All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 11
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NewsBelOrta kicks off Belgian melon season
At the end of May, Belgian cooperative BelOrta sold the first BelOmelon melons of the 2024 season, with availability starting earlier than ever
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NewsOrganic Ruby Red tomato hits shelves at right time
With the organic market picking up again in Europe, Belgium’s BelOrta says the timing of the launch of its organic version of the Ruby Red tomato could hardly be better
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NewsTurkish provinces team up to boost fruit and veg exports
Izmir and Samsun are collaborating to increase the latter’s exports of fresh fruit and vegetables, including experience-sharing in production and exports
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NewsWorld Environment Day encourages record number of climate events
This year’s World Environment Day puts the focus on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience, with the aim of accelerating progress on global commitments
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NewsLegal proceedings against Eco-Score brought to a close
Organic farming organisations have reached an agreement ending legal proceedings with Ademe, Yuka and its partners, according to Ifoam Organics Europe
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NewsFoodcareplus and Intercontplus partnership to enhance Indian imports
Despite being a major producer of apples and citrus, India remains reliant on imports to meet growing domestic demand, and Foodcareplus’s latest collaboration aims to remove uncertainty and ensure efficient and reliable logistics
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NewsEgypt’s early season for white grapes causes headaches
Weather conditions this year were conducive to an early season for Egypt’s white grapes, but gaps in availability are a concern for exporters
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NewsMarc Smets elected chairman of Belgian cooperative BelOrta
A new Board of Directors has been elected at Belgian cooperative BelOrta, with the Board deciding on Marc Smets to succeed Dirk Bertels as the new chairman
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NewsSanctions limit options for Iranian pineapple imports
Before Donald Trump scuppered the Iran nuclear deal, pineapple exports came to Iran from sources including Thailand, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, but since then Philippines has been the only reliable supplier
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NewsAntwerp Euroterminal installs shore power for vessels
The first shore power for seagoing vessels in Belgium, set to be operational at Antwerp Euroterminal in 2026, will play “important role” in greening ports
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NewsBelgian blueberries complete BelOrta’s berry offering
The first locally produced blueberries of the season are available from Belgian cooperative BelOrta, with volumes set to be available until mid-September
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NewsStrong Pakistani mango volumes head to Dubai despite climate challenges
Mangoes from Pakistan are under threat from the changing climate, with volumes expected to decline again this season, but Dubai-based Altaf Hussain Trading Co reports “substantial” influx
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NewsSaudi date exporters see partner potential in Alibaba
Date exporters in Saudi Arabia are exploring the use of the Alibaba platform to promote and export dates globally, including to China
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NewsVertical Future sees potential for vertical farming in Iraq
Vertical Future’s Jamie Burrows believes autonomous vertical farming systems can have a major impact in Iraq and the wider Middle East region, helping resolve issues of food and water security
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NewsGreek show Freskon boosts international participation
Last month’s Freskon exhibition in Thessaloniki attracted more exhibitors and visitors from outside Greece than ever before, as competition heats up for multiple products on the European market
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NewsTurkish cherry volumes set to pick up
Following a relatively slow start for early Turkish cherry producing regions due to hot temperatures, the campaign is set to hit its stride as larger volumes of Ziraat 0900 arrive
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NewsGreek grapes help extend season for Europe
With Southern Hemisphere grape volumes increasingly impacted by rain, and strong demand coming from South America, the US and Asia, the European market is increasingly under pressure, says Georgios Bitsakos from Grapa Varieties
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NewsInterest high for Greek pears as campaign closes
Following a positive campaign for Greek pears, a lack of hailstorms and excessive rain bode well for the new season, but the threat of climatic disturbances will always remain, according to Paris Karastergios of Karastergiou Bros
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NewsGlobal Tomato Congress tours focus on innovation in taste
Next week’s Global Tomato Congress in The Hague takes delegates on a taste journey, thanks to a packed agenda, the cooking of Belgian chef Bart Sablon and a selection of unique tours
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NewsKissabel enjoys growth in Southern Hemisphere
The Australian campaign for Kissabel is set to continue until June to raise brand awareness, while efforts to expand the commercial window in Chile continue and South Africa prepares for the first tests in 2025