All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 49
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ArticleFrench stonefuit bears its pride
TV spots in support of the new French peach and apricot campaigns will focus on the pride of the growers and their partners as they work through difficult times
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ArticleFirst BFV cherries go to healthcare staff
The first Belgian cherries of the season, from Hoepertingen, were auctioned at BFV and donated to "healthcare heroes" at Sint-Trudo hospital
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ArticlePrimland upbeat on Chilean kiwifruit
Although the Covid-19 crisis continues to pose challenges, French kiwifruit supplier Primland expects substantial volumes from Chile this season
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ArticleZespri ditches plastic in Monoprix
Zespri's conventional kiwifruit is set to be sold in Monoprix stores in France in cardboard packaging, after its organic range went zero-plastic in 2018
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ArticleAlanar confident for cherry campaign
Thanks to investments in new machinery and early action in response to Covid-19, Turkey's Alanar is optimistic for the new cherry season
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ArticleEU lays out green targets
The European Commission has produced its green action plan for agriculture, but some question how the targets will be implemented and enforced
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ArticleBelOrta auctions first gooseberries
In Belgium, the first locally grown gooseberries of the season were auctioned at BelOrta this week, with availability continuing until end of August
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ArticleBanana sector embracing sustainability
Voluntary sustainability standards are increasingly being used by banana producers as challenges including disease and climate change mount
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ArticleBelOrta launches online platform
De Keuken van BelOrta, or BelOrta’s Kitchen, will aim to inspire, entertain and inform consumers in order to encourage the use of local products for home-cooking
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ArticlePerla ready for new campaign
Having invested in a new optical cherry line and implemented strict Covid-19 measures, Turkey's Perla Fruit is prepared for the upcoming cherry season, says executive chairman Kerim Taner
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ArticleSpecial Fruit delays celebrations
The Belgian importer recently turned 30, quietly announcing that celebrations would be on hold as the focus on ensuring supplies during the pandemic continues
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ArticleEosta acting on Living Wages
The Dutch sustainability and organics specialist is determined to make a Living Wage the new normal for workers, beginning with mangoes in Burkina Faso
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ArticleOnline attention for Bimi broccoli
An enhanced online presence is expected to drive new health-conscious consumers to Bimi-branded broccoli in continental Europe
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ArticleDel Monte rises to Covid-19 test
Del Monte has remained resilient in the face of Covid-19, ensuring continuous supplies while rapidly introducing new safety precautions
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ArticleCovid-19 calls for right varieties
With the pandemic affecting shopping habits, seed company HM Clause says it is remaining alert to the needs of food retailers and consumers
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ArticlePriva and Aranet form partnership
Together Priva and Aranet believe they can make environmental monitoring of greenhouses wireless, giving growers more time to analyse their data
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ArticleCompagnie Fruitière expands in Romania
Leading banana supplier Compagnie Fruitière is continuing its development in Europe with the opening of a branch in Romania
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ArticleEosta and Ekoplaza collaborate
Through the Dr Goodfood campaign, shoppers at Ekoplaza in the Netherlands will be nudged toward healthy choices that are high in fibre, vitamins and minerals
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ArticleStonefruit sector set for unexpected
Europe's peach and nectarine sector is gearing up for an unpredictable season, as questions over labour availability cause major concerns
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ArticleTurkish cherries rise to challenge
In spite of recent issues, Turkish cherry producer Anı Tarım Fresh Fruit expects exports to increase this coming season, according to marketing manager Mehmet Çakmak