Berries news archive – Page 175
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ArticleM&S debuts wonder berry
A home-grown wonder berry that has three times as many antioxidants as blueberries is to go on sale for the first time in the UK at Marks & Spencer.
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ArticleGrowers hail cranberry comeback
Massachusetts cranberry growers are voicing their optimism - hailing this year's cranberry crop as possibly the best for nine years.
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ArticlePrices unclear for Latin blues
An anticipated increase in production this season could impact negatively on prices achieved in Europe and the US
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ArticlePrice concerns for Latin blueberries
An anticipated increase in production this season could impact negatively on prices achieved in the US and Europe
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ArticleU40s signing up for Leipzig experience
With five months to go before the 20th Under 40s conference in Leipzig, Germany, industry support is strong and the organising committee has a full programme planned for delegates.
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ArticleGooseberries nobody's fool
Gooseberries have been the surprise success of the summer soft-fruit crop this year, some retailers and suppliers report.
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ArticleRecruiters work smarter to beat crunch
Securing the right person for a specialist job in the fresh produce sector can be an exact science that takes time, effort and investment. As the current economic climate continues to throw up challenges, Doris Lee Butterworth interviews fresh produce recruitment agencies about their upcoming plans.
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ArticleUruguay unites blues organisations
The creation of umbrella group Uproa marks a new step forward for Uruguay’s burgeoning blueberry industry
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ArticleUruguay unites blueberry organisations
The creation of umbrella group Uproa marks a new step forward for Uruguay’s burgeoning blueberry industry
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ArticlePrice crash mars SH blueberry season
Southern Hemisphere suppliers suffered a major downturn in prices last season following low temperatures
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ArticlePlums duffed by frost
The British plum season is just beginning, with a vastly reduced crop on offer.
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Article'Historic' moment for Californian berries
The authorities in China have allowed the first ever shipment of Californian strawberries to enter the Olympic Village
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ArticleWalmart food safety expert joins Naturipe
Michael Bentel has been appointed as the company's new director of food safety and quality assurance
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ArticleNew technical director at Sant'Orsola
Leading Italian soft fruit specialist appoints former academic to identify improved production methods and better varieties
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ArticleCapab re-elects Alejandro Casado
Alejandro Casado retains his position as chairman of the Argentinean berry producers’ association
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ArticleLAN mulls investment in Argentine hub
The region of Tucumán is set to become a fruit export centre if a strategic venture with airline LAN comes into fruition
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ArticleA labour of love
Labour issues have come to a head across the fresh produce industry this year, following restrictions on seasonal migrant workers and the combination of a number of factors that have squeezed the supply of temporary workers. The industry has repeatedly warned that, if left unchecked, the shortfalls could spell disaster. But what can the trade do to help itself? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticleNiche lines in for bumpy ride as credit crunch bites
The exotics sector is experiencing its usual summer lull - but insiders believe the situation has been exacerbated this year by poor weather across the UK, and consumers tightening their purse strings. Laura Gould reports.
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ArticleEMR launches Strawberry Breeding Club
Twelve major industry players have raised nearly £1 million to fund the newly launched East Malling Research (EMR) Strawberry Breeding Club.
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ArticleUruguay projects blueberry export hike
Shipments to the US could reach 1,500 tonnes this season, compared with just 120 tonnes in 2007