Middle East news archive – Page 7
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ArticleLebanon sees food exports soar
Exports of Lebanese agri-food products have grown significantly since 2019, with grapes seeing a sixteenfold increase
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ArticleChanges in shipping destinations apparent for South Africa
Clear changes in supply patterns of the country’s apples and pears this season while shipments of citrus expected to top 2021 volumes
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ArticleInvestment pours into Indian “food parks”
With climate change and the war in Ukraine threatening global food security, India is regarded as key to feeding South Asia and the Middle East
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ArticleReasons for optimism despite challenges, say topfruit experts
A lengthy list of challenges is a concern for all in the apple and pear business, but WAPA representatives speaking from Prognosfruit 2022 in Belgrade highlighted the sector’s continued positivity
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ArticleLocation key to viability of vertical farming
According to consultancy IDTechEx, the location and suitability of the facility chosen are central to the success of vertical farming operations
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ArticleSouth African citrus industry impressed with Maputo progress
Investments and improvements make Maputo a greater option for the country’s citrus exports
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ArticleIsrael and UAE seek joint ventures in Africa
The foreign ministries of the UAE and Israel are working on a shared database to help their companies take advantage of opportunities in Africa, including in agriculture and water
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ArticleEmirates Crop One launches largest vertical farm
A JV between Emirates Flight Catering and Crop One will grow over 1,000 tonnes of produce a year at its vertical farm in Dubai
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ArticleEgyptians cut produce purchases as inflation bites
Inflation in Egypt officially reached 14.7 per cent in June, affecting imports and causing consumers to reduce their grocery spending
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ArticleUrban Crop Solutions seals vertical farming deal in Saudi Arabia
Indoor vertical farming is seen by the KIngdom’s leadership as key to maintaining food security given the challenges of the climate, urbanisation and Covid-19
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ArticleEgyptian court rules against unlicensed grape growers
Experts believe the decision by a court in Egypt to order the uprooting of illegally planted Early Sweet grape vines is good news in terms of the country’s access to the best varieties
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ArticleSenior EMEnA hire for Fall Creek
Michel Kaczmarek Joins Fall Creek as commercial manager for Europe, the Middle East and northern Africa
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ArticlePure Harvest secures investment to fund expansion
Agribusiness raises US$180.5m from global investors to invest in R&D and open new Asian markets
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ArticleFestival showcases mangoes from Pakistan in Dubai
Pakistani mangoes are aiming to “connect hearts”, the “mangolicious way”, during a two-day promotional event in the UAE on 1-2 July
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ArticleEgypt maintains position as leading orange exporter
Despite major climatic challenges and rising costs, Egypt’s export strategy has helped the country to keep its place as the top global exporter of oranges
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ArticleUAE’s Spinneys acts on single-use plastic and paper
The retailer has removed single-use plastic bags from its stores in Abu Dhabi, with Dubai and single-use paper bags set to follow next month
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VideoGlobal Avocado Congress 2022 registrations now open
Join us online on 7 July 2022 for a lively combination of talks, interviews and panel discussions all about the avocado business
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ArticleGlobal trade excited to meet again at Asia Fruit Logistica
Exhibitors from 41 different countries already signed up for Asia’s premier trade show, which takes place on 2-4 November in Bangkok
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ArticleJupiter marks start of RSA citrus season
The Shropshire, UK, based international fruit grower-shipper announces start of South African citrus season with exports under way to the Middle East and Indian sub-continent
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ArticleUAE says deal with Israel good for food security
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement recently signed between the UAE and Israel will facilitate global supply chain efficiency, according to the UAE’s minister for foreign trade