All Ethical trade articles
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NewsMislabelling issue returns, as Israeli settlements under scrutiny
The EU Commission is set to propose ways to restrict trade with Israeli settlements, as new report sheds light on scale of problem on European markets
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NewsEosta plans organic mango expansion in Côte d’Ivoire
Dutch organic importer-marketer is to expand organic mango production following a successful first full season with regional supplier Fruiteq
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NewsFairtrade reports €1bn in premiums paid to producers
The certification body’s ‘Fairness First’ report highlights progress in advancing fairer trade amid geopolitical instability and climate pressures
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FeaturesAbel to succeed: Hannah Shipton marks 10 years
As she reaches 10 years in the role, the MD of Abel & Cole tells Nina Pullman how she plans to grow the business, and what gets her customers talking
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NewsZespri rejects minister’s claims on Māori kiwifruit access
Kiwifruit marketer responds to claims it is holding back development opportunities for indigenous growers on shared land
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NewsSoviet-era cafe shot wins World Food Photo Awards
World Food Photography Award winners highlight power of food stories and the essential role of food in communities across the world
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NewsAldi to invest £5bn in long-term British supply deals
Aldi confirms major investment to help achieve goal of buying 50 per cent of all British fresh produce through long-term agreements
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CommentComment: 4p veg promotions hurt the whole supply chain
Jim Padfield of Essex potato grower H Padfield & Sons highlights the overlooked impact of the major multiples’ 4p veg promotions on the wholesale and foodservice sectors
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NewsT&G Global backs New Zealand plant variety rights amendments
Gareth Edgecombe says proposed changes to PVR Act will provide greater confidence for investment in new products
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NewsNew Zealand announces plans to strengthen plant variety rights
Industry leaders welcome the proposed changes noting opportunities to bring more high-value varieties to market
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NewsEdeka refutes accusation over ‘unpaid’ invoices worth more than €1mn
Catman Fresh says it is considersing legal action against German retailer over alleged non-payment
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NewsBlue Skies receives King’s Award for Enterprise
Prepped fruit specialist recognised for commitment to sustainable business in prestigious royal honours list
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NewsBayer partners with IOM on seed donations for Africa, Ukraine
German agribusiness giant is donating seed worth approximately €875,000 to nonprofit and humanitarian organisations in 2026
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FeaturesGlobal Coalition launches charter for fair ocean freight practices
International alliance of fresh produce trade associations unveils voluntary charter to encourage more resilient supply chains
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NewsChiquita faces labour exploitation claims at Guatemalan banana farms
Report by Swiss advocacy group alleges worker mistreatment and sub-standard conditions on Rainforest Alliance-certified plantations
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NewsGreenyard director to lead Freshfel Europe
Frédéric Rosseneu named as successor to Salvo Laudani, with new vice-presidents from Netherlands and Spain also appointed
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NewsFreshfel to unveil new manifesto as industry challenges mount
Association marks 25th anniversary in Sicily, where its president Salvo Laudani is due to step down
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NewsFrance orders supermarkets to stop ‘deliberately misleading’ practices
Consumer affairs agency demands Carrefour, Leclerc, Aldi and Lidl cease “deceptive” marketing of fresh fruit and veg
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AnalysisBananas under pressure, but the solutions exist
The global banana sector faces a plethora of challenges, but industry experts insist the fruit’s future can be made secure by appropriate measures