All Europe articles – Page 93
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NewsBlue Whale says Candine ready to pack
The first Candine apples of the season are ready for packing, according to Blue Whale’s Mehdi Benaissia, who says the variety is perfect for the Asian market
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NewsLess than a third of children can identify beetroot or courgette, survey shows
Research suggests growing fruit and veg at school could be best way to introduce children to a more varied diet
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NewsAmerican dreams
A new transatlantic logistics service is gearing up to transport EU fresh produce from the Port of Antwerp to Pennsylvania, as Benelux exporters eye niche trade opportunities in certain vegetable categories
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NewsWatercress industry bids farewell to pioneer Malcolm Isaac
Former boss of Hampshire Watercress and Vitacress Sales launched UK’s first pre-packed salad and persuaded M&S to run its first-ever TV advert for food
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NewsLidl named best produce discounter at Fruitnet event
Retailer picks up consumer-voted award for eighth time and reaffirms commitment to local sourcing and organic fruit and veg
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NewsFyffes research highlights pineapple storage failings
More than 80 per cent of consumers fail to store pineapples correctly, eating them later than is optimal, the group finds
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NewsGPG and F2 secure new UC Davis strawberry licences
Renowned US breeding centre has reached new international agreements with UK-based Global Plant Genetics and Mexican group Fresa Fortaleza
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NewsUnitec back up and running after ‘sea of mud’ floods headquarters
Last week’s flood in Emilia-Romagna caused widespread disruption to the technology company’s entire production facility in Lugo
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NewsDriscoll’s marks UK brand launch with ‘Devoted to Delicious’ campaign
Driscoll’s officially launches its brand in UK retail sector following acquisition of Berry Gardens Limited in 2022
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NewsInterfel brings Olympic spirit to Fruit Attraction
Under the theme “Olympicnic”, the French association to offer games, tastings and showcookings at the fair
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NewsEU’s Green Deal an “opportunity” for Morocco
At a conference in Agadir on 20 September, Morocco’s minister of agriculture called the need for exporters to adapt to new sustainability challenges an “opportunity” rather than a constraint
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NewsCitrosol showcases revolutionary CATsystem at Fruit Attraction
Innovative system allows for a more constant concentration of fungicides, disinfectants and food additives.
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NewsUS could ‘run out of bananas’ as port strike looms
Major disruption to imports expected if port workers’ union follows up on threat to take industrial action from 1 October
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NewsCocaine discovered in banana boxes at German discount chain
Latest discovery follows similar recent incidents at Grand Frais in eastern France and Lidl in Berlin and Brandenberg
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NewsCultipalta inaugurates new packhouse
State-of-the-art facility specialises in the ripening, selection, packaging and distribution of avocados and mangoes
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NewsSpain’s fresh produce exports rise in 2024
Fruit and vegetable exports increase in volume and value through January-July, while the country also imports more fresh produce
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NewsTech exists to decarbonise now, says Thermo King
Company representatives at UK event urge cold chain operators to embrace electrification and hybridisation without delay
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NewsSBTi green-lights Kubo’s emission reduction plan
Dutch greenhouse firm takes major step forward as it seeks to cut direct and indirect gas emissions from its business
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NewsFull programme announced for Fruitnet Citrus Congress
Take a fresh look at citrus with Fruitnet’s expert speakers on 5-6 November in Valencia
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NewsPrecision pollination project aims to boost strawberry yield and quality
Ground-breaking project involving UK Agri-Tech Centre, Angus Soft Fruits and Polybee tackles pollination challenges in polytunnels and glasshouses