All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 133
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ArticleCharentais melon in crisis
Last week, the French Charentais melon was declared to be in crisis as a result of oversupply, causing prices to plummet
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ArticleFrench study shows cost of going organic
In Familles Rurales' latest report, organic fresh produce is shown to be almost 70 per cent more expensive in France than conventional
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ArticleIran sanctions could hurt trade with UAE
One business leader based in Dubai has warned of the impact of sanctions against Iran on trade with the United Arab Emirates
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ArticleUK apricots welcomed at Le Gavroche
The renowned London restaurant is set to use UK-grown apricots, of which the first commercially available crop is in full swing
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ArticleNew CEO at SACL
Steve McGrath has been named as the next CEO of Soil Association Certification Ltd (SACL)
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ArticleAgrexco begins pitaya exports
The Israeli exporter is set to begin exports of its pitaya, which are available continuously until February
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ArticleAshdod reveals H1 success
The Israeli port has seen a significant increase in volumes handled and numbers of vessels in the first half of 2010
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ArticleModef prepares for Paris protest
The French movement will head to Paris in mid-August to pressurise the government into controlling retailers and imports
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ArticleUK campaigners call for pesticide ban
A new study has increased the pressure on the UK government to ban the sale of pesticides linked to bee population decline
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ArticleFrench topfruit production to fall
French production of apples and pears is forecast to decline in 2010, it will be announced at Prognosfruit today
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ArticleQuebec makes organic commitment
The Canadian province of Quebec has revealed plans to boost local organic production
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ArticleUK suburb goes local
In an effort to increase sustainability, one UK suburb has converted a milk float to sell local and seasonal fruit and vegetables
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ArticleUganda trials GM bananas
GM bananas are currently being tested in Uganda, but doubts remain concerning the benefits of GM for African farmers
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ArticleAntwerp port sees growth
Belgium's port of Antwerp has recorded an increase in cargo volumes for the first six months of the year
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ArticleOrganics could halt UK bird decline
The UK's Soil Association has highlighted the role of organics in assisting bird numbers, following Defra's alarming report
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ArticleLogistics conference to debate latest trends
The next Cool Logistics Conference is scheduled for 20-22 September, with speakers ready to discuss the most recent trends and innovations
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ArticleTalking Heads | Volkert Engelsman
Fruitnet.com talks to Eosta's managing director Volkert Engelsman about his career so far and his thoughts on the fresh produce industry
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ArticleIsraeli ports see cargo rise
Ports in Israel have reported an increase in traffic of some 16.8 per cent in the first half of 2010
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ArticleOrigine France faces test
French organisation Interfel is currently testing its new "Origine France" concept at retailers across the country
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ArticleNew melon headed for UK
The UK is being used as a test market this season for a new range of small melons designed for northern European consumers