Fresh produce industry news and analysis from the Middle East.
New Rabobank report finds that some exporters continue to grow, despite higher costs due to the pandemic, climate change, and logistics hurdles
The war in Gaza has affected labour availability in Israel, but the fall in stonefruit exports has more to do with rising transportation costs and strong domestic demand
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The Italian fresh produce exhibition is set to host a special Egyptian pavilion, organised by Expolink, the Egyptian Exporters Association
Rockit forecasts its biggest harvest yet this season as the producer plans year-round New Zealand supply for its global markets
Fruit and veg producers ignore the various climate challenges associated with water at their peril, says Richard Bonn, co-founder of Aethr Associates
Mina Eissa, formerly of Egyptian exporter Ghabbour Farms, founded RejoicePro Consulting in 2018 with the aim of helping growers in Egypt to export their fresh produce
Demand for fruits in the UAE has increased during the start of the holy month of Ramadan, with banana prices “hitting the ceiling”, according to Altaf Hussain Trading’s Mustafa Altaf
Stefano Iorini looked at how new investments in cold chain infrastructure have the potential to grow the region’s fresh produce trade
Having experienced rapid growth in its grape exports to markets across the globe, Lebanese producer Awdi Gardens sees potential for Lebanese cherries, plums and kiwifruit
United Nations economist predicts price increases for consumers as temperature rises make it harder to protect existing production
As the spiritual month of Ramadan begins in the Middle East, Rockit is celebrating with a new campaign in stores across the GCC countries
World’s biggest fruit and vegetable supplier commits to take part in projects that promote gender equality and female empowerment across the entire industry
Following multiple efforts to prevent infringement of plant breeders’ rights in Egypt, the country is now introducing grape DNA fingerprinting in time for the new campaign
As Qatar Airways Cargo’s Miguel Rodriguez underlines the importance of fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers to its business, a more technologically advanced future appears on the company’s radar
Despite the main months of the season being disrupted by the conflict, date exporters in the West Bank have continued to reach their customers, while seeking out new markets for the future
Morocco’s Les Domaines Agricoles launched the new SweetCott mandarin variety at Fruit Logistica, describing it as a revolution for the category due to its sweet, juicy taste, late availability and long shelf-life
Streamlined regional structure will operate from three headquarters following the merging of Tomra Food’s fresh and processed business areas
Even in large, developed markets like Germany and France, says CEO Adam Olins, there are still big opportunities to sell more fresh berries
Agreement establishes direct farm-to-retail partnership which will see Indian Cavendish bananas supplied to stores in the Middle East
Mohamed Wafaey, managing director and deputy chairman of Capital Agro, a leading Egyptian exporter of citrus and other fruits, talks about the growing importance of sustainability for the company
Deal augments Unifrutti’s product offering by adding a strong table grape and cherry platform to its existing fruit basket
In partnership with Fruit Logistica
Leading trade fair gears up for digital revolution in agriculture, with expanded focus on smart farming and technology startups
Fresh produce suppliers face extra transit times and logistical hurdles, which could prove impossible to live with for those who export more perishable product lines
Disruption to shipping services creates a major headache in terms of export shipments and imports of punnets, says country’s largest exporter
Consortium recently showcased its organics offer at Dubai’s Organic & Natural Products Expo
Pre-season interest paired with good weather and maturing trees bode well for New Zealand cherry producer
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Trade vistors can tap into the fresh produce industry’s largest gathering of experts and innovators and benefit from the exhibition’s unrivalled event programme
Founder of the first vertical strawberry farm in Palestine, Ayed Awni Aburamadan has a history of success in the face of overwhelming challenges, and he is determined to rebuild when the war is over
In partnership with Fruit Logistica
New selection of 20 startup companies will feature in trade show’s dedicated Startup Day on Friday 9 February
Lebanese exporters are showing real ambition in Europe, aiming to respond to the particular needs of the market in spite of the severe economic and political trials at home
At the World Investment Forum in Abu Dhabi, Kazakhstan’s minister for trade stressed the investment opportunities in the country and the importance of Central Asia as an agricultural hub
The Egyptian producer is developing new varieties of stonefruit and grapes, while blueberries are the latest addition to the group’s portfolio
The strength of demand for Egyptian citrus has come as a surprise to some exporters, particularly from Egypt’s main competitor, Spain
Ruling raises serious questions over the question of uniqueness in horticultural breeding, and could bring cases like the high-profile Nadorcott-Tango dispute to a close
The Saudi Arabian company has gained GCC Authorised Economic Operator status, which it says marks the group’s dedication to the highest international standards
Production issues in Morocco have sent European citrus buyers Egypt’s way, according to Ahmed Ghazy, export manager at Capital Agro for Import and Export, with EU imports of Egyptian oranges soaring in 2022/23
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