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The European apparel market after the coronavirus pandemic

News | 24 August 2021
In 2020, the coronavirus pandemic disrupted the international fashion industry. But now, things are returning to normal…

Open talent platforms are the future of recruiting

News | 19 August 2021
Open talent platforms are the future way to recruit workers. They offer threats and opportunities for service providers…

Jordanian farmers experience success in Europe with Medjool dates

Story | 15 August 2021
Fruits grow well in the Jordan Valley. One product that is growing in popularity is the Medjool date. Jordanian farmers…

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Increased certified coffee consumption in Europe despite COVID-19 pandemic

News | 12 August 2021
Europe is the largest global market for certified coffee. In recent years, and during the pandemic, this market has…

Moldovan honey receives Superior Taste Award

News | 29 July 2021
In 2018, CBI launched the Agrofood Moldova project. This project focuses on helping Moldovan businesses that produce…
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Avocado oil is becoming more and more popular

News | 20 July 2021
Avocado oil is becoming more and more popular as a cosmetics ingredient. This is due to the growing consumer demand for…
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Youth inclusion project helps keep Rwandan coffee sector alive

Story | 15 July 2021
Rwanda has over 400,000 small-scale coffee growers. Most of these growers are ready to retire. But their children are…
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Dairy-related terms now allowed for dairy-free products

News | 13 July 2021
The European Parliament has decided not to pass Amendment 171. This means that, in Europe, dairy-free products can now…

The European Due Diligence Act

News | 01 July 2021
Responsible and sustainable business and fair treatment of all people in the supply chain are becoming very important…
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Industry warning about sterilisation residues in spices

News | 29 June 2021
Ethylene oxide gas has disinfectant properties. In some countries, factories use it to sterilise spices and packaging…
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Improving the welfare of animals in tourism

News | 23 June 2021
Wildlife holidays are very popular among European travellers. Seeing iconic animals in their natural habitats is often…