Banana news archive – Page 89
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‘Supercharged’ veg and dazzling fruit
There’s no sign that produce retailing is running short of new descriptions to tempt customers, particularly when
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ArticleAsda finds path to exotic success
The recent decline in the exotic market is showing signs of slowing down, and amid that, Asda has achieved strong growth with a shifting emphasis on the way it sells in the category
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ArticleGreening the banana industry
Already one of the world’s biggest banana producers, Costa Rica is aiming to raise its profile and win over consumers by becoming fully sustainable. Lisa Kjellsson reports from the Global Banana Congress in San José
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ArticleChina gets strict on Philippine bananas
China tightens quarantine inspections on Philippine bananas and suspends imports from shipper Sumifru after pest interception
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ArticleBanana growers seek Iran alternative
Philippine banana growers are being urged to seek alternative markets to Iran
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ArticleRussian banana prices soar
The bankruptcy of JFC has seen banana prices jump by over 50 per cent, according to reports in Russia
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ArticleMixed picture for Fairtrade sales
Sales of Fairtrade bananas rose six per cent in 2011, but other fruit lines suffered a 22 per cent year-on-year sales slump.
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ArticleCo-op to source only Fairtrade bananas
UK retailer says move 'could be a blueprint for feeding the world’s growing population'
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Fresh Jamaican banana hope
Jamaica’s farm minister Roger Clarke has said that moving the country’s banana industry forward is a top priority.
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Co-op goes 100 per cent Fairtrade on bananas
The Co-operative has announced that it is moving over to 100 per cent Fairtrade in its banana business.
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ArticleIran sanctions hurt Philippines producers
The most recent round of US-led sanctions on Iran are hurting Philippine banana and pineapple exports to the country
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ArticleFoodservice group appoints ethical ambassadors for Fairtrade Fortnight
As Fairtrade Fortnight fast approaches, foodservice giants the Compass Group are appointing Fair Trade Ambassadors to highlight the importance of ethical sourcing.
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ArticleA fresh approach to frozen food
In the current economic climate frozen food is experiencing a renaissance, with sales figures growing every year. Lisa Kjellsson looks at the factors behind the category’s success
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ArticlePeruvian banana exports on upward curve
Latest figures show country saw growth of 24 per cent in 2011, led by demand in the Netherlands
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ArticleEmerging Giants
Outside of the established export powerhouses, a number of other countries are starting to make a name for themselves. Liz Bonsall, a research analyst at Promar International, reports
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ArticleTaking Fairtrade a step forward
Ahead of this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight, Chloe Ryan examines how the movement has withstood the economic crisis and asks what is in store for 2012
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ArticleGroup opposes expansion in Philippines
New alliance aims to prevent expansion of banana and pineapple plantations in the Allah River Valley in South Cotabatao
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ArticleCanaries outline export plans
Banana exporters say entry into German market is only first step towards wider export expansion
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ArticleEthiopia ships first organic bananas
For the first time, Ethiopia has begun exporting organic bananas, with 40 tonnes shipped to Saudi Arabia.
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ArticlePassion for veg
Heather Mills has got a packed schedule with her food commitments and training for an appearance at the 2014 Winter Paralympics. Lisa Kjellsson finds out more