The apple and pear season began a few weeks ago, and there are many challenges ahead. As a rule of thumb, the RSA apple and pear industries are stable, showing small yet constant growth. This growth is mainly due to replanting new varieties with better yields. However, it is anticipated that apples and pears will experience a decline in export figures for the 2023 season. Apple exports are expected to decrease by 5 percent to 43.19 million cartons, and pear exports are predicted … [Read more...] about Fresh From the Field: South Africa Apple and Pear Season
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‘Super Seafood’ winners unveiled at the Sustainable Seafood Awards
ALDI, Austral and Mars Petcare awarded for their commitment to certified sustainable seafood. The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), an international non-profit on a mission to end overfishing by setting standards for sustainable fishing and supply chain assurance, today announced the winners of the annual Sustainable Seafood Awards Australia, run in partnership with the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC). Coinciding with Sustainable Seafood Week starting 27 March, a campaign to raise … [Read more...] about ‘Super Seafood’ winners unveiled at the Sustainable Seafood Awards
Certified Origins Launches Newly Certified Roman Origin Protected Extra Virgin Olive Oil in China for the First Time
"We are very glad to be the first launching the Roma PGI in China with our retail partners," says Alessandro Ingravalle, GM at Certified Origins China. "This is part of our, and our partners, effort to increase the offer of certified EVOOs in the Chinese market: whether it is an organic certification or an authentic origin one (if not both at the same time), our goal is not only guarantee to consumers the highest quality and taste, but also help them in understanding the product and facilitate … [Read more...] about Certified Origins Launches Newly Certified Roman Origin Protected Extra Virgin Olive Oil in China for the First Time
