All Ethical trade articles – Page 4
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NewsFyffes wins ESG leadership award at Business Post ceremony
Fyffes has been recognised for its environmental, social and governance leadership at the Business Post Leadership Awards in Dublin, with chief corporate affairs officer Caoimhe Buckley also winning ESG Leader of the Year.
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NewsFruitnet Tomato Congress looks to the future of tomatoes
On 11-12 November in Malaga, Spain, essential event focuses on how the fresh tomato business can cope with future challenges like climate change, labour challenges, and evolving consumer demand
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CommentComment: CSR is a bridge between business and society
Every company carries social obligation far beyond business, says Alireza Emami, CEO of Iranian trader Zarrin Group
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NewsIGD launches Food Supply Chain Sustainability Framework
On the anniversary of its Net Zero Transition Plan for the UK, IGD has announced the launch of a new framework to better integrate sustainability into businesses
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NewsBuilding Dreams project transforms homes for 300 Colombian banana families
More than 300 banana-farming families in Colombia’s Magdalena region now have safer, healthier homes thanks to a five-year partnership between Fyffes, the Albert Heijn Foundation and local organisations through the Building Dreams project
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CommentComment: Kiwifruit needs coherent competition, not unsustainable speculation
Kiwifruit industry’s recent expansion in Europe has brought it to decisive moment, one where future viability is at stake, says Marco De Nadai
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NewsExpert voices, fresh perspectives at Fruitnet Tomato Congress
Fruitnet’s industry-leading event for the global fresh tomato business comes to Malaga, Spain, on 11-12 November, with expert speakers set to explore how the category is likely to evolve in the coming years
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NewsPalestine Gardens exports dates against odds
Mo’men Sinokrot of Palestinian date specialist Palestine Gardens says the challenges to produce and export are severe, but the people’s commitment to the land remains steadfast
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NewsIFPA develops global sustainability framework for fresh produce industry
The International Fresh Produce Association is creating a comprehensive sustainability framework to address mounting environmental, social and economic challenges facing the global fresh produce and floral supply chain
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NewsCoveris wins packaging company of the year
Packaging specialist picked up four wins at the UK Packaging Awards 2025, including best new concept and a nod for COO Jo Ormrod as Woman of the Year
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VideoVideo: The hidden cost of fruit and veg supply chains
A powerful new documentary film called The Pickers exposes the harsh reality faced by many migrant farm workers across southern Europe
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NewsFruitMasters launches new Morgana apple season with ALS charity support
Dutch apple specialist celebrates new harvest with charity donation and nationwide marketing campaign highlighting local origins across Superunie retail network
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NewsNature’s Pride expands Peru school food forest project
Dutch importer expands sustainability project from six to nine schools, as it attempts to educate communities about nature and sustainable agriculture
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NewsFairtrade announces new minimum prices for bananas
Fairtrade has announced new minimum prices for bananas at Fruit Attraction 2025, with average prices increasing by 6 per cent at ex works level to support over 37,000 farmers and workers globally
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NewsFruitnet Tomato Congress goes on tour in southern Spain
The second day of Fruitnet Tomato Congress, held in Malaga on 11-12 November, sees delegates explore the facilities of Rijk Zwaan, Unica Group and Granada La Palma
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NewsFyffes on a mission to ‘bring more value’ to bananas
Chief commercial officer Frank Burkhardt outlines the banana giant’s efforts to decommoditise the sector and make it more sustainable, despite climate change and geopolitical instability
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NewsCounty Supplies scores high for sustainability performance
Foodservice supplier becomes first at New Covent Garden Market to be placed in top 15 per cent of the 150,000+ companies assessed globally
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NewsFyffes surpasses sustainability targets despite severe climate challenges
Fruit brand exceeds multiple targets in latest biennial report, achieving goals in waste reduction, water management and packaging despite facing severe climate change impacts including tropical storms and increased pests
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NewsJingold achieves 96 per cent recycled packaging in sustainability push
Italian kiwifruit company says it has passed a number of milestones in first-ever sustainability report
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NewsDutch greenhouse workers trial exoskeletons to reduce strain
A pilot project in the Netherlands is evaluating how mechanical support devices could make repetitive horticultural tasks less physically demanding