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Gulf conflict threatens major disruption to fruit trade

2026-03-02T12:47:00+00:00By Mike Knowles

As shipping lines suspend operations, leading importer says conflict creates ‘big problem’ for international fresh produce suppliers

As shipping lines suspend operations, leading importer says conflict creates ‘big problem’ for international fresh produce suppliers

Several services rerouted around Africa as vessel crossings in the Strait of Hormuz are suspended

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