Europe news archive – Page 322
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ArticleAsh impact on food safety investigated
The volcanic eruption in Iceland has prompted the EFSA to take a close look at the possible ramifications for food and livestock
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ArticleVolcano crisis 'shows packaging value'
Linpac has said that food waste generated by the grounding of aircraft could have been avoided by correct food packaging choices
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ArticleKenya suffers from flight cancellations
Producers in the African country have been forced to dump tonnes of produce, as flights to Europe remain grounded
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ArticleBlue Skies reopens factories
Ready-to-eat produce importer takes advantage of easing of airfreight restrictions following volcanic ash crisis in Europe
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ArticleRelief as airlines reopen for business
As the volcanic ash cloud over Europe subsides, the week-long restrictions on air transport are being steadily removed
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ArticleIndustry events disrupted by volcano
Several events are set to be postponed or cancelled due to the ongoing disruption to air travel caused by Iceland's volcano
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ArticleLeading firms taking part in FRESH2010
Nevskaya and RGS confirm their participation in FRESH2010, which is due to take place on 13-15 April in St Petersburg, Russia
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ArticleRussian recovery brings fresh promise
Speakers at FRESH2010 in St Petersburg predict economic recovery will boost the market for imported fresh fruit and vegetables
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ArticleEU organic logo needs support
IFOAM EU group president Christopher Stopes has argued that the new organic logo requires investment to make it a success
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Policy-makers ask who needs the CAP?
National delegates of young farmer organisations from across Europe gathered in Brussels on 7-8 April at their general assembly and met with EU policymakers to address the issue of post-2013 Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reform.
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EU approves £20m UK farming crisis fund
A temporary UK scheme to grant limited amounts of aid of up to €15,000 (£13,214) to UK farmers affected by the economic crisis has been approved by the European Commission.
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ArticleChiquita announces Danone tie-up
Chiquita has formed a joint venture with Danone to market a range of fruit-based beverages in Europe
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Wonky produce ban proposals quashed
An attempted revolt against new laws on the sale of misshapen produce in the EU has failed, with a ban on such products averted.
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ArticleEuropean marketing standards appeal fails
Motion to reinstate ban on so-called 'wonky' produce defeated as MEPs concur on the protection of geographical indications
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ArticleDole plots steady growth in Europe
Eastern countries likely to feature prominently in group's expansion plans during the coming years, says head of Dole Europe
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EU forum raises food security concerns
The Forum for the Future of Agriculture (FFA2010) has called on European leaders to urgently tackle climate change and food security challenges ahead of fears over the widely referenced 2050 target.
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EU demands countries return cash
A total of €346.5 million (£305.2m) of EU farm money improperly spent by member states is being claimed back by the European Commission, with a significant chunk heading from the UK.
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Country of origin gets EU green light
Europe has moved a step closer to clear country-of-origin food labelling after lobbying from the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) in Brussels.
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ArticleEU orders repayment of farm funds
The EU is reportedly set to claw back some €346.5m of agricultural funds unduly spent by Member States
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ArticleCapespan predicts strong grape market
Prices in Europe "at levels not seen for many years" due to shortage of Chilean product and strong demand in other markets