Exotic fruit news archive – Page 73
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ArticleOn the road to recovery
Mangoes have not had an easy time of it since the recession hit the UK, but the market for the mainstream exotic is showing some signs of recovery. Anna Sbuttoni finds out more from growers and exporters in some of the major sources.
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ArticleDEFRA creates food miles storm
The food miles debate that has seen imported produce go head to head with UK products over their sustainability credentials has flared up again, after a new government report questioned how well domestic product matches up.
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ArticleAll eyes on the Western front
When FPJ visited the brand-new Western International site on the first day of trading last year, there was a mixed reaction to the relocation and a row over the timing of the move cast a pall over what should have been a positive day. But 12 months on, traders are settling into their new home and tackling the recession head on, as Laura Gould finds out.
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ArticleMelon moments
Not quite the exotic they were once thought of as, melons are gradually making their way into the average UK consumer’s shopping basket, despite the economic downturn. Elizabeth O’Keefe visited Parma, Italy, to meet leading players in the global melon industry at this month’s International Melon Days 2009 and find out more.
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ArticleFlat season for southern hemisphere citrus
South Africa has dominated the citrus market in the last three months, but trade has remained fairly flat. Promotions have kept sales steady - however, easy peelers continue to drive the only real growth in the category. Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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All the news from Fruit Logistica 2009
Full round-up of stories from the world's leading fresh produce industry trade fair
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ArticleExotics traders in positive frame of mind for summer
The onset of summer has found the exotics sector in decent spirits, with prices strong and consumers looking to supplement the fruit bowl staples. The sector hopes this buoyant mood will continue as supplies remain plentiful. Alex Lawson reports.
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ArticleAgrexco pomegranate campaign underway
The group's first shipment of the fruit leaves Israel today, kicking off an export campaign that could total 6,500 tonnes
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ArticleBrazilian papayas set for crop recovery
Volume should pick up during late summer when production gets back on track following poor weather conditions
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ArticleIndian pomegranates arrive in UK
The first pomegranates from a new partnership to bring the exotic fruit into the UK and Europe from India have arrived.
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Window Food scheme unveiled
Amid high food prices and concern about sustainable food, a new National Trust initiative launches today, challenging urbanites to transform their windowsills into beautiful vegetable gardens.
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ArticleWarming to change
The recession may have taken some of the heat off the issue of climate change, but it is still firmly on the agenda. With the recent release of UK climate projections and the government proposing funds to help developing countries deal with climate change, the fresh produce sector is being urged to adapt to this significant challenge. Doris Lee Butterworth investigates
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ArticleAgrexco’s Bursa figs head for Europe
Israeli exporter Agrexco has revealed that its first shipments of Bursa figs are on their way to Europe
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ArticleExploring Sussex
Sussex has a varied mix of both niche growers producing fresh produce for local markets and independent shops and large-scale businesses serving the national market. Elizabeth O’Keefe visits the region to explore how fresh produce businesses are diversifying in a changing marketplace.
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ArticlePomegranate traceability up in Maharashtra
Maharashtra’s new pomegranate traceability system will see more exports in the coming season
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ArticleFruit World ships first pomegranates
FreshAcres Agri India, the joint venture between Fruit World Breda and Naturefresh Logistics, has exported its first pomegranates to Europe
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Coastline Produce hosts school visit
As part of an initiative to help create enthusiasm and healthy eating, St Joseph’s School in Christchurch, Bournemouth, came up with the Funky Food and Healthy Eating campaign and asked Coastline Produce to get involved.
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ArticleRunway or another
As the UK’s largest cargo-handling airport and a hub for produce coming into Europe, Heathrow has long been at the forefront of the perishables import business. But with concerns rising over the environment, costs and the site’s local impact, Alex Lawson visits some key produce players to see how they are coping through difficult times.
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ArticleAn Israeli summer basket
A feast of Israeli summer lines will hit the UK in volume from next week. This season, the major players are determined to make the most of their export window, overcome the exchange rate and maintain their long-standing relationships with the UK market. Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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Aila storm hits mangoes
Cyclone Aila, which struck West Bengal at the end of last month, has caused severe damage to Indian mangoes in the region.