All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 2
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NewsStudy identifies tomato ‘golden hour’ for water
Researchers believe an early-morning surge in stomatal activity may be key to developing crops tolerant to heatwaves and drought
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NewsCameroon sees July surge in banana exports
Last month, Cameroon’s banana exports rose by an impressive 34 per cent compared with July 2025, with more than 20,000 tonnes shipped
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NewsFrench heatwaves exacerbate drought conditions
Farmers are in survival mode across much of France, as heatwaves and drought continue to hamper production, with low harvests anticipated as a result
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NewsStaay offers alternative to traditional iceberg lettuce
Extreme summer conditions across Europe are putting pressure on iceberg lettuce supplies, but Staay Food Group believes it has the perfect substitute
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NewsGenetic alteration may help tomatoes grow in the cold
Researchers have identified a genetic system that synchronises flower development and fruit formation in tomatoes, with hopes for varieties that can withstand extreme temperatures
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FeaturesAlgarve oranges set the standard on taste
The heat may be a continuous concern for Portuguese producers, but so is the challenge of getting consumers to look beyond the minor blemishes to get to the taste of Algarve’s top-quality oranges
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NewsWater For All mangoes target values-driven shoppers
Continental Fresh hopes its Water For All initiative will help to sell more mangoes in the US, while providing clean water to greater numbers
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NewsFruits Rouges & Co makes first trimodal shipment
The French supplier says the success of its first trimodal shipment of Vietnamese mangoes demonstrates its ability to evolve logistically
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NewsMoulton Bulb and IPP see onion volumes double in five years
IPP has been supplying sustainable wooden pallets to UK grower Moulton Bulb since 2008, but only in recent years have volumes soared to 120,000 pallets a year
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NewsFyffes bananas strengthen brand awareness
Fyffes says UK consumers are responding to its continued investment in brand-building, including “an emotional message and contemporary marketing”, as aided brand awareness rises to 79 per cent
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NewsCherries provide cheer for UK growers
UK cherry sales have risen in both volume and value over the past year, with producers optimistic about the category’s future
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NewsZero Carbon Forum welcomes first wholesaler in Sysco GB
The non-profit organisation says building resilience is becoming as important as reducing emissions for hospitality businesses, necessitating the expansion of industry collaboration
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NewsNFU urges action to secure water for farming
As half the UK suffers from drought, the NFU has called for joined-up thinking from government to secure water for farming and protect nation’s food security
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NewsVeg prices hit the roof in Russia
Staple vegetables have become more costly for Russian consumers this year, with Ukrainian intelligence estimating an increase of 56 per cent on an average basket
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NewsBritish Apples & Pears trumpets knowledge sharing
BAPL says this week’s workshop is a great opportunity for growers to share best principles on improving efficiency, fruit quality and returns
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NewsBanana Link remains determined after three decades
Despite a bunch of successes, the UK-based NGO still faces some familiar challenges as it strives for supply chain sustainability
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NewsRegenerative farming ‘central to future of UK horticulture’
Regen is moving from concept to commercial reality across the UK sector, as growers and suppliers view soil health as key to resilience and long-term sustainability
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NewsRungis and Dunkirk port strengthen ties
A partnership agreement has been signed between Rungis market in Paris and France’s port of Dunkirk aimed at boosting French food sovereignty
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NewsBelgian topfruit battles shipping uncertainty
Apple and pear producers in Belgium are keeping an eye on the weather forecast as much of Europe bakes in its second heatwave of the year, but the reliability of the shipping lines remains the chief concern for exporters
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AnalysisFrance’s Interfel urges sector to think global
France must embrace the interconnectedness of the world if it wants to secure the future of fresh produce in the country, says Interfel president Daniel Sauvaitre