Dollar drops after data shows inflation cooling
2023-11-16 00:00
On Tuesday, the U.S. dollar experienced a decline of more than 1% against major currencies following the release of U.S. consumer price data, indicating a further moderation in the pace of inflation for October. The data raised speculation that the Federal Reserve might halt its interest rate hikes.
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The Moroccan avocado campaign is progressing against fierce competition from South American origins, notably Colombia. Abdellah El Yamlahi, CEO of Export Optimum, reports on the season's progress.
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Eurofruit November/December out now
2023-11-15 16:00
This issue of Eurofruit brings you an in-depth look at all the developments in the world of berries as we build up to the 2023 edition of the Global Berry Congress, which takes place in Rotterdam on 28 November.
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Eurofruit Global Berry Congress issue out now
2023-11-15 16:00
This issue of Eurofruit brings you an in-depth look at all the developments in the world of berries as we build up to the 2023 edition of the Global Berry Congress, which takes place in Rotterdam on 28 November.
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Energy consumption fell by 27% and CO2 emissions by 25%. This is according to a study by Wageningen Economic Research. The decrease in total CO2 emissions in greenhouse horticulture in 2022 at sector level is therefore mainly due to the
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Greenyard: Significant sales growth in the first half of 2023/2024
2023-11-15 14:00
This corresponds to an increase of 9.5% compared to the same period in the previous financial year. Comparable sales rose by 11.2%. According to the company, sales volumes were 1.7% higher and prices rose by 9.5% on average. The adjusted
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Port of Hamburg: Slight recovery in container throughput
2023-11-15 14:00
Despite these circumstances, container handling in the port recovered in the third quarter. The number of ship calls also increased. Container transport between Hamburg and the USA in particular emphasised this trend with a record result. Furthermore, in the third quarter
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Maersk begins construction of Rotterdam facility
2023-11-15 13:00
Maersk has conducted the ground-breaking ceremony ahead of the construction of its new cold storage facility in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
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Tosca: Marco González neuer Managing Director Central Europe
2023-11-15 13:00
González reports directly to EMEA President Dan Lee. Prior to joining Tosca, Mr González was Managing Director at OMMM Operations Management Solutions GmbH, where he was responsible for sales and strategic business development. He has worked for companies including
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Camposol appoints Ricardo Naranjo Fernandez as CFO
2023-11-15 12:00
Mr Naranjo has extensive experience in corporate management, having headed the administrative and financial departments of several multinational companies and groups in Chile and Colombia. He has worked predominantly in sectors such as manufacturing
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Retailers back King’s project
2023-11-15 12:00
Senior leaders from the UK food industry have pledged to support King Charles’ Coronation Food Project, which encourages supermarkets and food manufacturers to join FareShare’s ’Alliance Manufacturing’ programme and redistribute more surplus food to charities.
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Fresh Direct launches Chef’s Choice potatoes
2023-11-15 11:00
Foodservice supplier Fresh Direct has launched a premium Chef’s Choice potato which it claims sets a new benchmark for chipping and roasting potatoes.
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Chile: avocado production with significant growth
2023-11-15 11:00
This corresponds to an increase of 21.2% compared to the production volume of 165,000 MT in the 2022/23 marketing year. This is according to a recent report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
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Consumers keen on Polish blueberries
2023-11-15 11:00
Growing the customer base both domestically and overseas has been the name of the game for Poland’s blueberry industry in 2023. This dual focus, while also increasing automation and planting new, high-quality varieties, has meant a busy 12 months.
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Peru: Export of strawberries increases significantly
2023-11-15 10:00
According to Fresh Fruit Peru, the country exported 20,338 tonnes of strawberries worth USD 34 million between January and September, an increase of 43% in volume and 26% in value compared to the same period last year. The increase occurred despite losses in the
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Switzerland: Potato crops threatened by new disease?
2023-11-15 10:00
According to the Agroscope research institute, this has further exacerbated the consequences of the very unfavourable weather conditions. Agroscope was able to detect the bacterium Arsenophonus phytopathogenicus in potatoes. According to the researchers, in Switzerland it is the cause of the
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DP World outlines UK sustainability work
2023-11-15 10:00
DP World has highlighted the steps it has taken in the UK over the past year in its latest sustainability update.
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Dena: Agri-PV is a key technology
2023-11-15 09:00
This is the conclusion of an impulse paper issued and published by the German Energy Agency (Dena). It contains recommendations for action for a successful market ramp-up. First of all, a clear definition and differentiation from other PV concepts is required in order to
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Positive outlook for Argentina’s deciduous fruit sector
2023-11-15 08:00
According to the latest USDA report, this rise is due to favourable weather conditions, which have restored yields from 2022/23. Apple exports are expected to increase to 81,854 tons, while pear exports are expected to rise to 317,200 tons. Domestic consumption is also predicted to grow in line
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Organic products can cost up to twice as much as conventional
2023-11-15 08:00
Buying organic products that comply with regulations and display certification seals can cost the consumer up to twice as much as purchasing conventional products. This is revealed by the study “The true cost of sustainable consumption”, presented by Spanish organisation Asufin and which
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