All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 74
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ArticleGermany sees organic veg boom
2016 saw a major increase in sales of organic vegetables in Germany, with discounters taking a larger share of the market
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ArticleGood volumes for Brittany leeks
Prince de Bretagne predicts large volumes of leeks this season, with the addition of a new category guaranteeing ultra-high quality
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ArticleEU crucial for Scottish organics
Organic farmers in Scotland overwhelmingly favour continued access to the European single market, according to a survey by SOPA
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ArticlePPO takes over Georges Helfer
Swiss distributor PPO looks to complement its own services, while ensuring the continuation of importer Georges Helfer
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ArticleMiss Chef innovates
Cooking apple brand Miss Chef aims to build on an encouraging first season with a dynamic new marketing campaign
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ArticleSwitching to organics in Greece
Greek firm Radiki Fruits is working to persuade Greek citrus growers to switch to organic production, as a means of boosting grower revenues and sustainability
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ArticleFATA Farms looks forward
Despite the instability affecting companies in Egypt, FATA Farms continues to focus on new varieties of grapes and stonefruit, while expanding its facilities
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ArticleGazans face export challenges
Although Israel authorised the first shipment of strawberries from Gaza to Europe this month, production is significantly down as a result of the blockade and rising costs
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ArticleAreflh debates sector challenges
APO members of European assembly Areflh met last week to discuss the need to strengthen producer organisations and promote consumption to arrest declining sales
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ArticleColeacp launches Fit For Market
The organisation created to assist ACP countries in accessing the EU market is determined to go one step further with its new Fit For Market programme
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ArticleBan supports local production
Russia’s ban on EU and US imports has bolstered domestic production, not just of vegetables, but also of apples
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ArticleWOP Dubai welcomes growth
Dubai’s annual fruit and vegetables exhibition grew in size last month, recording sizeable increases in exhibition and visitor numbers, as more and more companies target the Middle East region
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ArticleJoly Red gets Singapore launch
Belgian cooperative BFV is making great strides in Asia, with a number of activities held this month in Singapore, India and China to promote Joly Red apples and Truval pears
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ArticleDevaluation fails to deliver in Egypt
Egypt’s efforts to bolster exports by devaluing the currency have added to the woes of exporters, causing costs of inputs to increase dramatically
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ArticleEurofruit Business Forum back in Dubai
The Eurofruit Business Forum kicks off on Sunday at WOP Dubai, offering companies a platform to expand their business and visitors a chance to learn about the market and make new contacts
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ArticleBelgian Conference launches in India
The Belgian Conference pear is now available from leading retail outlets in India, thanks to the cooperation of Indian importer IG International and Belgium's BelOrta
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ArticleUncertainty follows US election
What will Donald Trump's rise to US president mean for the country’s relations with Russia, the conflict in Syria, the Iranian nuclear deal and climate change?
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ArticleCarrefour set for UAE expansion
Increasing demands for convenience encourage retailer to open more smaller stores in the UAE next year, while extending its home delivery service
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ArticleNew opportunities arise in UAE
As the market for fresh produce and plants continues to see impressive growth in the UAE, interest in leading exhibitions WOP Dubai and IPM Dubai has soared
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ArticleDel Monte appoints new president and COO
The fresh produce giant has revealed that Youssef Zakharia has taken over from Hani El-Naffy as the company’s new president and chief operating officer