All Europe articles – Page 4
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NewsNew project will use AI to validate regenerative farming
The first large-scale AI project to validate regenerative practices in potato production will take place in the UK with funding from a major EU grant
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NewsTurkish lemons “lacking” after frosty spring
Lemons are expected to be in short supply globally this year, as most major suppliers struggle for volumes and the effects of Turkey’s disastrous frost continue to be felt
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NewsEast-West Seed remembers founder Simon Groot
Vegetable seed industry pioneer Simon Groot, who founded East-West Seed and helped lift millions of smallholder farmers out of poverty, has died aged 90 in the Netherlands
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NewsGarden set to complete Greenyard buyout after reaching 95 per cent threshold
Belgian company Garden has reportedly surpassed the crucial 95 per cent ownership threshold in Greenyard, paving the way for founder and co-CEO Hein Deprez to complete a full takeover and privatisation of the global fresh produce giant
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NewsBloom Fresh ramps up global crackdown on IP infringement
Breeder launches its biggest-ever enforcement programme
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PodcastsBeyond the FPJ Big 50: Are people really buying more fruit and veg?
Listen to the first episode of The Fresh Produce Journal Podcast and find out why fresh produce sales in the UK are at a record high
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FeaturesFood supply chains feel war’s impact in Iran
The recent conflict with Israel served as a reminder of the vulnerability of the agriculture sector to political and military shocks, according to Alireza Emami of Iran’s Zarrin Group
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NewsSpanish grapefruit production on the rise
Output topped 100,000 tonnes for the first time in 2024/25 as exports continue to climb
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NewsSpain sees big jump in custard apple exports to Europe
Shipments grew 42 per cent in the 2024/25 season
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NewsNew climate-resilient apricots launched by Worldwide Fruit and Cot International
Four new varieties grown in the UK have been brought to market, with development focused on resilience to extreme weather and frosty winters
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NewsEU approves digestive health claim for green kiwifruit
Green kiwifruit can now be marketed in the EU with claims about its positive impact on digestive health, following a landmark decision by the European Commission
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NewsSpanish fruit and vegetable imports show strong growth
Spain’s fresh produce imports have shown significant growth in the first five months of 2024, with both volume and value increasing across most major categories
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NewsObeikan closes Valencia packaging plant
Plant produced corrugated packaging for fruit and vegetable exports and supplied major clients such as Tesco and Metro
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NewsLogistics UK calls for more detail on EES following launch date announcement
Trade body says members need reassurance there are sufficient staff and infrastructure to carry out checks required for Entry/Exit Scheme
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FeaturesExperts expect no slowdown in UK avocado market
Global avocado supplies continue to increase, leading many to predict imminent issues of oversupply, but a panel of UK experts at this year’s Festival of Fresh conference see more room for growth
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NewsFresh produce industry pays tribute to Ger van Burik
Members of the fresh produce business have mourned the recent death of former Holland Fresh Group representative Ger van Burik, who died on 24 July after more than 14 years coordinating the Netherlands’ presence at major international trade exhibitions
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NewsBiedronka pioneers sale of Polish-grown table grapes
The Polish retailer has begun selling domestically grown green and black table grapes in 660 stores, expanding its commitment to local sourcing
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NewsVideo: Extreme weather cuts English pea harvest after strong start
Pea grower reports yields approximately 25 per cent below contracted tonnage following a challenging end to what had initially promised to be an exceptional season
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FeaturesKenya’s avocado exporters scale up
As Kenya rises in the global avocado ranks, exporters like Karakuta and Keitt are investing in infrastructure, orchards and market diversification to stay ahead of the competition
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NewsMetis plums debut new LinerlessLid cartonboard punnets at Tesco
Launch from Coveris reflects growing trends for paper-based and branded packaging in UK