Berries news archive – Page 181
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ArticleU40s pick Leipzig for 20th outing
The 20th U40s Fruit Growers’ Conference will be held in Leipzig, Germany, at the beginning of February 2009.
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ArticleEgypt establishes presence
Egyptian berries and citrus are key to filling a growing window in the UK market with high-quality fruit, and the source is more attractive than ever. Anna Sbuttoni reports
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ArticleEthiopian strawberries hit premium market
The first line of premium strawberries to come out of Ethiopia was unveiled this week.
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ArticleA Fresca way of thinking
It has been a hectic two years for Fresca Group. Since its formation in 2005, a number of high-profile acquisitions have already been stashed under its belt and with one or two more unusual projects still up its sleeve, things are clearly not set to slow down anytime soon. Laura Gould talks to the company about its strategies, strengths and plans for the future.
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Deck the aisles with berries, avocados and salads
We are not yet into December, but there are already crackers and mulled wine popping up around fresh produce departments and
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ArticleMike Taylor dies, aged 69
Mike Taylor, director of Flamingo Holdings and best known as the man whose face represented Marks & Spencer’s fresh produce and food divisions for more than 30 years, died this morning, aged 69.
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ArticlePoupart cherry deal goes through
The Poupart Group has completed its acquisition of specialist cherry importer and distributor Norton Folgate Marketing Ltd (NFML).
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ArticlePolytunnel breakthrough in Herefordshire
A breakthrough in the debate on planning permission for polytunnels will see Herefordshire Council redefine its policy requiring automatic planning permission for the temporary structures on both existing and new sites.
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ArticleChile backs the blues
In an exclusive interview with FPJ, Jorge Bawlitza Muñoz of Entrerios Farms explains why he anticipates growth opportunities in the UK for Chilean blueberries.
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ArticleBerries shine in southern hemisphere
UK-based berry producers have long known the value of offering year-round berries, and with key southern-hemisphere producers ramping up their volumes, exciting times are ahead. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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Shift works my fascination
I must admit to a certain fascination when it comes to the reasons behind the shifting patterns of horticultural production.
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Argentinean berry area spirals
Area under blueberry production in the north-western Argentinean area of Tucuman is forecast to rise again this season.
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DLV to open UK subsidiary in 2008
Leading Dutch advisory body DLV Plant is to open a subsidiary in the UK on January 1, 2008.
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ArticleTwenty years for Poupart Four
Twenty years is a long time in fresh produce, as many veterans of the industry will undoubtedly agree. Most might also agree that 20 minutes would be a long time to work with three members of their own family. But at Poupart, four members of the Olins clan have just celebrated two decades of working together harmoniously, and with a considerable degree of success. They talked to Tommy Leighton.
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ArticleBlackberries lead UK berry season
British berry sales at UK supermarkets this season have jumped to more than £282 million, up 10.9 per cent on last year, according to industry body British Summer Fruits (BSF).
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ArticleStrawberry gap looms
The next two weeks are likely to see a decline in strawberry availability and some strong pricing.
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ArticlePublic inquiry for strawberry grower
A public inquiry into planning permission for polytunnels at a medium-sized farm in Herefordshire is set to open next week.
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ArticleCranberry juice on top in virus study
The health benefits of cranberry juice may even extend to protecting against viruses, a new study has found.
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Fresh produce functions as healthy option
Greg Mann, general manager for business development at New Zealand-based HortResearch, told the Healthy Food Summit in London last week that fruit is a key ingredient in the functional food sector. Earlier, he talked to Anna Sbuttoni about emerging trends.