All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 278

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    Vitacress gets Muddy Boots to assure traceability

    2003-07-26T16:32:49Z

    Vitacress is based near Andover in Hampshire and on arriving at its offices it is clear to see that this is an organisation

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    Keep your eye on the GM debate

    2003-07-26T16:32:39Z

    It was pointed out to me last week that the fresh produce industry has had very little input into the government's public

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    2,4-D ñ the final outcome

    2003-07-23T16:53:19Z

    In accordance with the EU pesticide review process,the MRL for 2,4-D on citrus was set at the limit ofdetermination (zero)

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    Grape red hope

    2003-07-23T09:41:43Z

    An air of caution surrounds reports on this year's European grape as the season gets underway. With a delayed start in Spain and frost damage in Italy, producers and importers must keep a close eye on supplies to ensure prospects aren't, once again, dampened by the weather when Greek product comes on stream. Emma Hardy reports.

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    Berries in spotlight

    2003-07-23T09:41:36Z

    The continued success of European strawberries means that other berries often pass unnoticed. Across mainland Europe and the UK the rise of lines such as blueberries promises a more prominent future, with a share of the spotlight on the horizon. John Broy reports.

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    The job centres

    2003-07-23T09:41:28Z

    Recruitment, like many other “associated industries” has often been looked on more as a necessary evil than a service to the industry. However, times have changed and as the industry merry-go-round becomes less populated, so companies are reliant on expert assistance to source suitably qualified individuals for key posts. The recruitment specialists have amended their approach too, recognising the benefit long-term partnerships can bring. Tommy Leighton reports.

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    Supasweet proving attractive

    2003-07-23T09:41:17Z

    I've already touched on the launch of Supasweet onions, but while driving to the onion fields of Bedfordshire, I came across

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    Tenants can break stalemate

    2003-07-22T19:59:48Z

    Politics can often frustrate ñ in fact to frustrate appears to be the raison d'être. Logic rarely comes into the equation, as

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    SALT ASSAULT

    2003-07-02T14:16:15Z

    Salt. Essential to life, and in particular to chips but when it comes to ready meals, and especially those for children,

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    DEAF WAITERS

    2003-07-02T14:16:11Z

    Most of us are familiar with the "Brit abroad" ñ struggling to communicate with one of his European counterparts. If he

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    LUCAS AID

    2003-07-02T14:16:06Z

    Sloppy school dinners are officially a thing of the past thanks to top cook David Lucas. The gourmet chef has taken over the

  • Pam and Amy do their bit
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    Tullets do the Walk of Life

    2003-07-02T14:16:01Z

    Fruit, high protein pasta and energy bars proved invaluable resources for the Journal's very own Pam Tullet and daughter Amy

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    All systems go for A David

    2003-06-23T16:11:45Z

    The produce industry has made great strides in adopting IT solutions, although the variable nature of the industry requires systems to meet highly specific needs. Although costly, harnessing the benefits of developing technology can boost efficiency and result in significant savings in terms of labour and time. Emma Hardy talks to A David & Co and Nation Wilcox and examines the latest innovations for the industry and the practical benefits of investing in IT.

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    Brassica growers stick neck out

    2003-06-23T16:11:35Z

    Favourable growing conditions for summer brassicas have growers brimming with confidence for the new season. And with several seed companies trialling a wide range of new varieties, it?s shaping up to be an eventful time. John Broy reports.

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    On stony ground

    2003-06-23T16:11:27Z

    Italian peach and nectarine production is down 30 per cent on last year and, with all other European production regions also seeing a decline, supply to the market risks falling short of demand. Not surprisingly, the forecast is for high prices, but they need to be sustained throughout the season if growers and handlers are to look back on 2003 with any pleasure. Tommy Leighton reports.

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    2,4-D crisis faced by citrus industry

    2003-06-23T13:08:28Z

    As a result of the EU review of pesticides and the reduction of the maximum residue levels (MRL) for 2,4-D to its LOD on July

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    French make good use of tide

    2003-06-23T12:18:23Z

    When the French summer fruits delegates came to London on their annual visit to meet the trade press last week I felt, above

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    What do you think, minister?

    2003-06-23T12:13:08Z

    Many of you will no doubt have noted that the Journal still hasn?t published a response to the proposed restructure of

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    Israel up for a hot summer

    2003-06-12T16:02:59Z

    Increased specialisation and a finely honed product portfolio have contributed to the success of Israeli produce in recent years. And with avocados, mangoes and grapes proving more popular by the year, it seems that nothing can sate the UK demand for these eagerly anticipated summer lines. Emma Hardy reports.

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    Chilean kiwis take greater share

    2003-06-12T16:02:45Z

    A modest drop in Chilean kiwifruit export volumes this season isn't dampening the enthusiasm of growers and traders, who say prices are the best they have seen for several years. Steve Anderson, in Santiago, and Tommy Leighton report.