All articles by Fred Searle – Page 84
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ArticleLandgard kicks off German pepper supply
Co-op harvests first domestic peppers of season, with latest growing techniques providing high volumes and consistent quality
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ArticleExciting raspberry varieties emerge from AHBD trials
New raspberries have advantages over established Tulameen and Octavia varieties, according to research body
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ArticleFyffes gears up for National Banana Day
Consumers, chefs and children urged to ‘go bananas’ in drive for healthier eating habits, with proceeds going to Dublin children’s hospital
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ArticleTopfruit growers count cost of frost
Adverse weather last spring has caused Cox and Braeburn to finish up to two months ahead of schedule, creating shortages and disrupting the market
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ArticleNewstairs announces new stonefruit varieties
AG Thames breeder launches new early season peaches and nectarines
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ArticleKoppert Cress launches English microgreen mix
Aimed at chefs, the tailored selection will include eight punnets of most popular microgreens in manageable quantities
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ArticleAldi expands head office with £70m investment
Retailer extends Warwickshire site further, adding a ‘Taste Kitchen’ and development kitchen
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ArticleBeast from the East fails to freeze grocery sales
Grocery sales up 2.5 per cent in 12 weeks to 25 March despite storm disruption
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ArticleLincolnshire producer celebrates five years with Aldi
Security of supply contract has allowed Moulton Bulb to invest in only near infrared onion grader in UK
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ArticleBSF calls for faster action on seasonal labour
Government must do more to guarantee access to seasonal labour following Migration Advisory Committee report, says Nick Marston
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ArticleProduce World buys Aurora Produce
Acquisition sees potato producer become wholly-owned subsidiary of vegetable supplier, with both directors moving to Sutton Bridge site
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ArticleA quick scan
Using a method known as near-infrared spectroscopy, fresh produce firms can now scan their fruit to test its quality and shelf life
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ArticleNetherlands' Brexit scale back
Producers are concerned Brexit will damage Dutch salad exports and one is already starting to pull back from the UK market
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ArticleEmployers 'fear' post-Brexit migration system
Migration Advisory Committee report highlights businesses' concerns, with fresh produce firms warning of price rises amid labour shortages
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ArticleAldi and Lidl plan rapid store expansion
Both retailers plan to exceed 1,000 branches in next few years but some doubt sustainability of discount model amid falling profits
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ArticleChile to home in on Spanish blueberry market
Blueberry committee to begin promotions in Spain in coming season following collaboration agreement with Freshuelva last year
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ArticleNIAB EMR on the hunt for new research students
Horticultural research institute opens applications for six PhDs on research topics ranging from fruit flies to genotyping
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ArticleGangmasters authority appoints interim CEO
Former police chief Roger Bannister will head up GLAA until permanent replacement is found for Paul Broadbent who died suddenly last year
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ArticleFTA criticises Brexit transition deal
Costly customs checks “unavoidable” under guidelines agreed last week, warns Freight Transport Association
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VideoVideo: Simon Trewin discusses bananas
SH Pratt commercial director gives his views on everything from tightening supply to pricing and new sources