All articles by John Hey – Page 27
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ArticleIndian grape exports to EU plummet
Shipments to the EU look set to halve this season amid a range of hurdles, from sourcing suitable supplies to overcoming buyer caution in the wake of last year’s residue issue
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ArticleIndian laboratories pass the test
Indian laboratories have more than matched their European counterparts in a ring-test for residue analysis
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ArticleIndian demand outpacing supply
Fresh Produce India 2011 was a huge success, with some 230 delegates from 22 countries attending the event in New Delhi
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ArticleQuake impact yet to play out
Japan’s fresh produce trade is still assessing the impact of Friday’s devastating earthquake and tsunami, which could have flow-on effects on consumer demand
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ArticleCutting through the fresh stereotypes
What challenges will fresh-cut fruit face in tactile Asian retail markets, asks editor John Hey in Asiafruit Magazine's March issue
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ArticleRewards assets to go up for sale
The horticultural and forestry assets of failed Australian plantation manager Rewards Group will go on the market next month after a rescue plan fell through
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ArticleCalls for mandatory GAP on Thai exports
The Thai Chamber of Commerce wants the agriculture ministry to make Good Agricultural Practices compulsory for farmers as a solution to export market compliance issues
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ArticleSuri Agro Fresh launches new facility
The joint venture company is putting the finishing touches to its multipurpose fresh fruit-handling complex north of Delhi
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ArticleItalian apple nursery enters India
Italian apple nursery operator Griba is launching operations in India to market its trees and orchard management services to local growers
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ArticleIndian grape trade treads with caution
Indian grape exports to Europe are set to fall in 2011, with exporters and importers in a cautious mindset following last year’s chlormequat chloride residue issue
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ArticleIndia calls for studied approach
Asiafruit Magazine's February 2011 issue asks whether India's produce supply chain can keep up with the country's booming consumer demand
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ArticleSE Asia sees shorter CNY supplies
South East Asian fruit importers are reporting generally positive sales results for Chinese New Year, fuelled by strong demand and lighter supplies of key products
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Chinese New Year supplies fall short
The pre-Lunar New Year market in China has been characterised by lower volumes and higher prices, according to local importers
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ArticleTaiwan expects late rally
Taiwan’s coldest winter in 25 years has dampened Chinese New Year demand, but sales are expected to pick up this week
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ArticleThai exporters oppose blanket ban
Leading Thai vegetable exporters are seeking exemption to new government regulations that stand to halt shipments of key lines
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ArticleRosy outlook for Indian apple imports
Washington apples could be heading for a record season in India, aided by a fruit size profile that suits this market and low stocks of Indian apples
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ArticleUSDA highlights gap in China promotions
Fresh produce exporters to China need to raise their game when it comes to promotions, according to a recent report from the USDA
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ArticleNew CA facilities slated for Pakistan
Pakistan’s government plans to construct controlled atmosphere storage facilities around the country in a US$25m project backed by China
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ArticleNew speakers confirmed for New Delhi
Björn Witte and Sanjay Dave represent impressive additions to the lineup for India's only international fresh produce industry conference
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ArticleJapan leads Asian persuasion for citrus
Japan is spearheading a renewed focus on Asia for the Australian citrus industry, which is bidding to develop high-value alternatives to the deteriorating US export deal