Belgium: BelOrta boosts tomato production by 70%
Belgian cooperative BelOrta has increased tomato production in a bid toĀ secure longer availability andĀ meet demand over the fall and winter.Ā
Increasing production by 70%, the cultivation of Flandria-branded tomatoes now covers 36 hectares.
Production is getting a boostĀ to keep pace with orders from European markets, which want a continuous supply throughout the year.
Ā"This year-round supply of locally grown produce adds value to trade,"ĀĀ a companyĀ spokesman says in a statement sent toĀ www.freshfruitportal.com.
"ĀThe extensive and diverse tomato offerings will enrich the already ample BelOrta range so that our customers can continue to purchase fresh fruit and vegetables at one location.Ā"
BelOrta is supplying seven varieties this winter; Prince (loose tomato), Princess (large vine), Elite (vine), Baron (robust beef tomato), Prunella (vine), Mini Star and Cherry Star (cocktail/cherry tomatoes).