All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 219
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ArticleHealth and preference spurs for grapes
There is no denying the popularity of grapes with consumers, a simple look at the figures shows how much the category has climbed in the last few years.
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ArticleMinding the gaps
The key issue when it comes to the supply of grapes is cutting out air freight, says Neil Denny, from Richard Hochfeld Group.While the grape supply calendar has settled down over the last three to four years, through the hard work of suppliers to even out the flow of product throughout the 52 weeks of the year, there remain some sticky points, and the industry is determined to iron them out says Denny.
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ArticleThe lost art
While the debate continues over the merits of punnets versus bags in the grape sector, there are some in the industry who think we should head back to the drawing board when it come to merchandising grapes. Ed Bedington reports.
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ArticleSun World shines on
Sun World International, California grower and operator of the world’s largest fruit breeding programme, underwent a change of ownership in 2005. Senior vice president David Marguleas tells Tommy Leighton that the company has thrived on change and is ready to move forward at pace.
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ArticlePackaging policies
The quality and presentation of fresh produce is paramount to its saleability and, as such, millions of pounds are spent on the research and development of packaging each year. Emma Twyning finds out what the latest trends are, and why consumers need to watch their step in supermarket grape aisles.
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ArticleThe best in Reserv
Grapes are big business for Gomez, accounting for a quarter of the Kent-based importer’s total business according to md Jim Parmenter.
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ArticleHuxley’s price warning
The increasing focus on price in grapes could end up undermining what has become a major category within the fresh produce sector, Sainsbury’s is warning. Ed Bedington reports.
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ArticleSweet for Grapa
Israeli grape breeder Grapa, which has its administrative base in Cyprus, has become more prominent in the UK in the last 12 months through the introduction of its Grapaes variety. The secret to the grape’s success is held within its name - but it was the former rather than the latter part of that which got supermarket suppliers in the UK standing up and taking note. There was a discernible gap in the market for a consistent performing early variety, and Early Sweet™ fits that bill very well, reports Tommy Leighton.
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ArticleCategory gets Asda-fied
Asda is broadening its offer on grapes, while maintaining its focus on keeping prices as low as possible - a combination which is certainly paying off. Ed Bedington reports.
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ArticleSATI sets out stall
It is 12 months since the South African table grape industry body, SATI, was established and senior members are reporting a successful first year. Emma Twyning finds out how far the industry body has come, and where it hopes to go in its second year.
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ArticleHigh expectations for Chinese production
Grapes may soon follow in the footsteps of apples and pears as producers bid to cause a stir. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleChile finds identity
Chile is hoping to build upon its reputation for top-quality grapes with the launch of some new, patented varieties. Elspeth Waters visited one of the country’s main breeding centres to witness the latest developments.
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ArticleEgypt’s grand designs
Egyptian producers have forged strong relationships with their UK partners in a relatively short space of time and many feel that they are only at the beginning of a mutually beneficial partnership.
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ArticlePeru sees gap-filling success for Ica Valley
The South American table grape producer is starting to make serious waves in the UK. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleCalifornia counts on Crimson
The red seedless variety could open up opportunities for exporters looking to widen their window of opportunity. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more.
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ArticleMexico Europe-bound
Mexico is rapidly improving its position on the world grape stage and is keen to establish itself in European markets. Anthony Garvey reports.
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ArticleBigger than bananas
The Irish grape market is exploding as consumer taste for seedless fruit continues to grow. Anthony Garvey takes a look at how the industry is meeting that demand.
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ArticleIndia answers critics
As producers look to increase their export volumes, a growing commitment to safeguarding grape production should stand the industry in good stead.
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Centralising fortunes in Europe
The rising prominence of the grape category in the UK over recent years has undoubtedly spelt good news for European producers, with Italian, Spanish and Greek grapes each helping to fill the UK retailer’s shelves during the summer and early autumn months. Emma Twyning talks to some of the UK’s biggest importers to find out how things stand in Europe’s main grape producing countries.