All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 6
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ArticleSteady rise in Dutch veg production
New figures suggest vegetable growers in the Netherlands now producing around one-third more than in 2001
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ArticlePVGA arrives in new premises
The Processed Vegetables Growers' Association (PVGA) has relocated after 42 years in its premises.
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ArticleNFU consults as UK trade plays horticultural ‘roulette’
The NFU is mounting a campaign to address escalating costs and diminishing margins in “the roulette wheel of horticulture”.
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ArticleCamposol chief executive resigns
The boss of large-scale Peruvian exporter Camposol has resigned.
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ArticleTop line-up unveiled for FPJ South West event
There’s still time to sign up for the FPJ Conferences - South West event in Bristol on 3 November.
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ArticlePortas backs markets as review draws closer
Creating and maintaining retail markets in town centres could be made considerably easier following retail guru Mary Portas’ review of the high street.
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ArticleProduce World awards employee gongs
The first ever Pride of Produce World events have recognised some outstanding employees at the company.
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ArticleEuropean price-fixing cartel discovered
The European Commission has announced its discovery that Chiquita and Belgian importer Pacific Fruit operated a price-fixing cartel in southern Europe between July 2004 and April 2005.
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ArticleHazeldene and Parripak owner lands prize
The owner of suppliers Hazeldene and Parripak has won gold in the Good Employer category of this year’s Food and Drink Federation Awards.
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ArticleFyffes buys back more of own shares
Fyffes has bought back a significant quantity of its own shares for the second time in 12 months, suggesting that the company continues to see its current share price as undervalued.
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Bakkavör expands Caledonian Produce
Convenience specialist Caledonian Produce is to undergo a major expansion plan.
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ArticleRetailers urged to plan produce resources
UK supermarkets need to understand the challenges of the weather and plan resource sourcing, the IGD has warned.
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ArticleFresh produce champions at IGD awards
Two fresh produce firms came out on top at the annual IGD Food Industry Awards last week.
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ArticleMorrisons gives away cash
Morrisons is to give away cash in store as part of a multi-million pound competition in order to get more shoppers through the door.
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ArticleFruit prices fall as Asda makes cuts
The price war on groceries has intensified as Asda has announced it is to slash the price of thousands of lines.
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ArticleSainsbury's reports bumper British crop
Sainsbury’s has announced that it expects to sell more than 5,000 tonnes of British vegetables this autumn, while greater volumes of topfruit will also be available after an unseasonally warm September and October.
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ArticleIPL profits rise after Asda deal
International Produce Ltd has reported a fourfold rise in profits as Asda increases the level of produce it buys through its direct sourcing arm.
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ArticleAsda signs up to carbon tracking scheme
Asda has become the latest company to join an industry-led, voluntary scheme to measure and ultimately reduce carbon dioxide emissions from lorries and vans.
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European pallet campaign launched
The European Federation of Wooden Pallet and Packaging manufacturers (FEFPEB) has announced a new PR campaign to promote wood as the raw material of choice for pallets and packaging.
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JD Cooling Systems lands gong
Fresh produce refrigeration specialist JD Cooling Systems was recognised for its support of young people at a recent awards ceremony.