All Production & Trade articles – Page 38
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NewsAustralia and Indonesia strengthen agricultural relationship
Meeting of agriculture ministers sees agreement on new mangosteen export pathway and biosecurity cooperation activities
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NewsMG Group invests in tomato production
Section of Southern Paprika Limited glasshouses will be converted to help secure supply for New Zealand customers
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NewsRoc Partners and T&G Global collaborate on premium New Zealand apple project
Partnership will see Joli and Envy apples planted in 40ha of redeveloped orchards in Hawke’s Bay
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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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NewsIFPA Southern Africa Conference addresses export challenges
The International Fresh Produce Association’s fourth Southern Africa Conference brought together industry leaders to address evolving challenges and opportunities across the fresh produce supply chain
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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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NewsUS tariff deadline looms for South African exporters
Citrus exporters from South Africa are rushing to ship their final consignments before new 30 per cent US tariffs take effect, while industry bodies warn of significant long-term consequences for the country’s R2.4bn citrus export market
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NewsCosta Rican melons gain access to China
Announcement comes on 14th anniversary of Free Trade Agreement between the two nations
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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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NewsIsraeli exporters report signs of possible boycott as Gaza war continues
Fresh produce exporters in Israel suggest retailers across Europe are quietly ceasing procurement of Israeli goods, as Gaza’s humanitarian situation worsens
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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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NewsSouth African exporters left hanging on for another seven days
South African fresh produce exporters have been granted a seven-day extension to address impending 30 per cent US tariffs, though industry sources believe higher duties are now unavoidable
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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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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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NewsPeruvian blueberries on their way to Indonesia
Authorisation opens up a market of 281mn consumers to Peruvian exporters
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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