All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 255
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ArticleCypriots adapt to free market
The Republic of Cyprus’ ascension to the European Union brings changes to the mechanics of the potato market, as the 40-year monopoly position of the Cyprus Potato Marketing Board ends, to be replaced by a free market, writes Anabella de Sousa.
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ArticleBlonde and Starlette - Princely potatoes
Expectations are high for French new potatoes this year as Prince de Bretagne continues to develop its pre and post harvesting techniques. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleAgrexco thrives on quality supply
The Israeli potato season has come to an end now, having started in early December with new potatoes and finishing in July with new season main crop.
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ArticlePreserved for prosperity
The cooperative Agrico is one of the biggest potato companies in the world. Each year it produces more than one million tonnes of potatoes, divided between seed and ware. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleConnecting offer to customer demand
New Covent Garden catering supplier Chef’s Connection has taken an additional two units in the market to enhance its cool chain control and above all provide the perfect environment for storing potatoes for its wide-ranging network of clients in London. Tommy Leighton reports.
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ArticleThe chips are up thanks to the BPC
A 2002 study ‘An Investigative approach into the Foodservice Market’ was commissioned by the British Potato Council to provide a better understanding into the UK foodservice market and to identify what input if any the BPC should have within this sector. While an updated report is in the offing, this is the latest in-depth survey of potential for UK producers in this sector. Tommy Leighton reports on the BPC’s response to one of its recommendations.
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ArticleJoined-up approach benefits chain
Branston is keen to emphasise the link between grower, packer and retailer. It is now asking its growers to play a bigger part in checking the quality of material that reaches its factories, and in some cases, this has extended to seasonal on-farm packing. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleBudgens perfects spud mix
With healthy sales of prepared potato products, Budgens is focussing on convenience and the meal solution concept as it aims to make fresh potatoes more appealing to consumers. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleSomerfield supports British spuds in-store
Somerfield is currently growing its potato business in terms of both volume and value. The supermarket’s category buyer Pat Lees explained to John Broy the need for good supplier relationships and the importance of developing new potato products.
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ArticleLocal knowledge pays off for JS
A revolutionary approach to local sourcing and direct delivery of new potatoes to store has proved extremely successful for Sainsbury’s and its supplier base this year. Tommy Leighton talks to potato buyer Derek Benjamin about the 2004 Local First for Fresh Initiative.
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On-line testing saves cash
A hi-tech firmness testing system has enabled Zespri Europe to make substantial cost savings by sorting and grading kiwifruit on-line.
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Awaiting the berry baby boom
British Summer Fruits is certainly making its presence felt in its first year. The sexed-up revelations from its nutritional
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ArticleWeald-ing market power
Weald Marketing is located in the Garden of England, where orchards once thrived alongside beds of berry bushes and seasonal fruit-pickers. This year the company celebrates 10 years of successful trading. Anabella de Sousa profiles the unique working relationship between the two directors of the Kent-based company.
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ArticleAlmerian advance
Despite the installation of a climate-controlled packhouse and rapid pre-cooling facilities, Vega Cañada is far from feeling the chill. Implementing a wealth of procedures to ensure just-picked freshness and extended shelf-life, the Almería-based company is adamant that there is no room for mediocrity in the competitive tomato sector. Emma Hatfield reports.