All articles by Dominic Weaver – Page 4
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Under 40s finalise conference location
The biennial Under 40s fruit growers conference will take place in Bologna, Italy, early in 2003.
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Capespan begins Turkish business
South African supplier Capespan this week starts a volume offer of Turkish citrus to the UK market, a product of ongoing development of 12-month supplies from the company.
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New Israeli venture brings strength to Jaffa brand
Mehadrin Tnuport Export, the company formed from the merger of the two largest names in Israeli citrus, unveils UK marketing structure.
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Court pesticides ruling is victory for UK growers
The National Farmers Union welcomes Court of Appeal judgement that gives more flexibility over import of pesticides.
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FSA to review food assurance schemes
The Food Standards Agency announces a "wide-ranging" review of food assurance schemes, after research suggests consumers have a low understanding of them.
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NFU backs BPC levy rise
The National Farmers Union says it will support proposals to increase the British Potato Council annual levy to £40 a hectare.
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Checkmate ready to audit Eurep-Gap
Certification body Checkmate International is now fully qualified to carry out inspection services for the European Retailer Produce Working Group's GAP programme.
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Tesco sets ambitious targets for organics
Tesco wants organics sales to grow to £1 billion in five years. Farmers Unions say producers need support.
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Game for the staff
A food industry support organisation has launched a health and safety computer game to help employees learn the pitfalls of working in the sector.
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Produce gets new Disney brand
A new 12-month range of fruit for children is to be launched on Monday in Waitrose. After an initial period of exclusivity, the brand will be available to all supermarkets.
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FPC event returns to conventional location
The Fresh Produce Consortium convention is to be held in London next year. Update on the activities of the FPC.
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Pesticide jobs on offer
Defra seeks applicants for positions in the advisory committee on pesticides and for the chair of the pesticides forum.
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Importers look to improve upon record Sharon figures
The new Sharon fruit season begins in the UK with hopes high for further increases in consumption.
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Eurep accredits first certification bodies
The first three certification bodies are accredited against the Eurep-Gap standard for fruit and vegetables.
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HDC calls for election nominees
The Horticultural Development Council is seeking nominations for its forthcoming sector panel elections.
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Yet more research to support produce health claims
Studies in both the UK and the US provide further evidence that fruit and vegetables are good for us.
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IGD scheme for SainsburyÕs
Retailer SainsburyÕs is signing up some of its best management potential to a new training scheme from the IGD.
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Kriel promotes brand values
Louis Kriel, consultant to South Africa's Orange River Producer Alliance, speaks out about the dire need for a stronger identity for produce.
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HRI makes top fruit appointment
Horticulture Research International recruits David Johnson as its top fruit commodity specialist, following the retirement of Dr Tony Webster.
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Interim proftis up at Geest
Geest releases results for the year to June 30, showing an increase of 11 per cent on the previous year.