Middle East
Fresh produce industry news and analysis from the Middle East.
FPC Fresh Awards go global
The Fresh Produce Consortium is encouraging broader international participation at its FPC Fresh Awards 2022
New brand identity for Fruit Logistica
The world’s leading fruit and vegetable trade exhibition has updated its logo and event branding
Elite Agro potatoes meet local needs in UAE
The UAE producer and supplier highlights the carbon emissions saved from its “locally-grown, high-quality” potatoes
Maputo port progress for South African citrus
Eastern port emerges as viable option for South African exporters, particularly those targeting Asia
Freight rates draw fruit industry ire
South African growers frustrated at record shipping profits while freight rates rise
Southeast Europe connects at Freskon fair
The Freskon exhibition returns to Thessaloniki on 12-14 May, connecting producers with international buyers and hosting the International Apple Congress
AD Ports senses hub potential for Egypt
The Abu Dhabi group has entered into a joint venture to develop a terminal in Safaga Port on the Red Sea, with the aim of boosting Egypt’s hub capability
Avocados remain a ‘globally popular super fruit’
New Rabobank market trend report highlights ongoing supply and demand growth
Elite Agro blueberries bound for Asia
UEA producer set to export its berries for the first time targeting Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong
Syrians struggle with soaring prices
Typical Ramadan staples such as dates are currently unaffordable for millions of Syrians due to an ongoing economic crisis
UAE’s GMG acquires Géant
GMG has acquired 18 hypermarket and supermarket locations in the UAE from Urban Foods, plus exclusive expansion rights
Rockit launches Ramadan campaign
Well-known artist helps showcase miniature apple offering in the Middle East and South-East Asia
Thailand ups exports to Middle East
Government attempts to diversify fruit exports while working to reduce disruption to China trade
Fresh Connection makes EMENA hire
US-based global exporter appoints Roula Haddad as director of sales and procurement for Europe, Middle East and North Africa
France makes mark at Gulfood
French professionals enjoyed a successful week at this month's Gulfood trade exhibition in Dubai, according to Interfel
Semmaris signs deal in UAE
The company that manages Rungis in Paris has announced an agreement to support the creation of a future agro-logistics hub in Abu Dhabi
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Spinneys opens first sustainable concept store
Locally sourced fruit and veg feature prominently at new Dubai branch, which aims to help shoppers live and eat well
Adrian Scripps signs Middle East export deal
Kent apple grower pens agreement with Growers Direct and Middle Eastern retail chain LuLu Group after exporting 100 containers
Report reveals grower concerns about greenwashing
CEA Global Census finds that majority think industry is susceptible to excessive and untrue claims around sustainability
Brazil eyes MidEast export opportunities
A recent trade mission to the UAE shows there is strong demand for Brazil fruit, but logistics challenges remain
LuLu steps up online ambition
The UAE retailer is investing in its e-commerce and logistics capabilities as it looks to boost its online sales
Sustainability the priority at Alanar
In the face of extreme weather, Turkey's Alanar sees sustainability and the latest technology as the best response
Jupiter harvests Greek kiwifruit
Given the extreme weather of the past year, Jupiter Group has cheered the high quality of its first Greek kiwifruit of the season
LuLu Group set for Indonesian expansion
Retailer sets out plans for 30 new stores as it is recognised for economic contribution to India
WCO releases NH citrus forecast
Overall volumes are expected to fall slightly in 2021/22, with orange and soft citrus numbers down
Global goal for Lebanese grapes
High-quality grapes from Lebanon are “unbeatable”, says exporter Awdi Enterprise, which sees potential for expansion to international export markets
Egypt rising up citrus ranks
Strict markets like Japan are opening up to Egyptian citrus, which exporters view as a mark of the country's major progress on procedures
What next for the fresh produce business?
As we head towards 2022, we want you to tell us what's really happening in the world of fruit and vegetables
Smaller crop for PersiMon campaign
Bad weather and a new pest called citrus mealybug have significantly reduced the amount of fruit available this season
Pure Harvest gets “landmark” funding
UAE firm believes latest financing round will pave the way for Pure Harvest’s expansion in the MENASA region
Grocery prices soar in Iran
High inflation in Iran has seen vegetable prices rise by 70 per cent, as sanctions and supply chain disruptions hurt shoppers and small businesses
Resilience needed for berry trade to thrive
Experts at Global Berry Congress focus on need to overcome big challenges so berry category growth can continue
NZ/UK trade deal threatens UK farming, says NFU
UK government's pursuit of trade deals with world's largest agri-food exporters threatens national farming future, says NFU
Rockit sales grow in the Middle East
Marketing campaign builds brand awareness over back-to-school period
