Citrus news archive – Page 234
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ArticleTozer - seeds on trial
Tozer Seeds recognises that the herb sector represents a key niche for its business. The company is trialing a host of variations of existing herbs, while Israeli company Genesis Seeds continues its research across various sites.
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ArticleConfidence is Golden
Renewed confidence in South Africa’s top fruit industry has translated into a grower-funded campaign for Golden, storage investment and new plantings and a unique and efficient system of supply. Emma Hatfield reports.
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Anecoop results bring cheer
Spanish exporter Anecoop has announced some record results at its recent agm.
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ArticleMarket demands Mor
MTex UK reports keen demand for its easy-peel Mor which kicked off its season last week.
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ArticleSchool scheme gets thumbs up
The National Diet and Nutrition Survey published in June 2000 made uncomfortable reading. One child in five ate no fruit whatsoever and since 1983 children’s consumption of fruit and vegetables had been in a continual state of decline. In response, the National School Fruit Scheme was launched with the aim of providing free school fruit to more than two million children between the ages of four to six by 2004. Emma Hatfield reports on its progress.
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FPC issues new waste guidelines
The new edition of the FPC Guide to the Packaging Waste Regulations, including an updated Ready Reckoner, is now complete.
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Lona signs Amanzi deal
South African citrus exporter Lona has concluded an agreement with Amanzi Citrus in the Sundays River Valley.
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ArticleTunisia targets UK market
The Tunisian fresh produce industry exhibited at Food & Drink Expo, and has singled the UK out as a target market for its citrus and vegetables.
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ArticleA fair chance
In just 10 years since its launch, Fairtrade has grown to accommodate more than 250 products. Emma Hatfield investigates the increasing role of fresh produce as ethical trading makes the leap from minority to mainstream.
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ArticleMorocco utilises strength in depth
Morocco continues to diversify through a range of products as it looks to strengthen its place in the UK market. As ever citrus takes a lead role in exports, but innovative growers are working hard to create new opportunities. John Broy reports.
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New apple strains before switch
While the retail trade is poised for the arrival of the southern hemisphere apple season, it was interesting this week to spot
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Eager market for off-season citrus
Citrus production in parts of South Africa is falling victim to weather and the biennial bearing effect this season while South American sources face a late start.
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Spanish citrus disease threat
Spanish citrus producers in Valencia are seeing their crops fall victim to a virulent fungus.
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ArticleFrosts strike Spain
Frosts on four consecutive nights this week are playing havoc with fruit trees and field crops in the Spanish regions of Valencia and Murcia.
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ArticleReefers make waves
Reefer shipping is once again making waves in the produce industry as technological advancements and increasing trade create a greater sense of buoyancy. Welcome news then for a sector that has long been warned against complacency. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleShamouti to shout about
The jury is out on Israeli Shamouti. Is it a historical variety with limited consumer appeal, or a valuable addition to the orange buyers’ portfolio? Escalating production costs have made this citrus fruit an increasingly unattractive option for growers, but there is still space on the retail shelves for this unique, distinctive fruit. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleLemons in size squeeze
Earlier drought conditions in Tucumán may make themselves felt on Argentinean lemon sizes and volume.
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ArticleIsraeli Citrus Board names new general manager
The Citrus Division of the newly formed Horticultural Production and Marketing Board, in Israel, has named its first general manager.
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ArticleChilean citrus link up
The Chilean Fresh Fruit Association has signed a co-operation agreement with the national citrus growers association (ACC).
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ArticleOr easy-peel meets eager market
The UK office of Mehadrin Tnuport Export (MTex) has welcomed the first arrivals of Jaffa branded Or easy-peelers.