All Flowers articles – Page 67
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ArticlePIP sounds for Kenya
Last week’s article on the Pesticides Initiative Programme (PIP) provided an overview of the aims of the COLEACP efforts to enhance agricultural practices in African and Caribbean producer nations. Tommy Leighton went to one of the region’s leading fresh produce exporting countries, Kenya, and reports on the feelings of industry representatives towards the effects of European regulations and demands on the local industry.
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ArticleStepac provides scientific answer
In this week’s focus on packaging Stepac reveals scientific research results, Amcor discusses improvement in modified atmosphere packaging, Prepack Systems unveils its D-pack and Leading Edge continues to drive retailer promotions.
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BRC reports March sales growth
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) reports a rise of 1.3 per cent on a like-for-like basis in retail sales and a 4.4 per cent rise on a total basis for the year ending March 2004.
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Hortic Express receives award
Horticultural importer and multiple sector Hortic Express has been awarded a 2004 WorldStar award for horticultural packaging innovation and design.
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M&S shares plunge
Marks and Spencer shares plunged following the company’s announcement of disastrous sales figures.
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ArticleThree more sponsors get Re:freshed
Three more sponsors have teamed up with Fresh Produce Journal, Highbury Nexus and the FPC to support the inaugural Re:fresh Conference and Awards.
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ArticleDubai moves to centre
A new $50 million flower and perishables centre in Dubai is being touted as the new hub for the global perishables trade. Tommy Leighton reports
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ArticlePokon and Chrysal launches UK susidiary
Flowercare specialist Pokon & Chrysal has launched a UK subsidiary.
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ArticleMadonna makes Easter appearance
Israeli researchers have successfully managed, for the first time, to prepare the flowering of the rare white Madonna lily in time for Easter.
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Interflora sale looks imminent
The independence of Interflora, the florist network, is in the balance
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ArticleAgrexco enjoys vegetable growth
Agrexco's vegetable exports are spiralling upward and the Israeli exporter has plans to grow the category still further.
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ArticleDubai could become centre of produce world
A new $50 million flower and perishables centre in Dubai is being touted as the new hub for the global perishables trade.
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ArticleKenyan horticulture industry gets auditing assistance
Kenya's fresh produce exporters will get government support to access and retain their share of the heavily regulated European Union (EU) markets.
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ArticleSomerfield and Leading Edge team up for Mother's Day
Somerfield has announced a range of themed in-store activities for Mothering Sunday.
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ArticleLingarden team expands
Lingarden has announced the appointment of two new members to its growing team.
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Plants for People programme supports science week
The Plants for People programme is using this year's National Science Week as an opportunity to educate children and their parents.
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ArticleTry another flavour
Burgeoning retail interest has guaranteed UK tomatoes a bigger slice of shelf space this season, while ongoing varietal developments keep growers ahead of shifting consumer demand. Emma Hatfield reports.
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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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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.