New Defra proposal would term some produce coming from the EU as ‘medium- or high-risk’
The UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has proposed regulatory changes that would reclassify half of all fresh produce imports from the European Union to Great Britain as medium- or high-risk. The proposed changes pertain to Annex 11 of the retained Implementing Regulation 2019/2072. The proposal prompted a response from the European Fresh Produce Association […]
Red Sea challenges cause widespread delays, cashflow troubles for UK exporters
The British Chamber of Commerce reports that 55% of exporters have had shipping operations impacted by disruptions in the Red Sea. The Chamber of Commerce’s Insights Unit reported widespread disruptions to British businesses, manufacturers and even retailers from ongoing attacks on ships that began late last year. How long can the situation continue before impacts […]
Argentina’s record cherries season could have impact on UK this spring
Following two back-to-back seasons affected by poor weather, which saw export volumes drop, Argentine cherries are looking at a much better 2023-24, the Argentine Chamber of Integrated Cherry Producers (CAPCI) says. CAPCI President Aníbal Caminiti tells FreshFruitPortal.com the sector is projecting the end of the harvest on Feb. 25, and that he has observed good […]
Cultivating Goodness: Insights from the 20th Banana Time convention in Ecuador
In the heart of banana cultivation, the 20th International Banana Time Convention in Guayaquil organized by the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE) showcased not just the bountiful harvests of Ecuador’s banana industry, but also the extraordinary commitment of its farmers to social responsibility and technological innovation. One of the defining features of this […]
South African table grape planted area to recover after three years
South Africa table grape planted area, production and exports are all forecast to increase in the marketing year 2021-22, according to a USDA report. The area planted to table grapes is forecast to grow by two percent to 20,900 hectares in the 2021-22 marketing year from 20,564 hectares last year. This comes from new orchards and […]
THE COST OF LOST REPUTATION: The Price Of Our Loss In Afghanistan Reminds The Industry That Reputation Is A Great Store Of Value
We are not a political site here at the Pundit. Yet we think the collapse of Afghanistan is filled with lessons and warnings for people in business. Many years ago, my family business was heavily involved in the export of produce. An important employee had left the company and immediately set out to switch our […]
UK apple suppliers welcome Enhanced Trade Partnership with India
Expanding the UK’s export horizons opens the door for growers to achieve superior prices for larger apple sizes not demanded by domestic retailers. Growers and exporters in the UK have welcomed the signing of an Enhanced Trade Partnership (ETP) between the UK and India to facilitate the supply of fresh apples. The opportunities in India […]
South Africa protests disrupt citrus exports
South African farmers have been hit by days of unrest and looting as trucks carrying produce are prevented from delivering to markets. The country’s citrus exports through the port of Durban have been halted after violence erupted in the KwaZulu Natal and Gauteng regions. Crowds have this week clashed with police and ransacked shopping malls, […]
