Soaring vegetable prices in Russia cause alarm

Soaring vegetable prices in Russia cause alarm
Russia’s sharp rise vegetables prices during May and June provoked the indignation of buyers and made agricultural producers rethink their production portfolios. The rise in prices was indeed unprecedented. According […]
Thu 22/07/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

Apofruit launches new autumn variety

Apofruit launches new autumn variety
ApoFruit has presented new varieties of grapes to extend its commercial calendar and enrich a portfolio now comprising 85% seedless grapes. From the firm’s production areas in Bari, Taranto and […]
Wed 21/07/2021 by Gabriele Orsi

Berries drive organic sales increase in US

Berries drive organic sales increase in US
In the second quarter of 2021, sales of organic fresh produce in the US were up 4% Y-O-Y, to just under $2.3 billion, according to the Q2 2021 Organic Produce […]
Wed 21/07/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

Mercabarna recognises pioneers in food waste 

Mercabarna recognises pioneers in food waste 
Barcelona’s wholesale market Mercabarna has announced the winners of the 2nd Paco Muñoz Awards which recognise initiatives to reduce food waste.  The winner in the private sector was Catalonia-based supermarket […]
Tue 20/07/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

US avocado sales reach 4-year high

US avocado sales reach 4-year high
In the US, sales of Hass avocado sales hit four -year record highs during the first quarter’s holidays. According to Hass Avocado Board (HAB) data, the increased demand during the […]
Tue 20/07/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

Civil unrest in South Africa prompts shipping closures

Civil unrest in South Africa prompts shipping closures
Maersk is reported to have closed its key operations in South Africa in response to the current civil unrest in the country. According to Times Live, a company spokesperson said […]
Mon 19/07/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

Magnit secures more limited stake in rival Dixy 

Magnit secures more limited stake in rival Dixy 
Retailer Magnit will go ahead with its take-over of its rival Dixy, but must buy fewer outlets to comply with competition regulations, according to a Reuters report. The acquisition was […]
Mon 19/07/2021 by Richard Wilkinson

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