All Philippines articles
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NewsThe Philippines grants market access to Peruvian avocados
Authorities from both countries signed a bilateral work plan outlining the terms for the fruit’s entry into the Philippines
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NewsSeasonal worker scheme updated to allow earlier re-entry
The change means workers will be able to transition between key crop harvests and provide greater flexibility to growers
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NewsFailed marriages boost frozen produce sales
Rising divorce rates and smaller households have brought new opportunities for fresh suppliers looking to diversify into frozen as first container of frozen Peruvian avocados arrives in China
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NewsAustralia to review alternative biosecurity measures for the import of Philippines bananas
The Australian Banana Growers’ Council (ABGC) strongly opposes the proposal saying “imports are unnecessary”
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FeaturesMaersk boosts investments in cold chain and tech
Recent updates include a Durian Express service, improved remote container management, in-transit ripening and a new trade and tariff support tool
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CommentRijk Zwaan strengthens Asian market position with innovative products and increased presence
Ahead of Asia Fruit Logistica, Rijk Zwaan reveals expansion across Asia including a new Korean subsidiary, R&D facilities in Vietnam and Japan, and innovative product developments tailored to regional markets
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NewsDel Monte partners with CMA CGM for Asian banana and pineapple shipments
Fresh produce giant shifts from traditional breakbulk methods to temperature-controlled container shipping for improved quality and reliability
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NewsICTSI reports 14 per cent revenue increase in first half
International Container Terminal Services has announced a 14 per cent year-on-year increase in revenue from port operations for the first half of 2025, reaching US$1.51bn
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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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NewsNew tariff offensive prompts major concern for exporters in the EU, South Africa, Brazil and Mexico
US President Donald Trump has announced plans for new tariffs on imports from multiple countries including the EU, Mexico, Brazil and South Africa, creating significant uncertainty for fresh produce exporters worldwide
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NewsHSBC Philippines to fund series of smallholder cooperatives
Bayan Family of Foundations and Philippine agritech leader Mayani join the project
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NewsThailand Meet Up builds anticipation for Asia Fruit Logistica
Bangkok event attracts strong international attendance for final Meet Up before Asia Fruit Logistica’s highly anticipated return to Hong Kong
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News‘Culture and commitment’: Panellists share tips on avoiding exploitation
Panellists at a session on seasonal labour at Festival of Fresh discussed how to prevent exploitation, newspaper coverage and the outlook for recruitment
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NewsThe Philippines seeks access to Egypt for mangoes and bananas
Negotiations come after the country gained access for durian in May
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NewsBanana workers face ‘worsening crisis’, says new report
ITUC’s latest Global Rights Index suggests worker rights have been diminished in various parts of the world
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NewsTrade mission puts Australian horticulture on show
Around 40 fresh produce buyers from key export markets in Asia-Pacific and Middle East will tour growers, processors and retailers in southern Queensland
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NewsSpeakers announced for Asia Fruit Logistica Thailand Meet Up
Driscoll’s senior director Andy Suh and Platinum Fruits CEO Natakrit Eamskul among range of high-profile speakers at Bangkok event
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NewsClimate change will decimate banana production in Latin America and Caribbean, says report
Christian Aid report suggests almost two-thirds of areas’ banana regions will no longer be able to support the fruit’s production
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NewsStrong set of first-quarter results for ICTSI
Revenue climbed 17 per cent with net income up 14 per cent, the terminal operator announced
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CommentComment: Fruitist is on the verge of something berry big
A predicted IPO might be seen as a high-stakes bet on the future of fresh berries, but there is also plenty to be gained