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Zespri preparing return to strong growth in kiwifruit supply in 2024
2024-02-15 06:00
Zespri has announced its latest forecast for the 2024 New Zealand kiwifruit season with the marketer expecting to ship around 193m trays of kiwifruit to markets around the world.
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Coles opens applications for next round of Nurture Fund grants
2024-02-15 05:00
Coles has announced the opening of applications for round 12 of the Coles Nurture Fund, with grants of up to A$500,000 available to fuel projects that drive innovation, sustainability and growth.
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The Fruit Logistica fruit and vegetable industry show, which took place from 7 to 9 February, recorded growth in terms of visitors, exhibitors and exhibition space. The trade fair was also more international than ever according to the organisers.
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Protest actions reach Spain: Trucks carrying vegetables rerouted to activists' depot
2024-02-15 00:00
The protests in France and Belgium have now spilled over to Spain. "In the past 24 hours, protesting Spaniards have repeatedly pulled over trucks from Morocco and Senegal. These activists then drive these to local depots, where they switch off the refrigeration and leave the doors open. Then, if
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The Technology Transfer Service (STT) of the Elche Agricultural Experimental Station (EEA) has organised the eleventh edition of the Technical Conference on Artichoke cultivation, which will deal with the results of the latest trials on sustainable practices for
theTechnology Transfer Service (STT) of the Elche Agricultural Experimental Station (EEA) has organised the eleventh edition of the Technical Conference on Artichoke cultivation.
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According to EastFruit, Morocco’s greenhouse vegetable exports have suffered a severe setback due to climate change and extreme weather events. The country, which had been expanding its exports at a rapid pace, has seen a sharp decline in its tomato shipments, while its cucumber exports remain
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"We couldn't resist the 'with love' word play"
2024-02-15 00:00
Valentine's Day has come and gone. Around this time, thoughts might typically turn towards champagne and strawberries, or perhaps even tomatoes. However, a quintessential Belgian vegetable, chicory (witloof), might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, BelOrta sees a natural connection
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The fresh produce industry around the world is at the forefront of experiencing the tangible effects of climate change. In regions like California, recent weather patterns have brought about unseasonably high rainfall, which goes beyond typical seasonal fluctuations. “This is a manifestation
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MSC's additional shipping service from Eastern Cape to Europe welcomed by South African Citrus Growers
2024-02-15 00:00
The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) is very pleased to welcome an additional direct shipping service from the ports of Ngqura and Port Elizabeth for the export of citrus. MSC has recently announced an additional service, running every Tuesday from the end of May to the
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Lollobrigida: 'The exemption of agricultural IRPEF for two years confirms the Meloni government's commitment'
2024-02-15 00:00
The go-ahead was given in the night between Tuesday and Wednesday for the government's amendment to cut agricultural IRPEF for two years, exempting agrarian and dominical incomes up to EUR 10,000 and reducing by 50 per cent the amount to be paid for those between EUR 10,000 and EUR 15,000.
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The upcoming kiwifruit season has the potential to be a year of strong growth across all kiwifruit offerings this year, with Zespri expecting to ship around 193 million trays of kiwifruit to markets around the world.
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Irish home consumption and retail sales remain unchanged
2024-02-15 00:00
Irish home consumption and retail sales remain unchanged. The availability of pre-pack quality stock is tightening and prices reported are reflective of this. The viability of overwintered crop is questionable, some growers have up to 50 acres remaining to be harvested due to poor weather
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The Netherlands boosted agricultural imports from Peru in 2023
2024-02-15 00:00
In 2023, the Netherlands emerged as a pivotal hub for Peruvian agro-exports, marking a 9% uptick in acquisitions. The Dutch market's appetite spanned over 50 agricultural commodities, with blueberries, avocados, grapes and mangoes leading the charge, collectively accounting for 79% of the total
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US study reveals gendered food perceptions among children
2024-02-15 00:00
Recent research from the University of Oregon College of Education, published in Appetite, unveils that boys aged 8 to 10 perceive certain foods as gender-specific, impacting their dietary choices. Funded by federal resources, this study explored children's eating habits by providing a diverse
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Japanese finance officials signal concern over volatility of the yen
2024-02-15 00:00
Japan's financial authorities have raised alarms over the yen's swift fluctuations, particularly after it surged past the 150 yen mark, posing threats to the country's trade-dependent economy. The U.S. dollar reached a three-month high following reports of an unexpected rise in U.S. inflation in
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"A couple of big groups working with us who have mandated the use of RYPEN in all shipments"
2024-02-15 00:00
Last week at Fruit Logistica 'It’s Fresh' launched their 2nd generation ethylene moderating technology to extend the peak ripeness window and quality of fresh produce, a new brand RYPEN has been created for this new tech.
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Submit your agri-food promotion programme
2024-02-15 00:00
Why young women in China are obsessed with fruity fad
2024-02-15 00:00
The latest social media trend in China involves young people competing to consume strawberries without using their teeth, aiming to leave behind a "strawberry skeleton" with only seeds and white veins. Originating from a post on Xiaohongshu by a user named @Aqing, this challenge emphasizes the
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Mayor Keller shows Düsseldorf's wholesale market the red card
2024-02-15 00:00
After over 80 years as a cornerstone of the local economy, the Düsseldorf Wholesale Market will soon be saying "END OF THE LINE". Since its inception, the wholesale market has played a central role in Düsseldorf's economic structure. It is a living symbol of the perfect harmony between
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Poste Italiane launches refrigerated delivery service PosteGoFresh
2024-02-15 00:00
Poste Italiane launches PosteGoFresh, the new refrigerated transport service for home delivery of fresh food products purchased online. Its creator isMlk Fresh, the company born from the joint venture between Poste Italiane's subsidiary MLK Deliveries and Mazzocco Srl,
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