Europe news archive – Page 85
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NewsAldi extends new sourcing model to pineapples
A year on from the launch of its new banana sourcing strategy, Franka Rodriguez, director of global sourcing at Aldi South Group, outlines the progress made and the challenges encountered along the way
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NewsMaersk results “solid” despite “difficult environment”
In what Vincent Clerc called a “transitional year”, the shipping giant saw revenue and EBITDA fall on 2022
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NewsDulcis debuts at Fruit Logistica
The first commercial campaign is off to a positive start, with a sales volume of almost 300 tonnes anticipated for 2023/24
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NewsAgroponiente Group obtains LEAF Marque certification
The sustainable quality seal is used in 19 countries with a total of 310,537 certified hectares worldwide
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NewsAntonio Muñoz Armero passes away at 93
One of the pioneers of Spanish agriculture, Muñoz took Murcian produce to the world
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NewsZucchiolo and Mirical triumph at Fruit Logistica Innovation Awards
Unica Fresh and Koppert take the top prizes at this year’s expanded FLIA on the last day of Fruit Logistica in Berlin
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NewsFairmiles research highlights benefits of airfreighted produce
Campaign seeks to rebalance debate and highlight importance of airfreight to African farmers
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NewsSainsbury’s goes early on banana living wage contribution
UK retailer invests in living wages for banana workers three years ahead of industry commitment, and urges others to do the same
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NewsCan Silkroad seedless lemons add zest to citrus category?
The variety’s many advantages make it one to watch for the future, says Rubén García of Ciqua Levante
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In picturesStore Check: Potager City – Paris, France
Our monthly Store Check feature looks at the new Potager City concept in France
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NewsMachinery takes centre stage in Berlin
Fruit Logistica is the place to see the latest and greatest from across the fresh produce supply chain, and Ilapak has the machinery section well covered
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NewsApple & Pear Australia launches new IP development venture Twenty Degrees
Twenty Degrees to specialise in commercial development of branded fresh produce, integrating Apal UK subsidiary Coregeo and managing Apal trademarks including Pink Lady
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NewsRussia looks to source more bananas from India
Country’s phytosanitary authority Rosselkhoznadzor suggests import volume will increase, Reuters reports
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NewsHazera acquires high-tech greenhouse in the Netherlands
The group is looking to establish itself further in the market, elevating its research capabilities and improving tomato resistance, yield, quality and commercial appeal
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NewsEcuador moves to de-escalate banana dispute with Russia
Industry defends phytosanitary record and calls for swift resolution to the impasse
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NewsFruit Logistica attracts top industry people from across the globe
World’s leading fruit and veg industry show breaks new records and brings together trade’s top decision-makers, with attendance from along the entire international value chain
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VideoBerryWorld boss: “Supply gaps still exist”
Even in large, developed markets like Germany and France, says CEO Adam Olins, there are still big opportunities to sell more fresh berries
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CommentComment: Time for technology to top the podium
By dedicating an award to the tech sector, Fruit Logistica can shine an even brighter spotlight on an area of the industry that goes under the radar
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NewsHCP on track to become ‘one-stop crop-protection shop’
HCP has had a strong year as it looks to become the one-stop shop for the whole of horticulture’s crop protection needs post-AHDB
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NewsDiplomatic row threatens Ecuadorean banana exports to Russia
Russian call for suspension of certificates of five banana exporters generates concern within the sector