All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 16
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica preview: Rest of Europe
Following yesterday’s preview of Dutch exhibitors at the Hong Kong show, we round up more of the event’s European contingent
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NewsLine-up revealed for Rijk Zwaan sweet pepper seminar
The Dutch seed specialist is hosting a sweet pepper seminar on the eve of Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, with expert speakers set to share their valuable insights
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NewsGreek grapes set for early start to campaign
Competition on the European grape market continues to ramp up, as an early start to the Greek season adds to the large volumes coming out of Spain, Italy and Egypt
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NewsTozer shortlisted for Best Technical Excellence Award
UK innovation agency Innovate UK has announced the shortlist for its Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) Awards 2024, with Tozer Seeds up for prize
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NewsRockit set for Back to School period in Gulf
Kids’ return to school seen as key sales period for Rockit apples in the Middle East region, with a strong omni-channel campaign planned for the season
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NewsRussian bans driving eastern suppliers to west
Moscow’s alleged attempts to punish Moldova for pursuing closer relations with the EU have only driven the supplier closer to Europe, with Armenia in danger of following suit
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NewsFresh Inset boosting freshness and quality with Vidre+
With dose rate flexibility and gradual release technology, Fresh Inset’s Vidre+ takes prolonging freshness to the next level, with the US market now lying in wait
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NewsTurkish dried fruit exports rise in value
Although production volumes of dried fruits have fallen in Turkey, revenue for Turkish exporters increased by 12 per cent in the first half of 2024
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NewsKenyan avocados braced for competition in East Asia
Rising demand for Kenyan avocados in Europe has lifted the fruit sector above coffee in terms of export revenue, but competition remains strong in Asia
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NewsPrices rise in Israel due to Turkish ban
Turkey’s decision to halt trade with Israel over its war in Gaza leads to increase in fruit and vegetable prices for Israeli consumers
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NewsRed Sea disruptions hit DP World profits
The Dubai-based port operator has seen its profits fall significantly as shippers avoid passing through the crisis-hit region
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NewsPotential for Peru as climate impacts citrus sources
With availability and quality of citrus affected by climatic conditions, Salix Fruits sees good opportunities for supplies from the Latin American country
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NewsOxair’s nitrogen generation technology prolongs freshness
Australia’s Eagleview Orchard says Oxair technology enables it to achieve optimal freshness and quality for its topfruit and prolong the life of its harvested fruit
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NewsPico to highlight new varieties in Asia
The Egyptian company is highlighting new strawberry and grape varieties at next months’ Asia Fruit Logistica, as well as introducing avocados and Barhi dates to its offering
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NewsGreek producers test tropical crops as temperatures rise
With temperatures soaring across Greece for another summer, some growers are looking to adapt to the changing climate with the production of tropical crops including avocados and lychees
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NewsNeatleaf Spyder sensors keep watch over plants
The Neatleaf Spyder aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the cultivation environment in the greenhouse, collecting data across the canopy and directing the grower’s attention to where it is most needed
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NewsSaudi ports show increase in containers handled
In the month of July, the volume of containers handled by ports in Saudi Arabia rose by 15.7 per cent year on year, as the Kingdom focuses on boosting efficiency and competitiveness
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NewsWood beats cardboard in sustainable packaging face-off
Wooden packaging was found to outperform corrugated cardboard in a Life Cycle Assessment, especially in terms of greenhouse gas emissions, ecotoxicity, food safety and water footprint
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NewsPink Hudson raspberry set to complement Adelita in Morocco
With Moroccan growers looking to extend the raspberry season and consumers seeking out top flavour, Planasa’s Pink Hudson may be the ideal partner for Adelita, according to VitaBlue
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NewsLebanon’s Awdi Gardens set on expanding portfolio
Awdi Gardens is planting new grape and cherry varieties, as the Lebanese grower-exporter looks to widen its offering, but various challenges mean export growth will be gradual