All Middle East articles
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NewsGulf conflict threatens major disruption to fruit trade
As shipping lines suspend operations, leading importer says conflict creates ‘big problem’ for international fresh produce suppliers
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NewsIndian exports hit by Middle East conflict
Leading shippers report severe disruption to fresh produce exports as air and seafreight services suspended
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NewsShipping lines reroute services amid ‘deteriorating security situation’
Several services rerouted around Africa as vessel crossings in the Strait of Hormuz are suspended
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NewsAgroBelgrade 2026 connects Europe in Serbia
AgroBelgrade 2026 took place in the Serbian capital in January, bringing together over 500 exhibitors from more than 15 countries, and facilitating connections between regional suppliers and European buyers
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NewsAkorn Technology expands to UAE with natural post-harvest solutions
Post-harvest treatment specialist is launching operations in the UAE after winning the country’s FoodTech Challenge
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FeaturesSouth African blueberry season shows strong growth and quality
South Africa’s blueberry quality is high and volumes have increased this year, Berries ZA chief executive Brent Walsh told Fruitnet at Fruit Logistica
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NewsDP World and APM Terminals form partnership at Jeddah
The two global port operators have formed a strategic partnership at the Southern Container Terminal in Jeddah Islamic Port
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NewsDulcis kiwifruit now on sale in Dubai
The 100 per cent premium green Italian kiwifruit continues its international growth
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NewsFamily Tree Farms promotes commercial directors amid global market investments
Carla San Martin and Chris Taylor have seen their roles widen as the blueberry and stonefruit producer strengthens its international footprint
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NewsHapag-Lloyd signs merger agreement with Zim
US$4bn deal would make global shipper fifth largest in the world
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CommentComment: Greenhouse tech is often ‘too costly to scale’
Technological complexity and high costs will continue to restrict growth of covered production, especially in the US, says Kubo CEO
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NewsChiquita welcomes banana pan-genome breakthrough
Project backed by Chiquita and Innocent Drinks claims major step forward in fight against disease, with new varieties potentially months from development
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NewsThai fruits target Middle East premium market
Tourism is helping to boost familiarity and demand for Thai fruits in high-end retail and hospitality
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AdvertorialMorocco’s fresh produce, fast and reliable across the sea
Source: DP World Morocco’s growers and exporters now have a new way to reach the UK and Northern Europe. Tomatoes, blueberries and other high-value fruits and vegetables can travel faster, fresher and more reliably thanks to the new DP World Atlas short-sea reefer service. Connecting Casablanca ...
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NewsEuropean demand for Egyptian strawberries stays strong
Adverse weather conditions in Morocco and Spain have disrupted berry supplies to Europe this winter, with buyers turning instead to Egypt
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NewsSpinneys supermarket to open 12 stores in the Philippines
Partnership with ACX Holidings facilitates the first opening outside of the Gulf for the UAE-based retailer
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FeaturesDubai bolsters standing as regional hub
With the creation of the Foodstuffs, Fruit and Vegetable Market, set to be twice the size of the current market, Dubai is reinforcing its position as a world-class hub for fresh produce, according to Redha Mansouri, CEO of Fresh Fruits Company, and Hesam Rahi, CEO of Farzana Trading
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NewsUnifrutti deploys data resilience software across global network
Grower-distributor works with Seattle-based Veeam to implement software that ensures near-perfect data integrity across its operations
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NewsDriscoll’s secures new partnership agreement with LuLu Retail
MoU signed last week opens door to closer collaboration on marketing branded berries to consumers
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VideoFruit Logistica Briefing: AI is changing everything – are you ready for it?
Watch a recording of the event’s fascinating discussion on artificial intelligence and automation in the fresh produce business