Berries news archive – Page 155
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ArticleThe unsung brands of Britain’s wholesale trade
A brand can carve out a strong reputation, gain a loyal following and command a premium, but well-known fresh produce names are less apparent in the wholesale arena than they are in the rest of the grocery market. However, as Anna Sbuttoni reports, behind the scenes, brands built specifically for wholesale have become the backbone of the trade
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ArticleFlorida receives strawberry disease grant
Researchers at the University of Florida have received USDA funding to expand efforts to forecast disease outbreaks
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ArticleCalifornia Giant opens Chile office
Company representative heads south as part of long-term commitment to Chilean blueberry programme
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ArticleChile predicts further rapid growth
Chilean Blueberry Committee revises upwards this season’s forecast amid solid expectations for future exports
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ArticleBlueberries from the South hit ITV
The Blueberries from the South television advertising campaign has started to coincidewith the first arrivals of South American blueberries into the UK.
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ArticleSecond blueberry campaign underway
Marketing initiative to promote South American blueberries in Europe begins with UK television advertising drive
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ArticleAustralia blueberries look to India and China
Australian blueberry exporters are paying more attention to growing demand in India and China
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ArticleNew berry varieties to debut at PMA
Well-Pict Berries will showcase two new varieties it has developed to produce large, late-season fruit
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ArticlePlanasa launches Mexican venture
Spanish fruit breeder launches Planamerica to develop new berry varieties for Mexican producers
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ArticleAirfreight industry takes off after a turbulent year
It has been a colourful 12 months for those who rely on flying fresh produce into the UK, with rising prices, strikes and a tax rethink topped off with a natural disaster in the shape of the Iceland volcanic ash cloud that famously grounded the sector back in April. Anna Sbuttoni asks what’s next for this fast-moving business
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ArticleMexico readies for berry congress
Biennial event to take place in November aims to steer Mexico’s berry sector development in line with global requirements
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ArticlePurple potatoes arrive in Sainsbury's
Potatoes have been the talk of the town this week as the UK’s first purple variety went into Sainsbury’s stores.
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ArticleChile hints at China market opening
China could shortly receive its first blueberries from Chile as the South American nation targets further expansion in Asia
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Asda’s direct approach leaves fresh produce industry talking
A year after Asda completed the buyout of International Produce Ltd, Michael Barker catches up with IPL managing director Nick Scrase to discuss direct supply, grower returns and why other supermarkets are eyeing up the Asda model
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ArticleStrawberry warning issued over aphids
Strawberry growers are being advised to use autumn clean up sprays of Calypso to prevent aphid infestation next spring.
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Blueberry boom imminent
Production and exports of blueberries from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay are tipped to climb again this season.
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ArticleArgentinean blueberries maintain performance
Output from Argentina’s three main production regions is expected to be on a par with last season, according to new data.
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ArticleFurther growth for South America
Production and exports of blueberries from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay are tipped to climb again this season
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ArticleArgentina releases blueberry forecast
Output from the country’s three main production regions is expected to be on a par with last season
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ArticleGrowth set for Australian berry sector
Raspberry and blackberry production in Australia is forecast to double over the next five years as demand rises