Farm on solid growth path
The Egyptian grower-exporter is confident of the continued potential of Egyptian produce on the world stage, expanding production and investing in packing and juicing facilities
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Article2023 could be ‘watershed moment’ for produce
Comment: Following a turbulent year defined by climate change, rampant inflation and political uncertainty, Britain’s fresh produce industry is at a crossroads and looks set for further upheaval
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ArticleReforestation “would protect Mediterranean agriculture”, conference hears
Climate expert tells CGC event that planting more trees in coastal areas would improve soil quality and help regulate rainfall patterns
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Article‘SFS must be achievable,’ says NFU Cymru
The Welsh Government’s new sustainable farming scheme (SFS) proposals must be open to all, says Welsh farmers’ union
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ArticleLive-cooked dinner showcases best from Belgium
Networking dinner organised by Fresh From Belgium in collaboration with FPJ brings together Belgian exporters and British buyers to sample country’s high-quality seasonal produce
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ArticleWrap names Sebastian Munden as new chair
Previously executive VP and general manager of Unilever UK & Ireland, Munden sees the climate action group as key to the fight against climate change
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ArticleWater-saving technology makes splash at Interpoma
Twelfth edition of apple-focused trade fair brings issue of water conservation to the fore with its Interpoma Awards
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Article‘Packaging status quo is a catastrophic option’
Comment: Continued resistance to change in food and drink packaging will mean mutually ensured environmental destruction
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ArticleBGI-Sanya and KeyGene collaborate on spatial transcriptomics
The main aim of the collaboration is to be able to quickly identify lead genes associated with important crop traits in order to develop crops with durable resistance
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ArticleFyffes Honduran melon business receives social responsibility award
The company obtained a final score of 96 per cent in corporate social responsibility audit
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ArticleGlobal Berry Congress makes impressive return
Retailers including Aldi, Lidl, Delhaize, ICA and M&S among those who attended the leading event for the global berry business
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Article‘Protect environmental rewards,’ urges Soil Association
Watering down farm support would be an alarming betrayal of nature, farmers and public health, warns Soil Association