All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 16
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         News NewsStrong close to Greek kiwifruit campaignDemand in Europe and North America remains strong for Greek kiwifruit, says Youphoria Fruits’ George Kallitsis, as the campaign enters its final stages 
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         News NewsVersatility and convenience behind Belgian cucumber riseIn Belgium, consumption of cucumbers has nearly doubled over the last 15 years, and cooperative BelOrta says a whole new market is opening up for snacking and added convenience 
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         News NewsCertified Pickup rolled out at Port of AntwerpThe Port of Antwerp authority calls Certified Pickup an important step in the digitalisation of the logistics chain for containers 
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         News NewsRejoicePro targets next level for EgyptMina 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 
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         News NewsBanana prices rise in UAE as Ramadan demand soarsDemand 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 
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         News NewsGreek exhibition Freskon welcomes Poland as country of honourAlongside next month’s Freskon exhibition in Thessaloniki where Poland is set to appear as the country of honour, visitors will be treated to conferences on apricots and kiwifruit, as well as a separate transport and logistics show 
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         News NewsMixed reception to EU’s CSDDD ahead of final voteThe EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) looks set for approval next month, but critics suggest the latest version is a wasted opportunity to revolutionise how business is done in the EU 
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         News NewsRungis turns to Suez to lead waste effortThe French wholesale market has recruited environmental services group Suez to implement measures to boost the sorting and recovery of waste at the market 
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         News NewsAwdi Gardens eager to show off quality of Lebanese produceHaving experienced rapid growth in its grape exports to markets across the globe, Lebanese producer Awdi Gardens sees potential for Lebanese cherries, plums and kiwifruit 
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         News NewsBlue Whale aims for resilience through (Re)Generation(Re)Generation Fruit, a Blue Whale-led consortium in France, is seeking to support the ecological transition of the sector while providing vital economic resilience for its growers 
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         News NewsGlobal Tomato Congress provides consumer insightsKey speakers at Global Tomato Congress will offer delegates the benefits of their consumer research into what shoppers are looking for in terms of taste, look, packaging and messaging when the tomato event returns to The Hague on 14-15 May 
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         News NewsRed Sea and Green Deal disruptions set 'uncomfortable' precedentMarc Evrard of topfruit exporter Belgian Fruit Valley talks to Fruitnet about some of the issues behind the farmers’ protests across Europe and the effect of the disruptions in the Red Sea on trade flows to East Asia 
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         News NewsMore support needed for banana producers hit by climate and costsThe growing impact of climate change and soaring production costs mean urgent action to address unsustainable banana prices is essential, according to Fairtrade Foundation 
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         News NewsBelgium’s BelOrta welcomes start of Coeur de Boeuf tomato seasonThe Belgian cooperative has announced the sale of its first Coeur de Boeuf tomatoes of the season, with expectations high following annual growth in the production area of 28 per cent 
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         News NewsEgypt’s new DNA lab set to be ready for new grape seasonFollowing 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 
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         News NewsZespri uses pillbox packaging for daily fruit pushA Zespri survey in Singapore found the significant role forgetfulness plays in limiting fruit consumption, inspiring the adoption of the daily dose packs common in the pharmaceutical industry 
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         News NewsSustainability takes centre stage at Global Avocado SummitChile will host the Global Avocado Summit in November, as experts analyse the state of the industry, including the sustainability challenge and Chile’s rise to become one of the largest global consumers 
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         News NewsImpact of weather and economic challenges evident in T&G resultsT&G has reported a loss before tax of NZ$64.2m (US$39.1m) in a year marked by weather challenges and tightening budgets, but confidence in the group’s strategy remains strong 
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         News NewsFrench apples go on promotional roadshow in ThailandFrench association Interfel has been promoting the country’s apples across Asia this season, including a campaign in major cities in Thailand, a key market for French exporters 
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         News NewsWest Bank dates overcome extra challenges to exportDespite 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 
 

