All Herbs articles – Page 26
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Mundane out of favour as unusual lines take hold
Every time I tour the produce shelves, I am struck by the progress that fresh cut is making. Memories of leaking containers
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ArticleRe:fresh Awards shortlist unveiled
The shortlist has been announced for this year’s Re:fresh Awards.
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NFU hopes to strike Chelsea gold
The industry is gearing up for the annual RHS Chelsea Flower Show next month with as National Farmers’ Union (NFU) hopes to win a 13th consecutive gold medal award.
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ArticleEddie Foley dies, aged 64
Agrexco is sad to announce the death of Eddie Foley, who passed away on April 30, just two days short of his 65th birthday.
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ArticlePrepared sector boldly faces the recession head on
The prep-heavy catering industry has taken a hit due to the recession, but the prepared produce sector is holding its own, mainly due to continuous price promotions at the retailers. Elizabeth O’Keefe asks, how much effect is the recession having on prepared?
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Size really does matter on the fresh produce shelf
An FPJ reader asked me recently what I am looking for when I take a trip along the fresh produce aisles. The initial answer is
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ArticleTesco tackles herb project
A successful primary school project developed by Scottish herb grower and supplier Scotherbs has received backing from Tesco.
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ArticleKey re-works produce wash
Sanitary specialist Key Technology has introduced the re-designed Basket Wash for fresh-cut produce.
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ArticleCross-Channel traffic
Rungis might be a French market, but companies in the UK have been on the ball when it comes to taking advantage of the bounty of produce on offer at the food-lover’s paradise across the Channel. Laura Gould talks to three companies that have had close ties to the market for a number of years.
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ArticleA fresh approach
The fresh herb category is one of the most dynamic in the fresh produce industry but, this year, the economic downturn has had a mixed impact on the sector, with growers and suppliers facing mounting pressure, while consumers turn to from-scratch cooking, which traditionally boosts business. To capitalise on this, six major producers have come together to push the third round of the Fresh Herbs campaign. Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticleBickel Group finds its niche
Israeli flower and vegetable producer Bickel Group has defied the credit crunch and moved the company’s business forward in the UK with new niche line offers.
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ArticleAgriver launches salicornia
Israeli exporter Agriver showcased its new supplies of salicornia, known as samphire on the UK market, at Fruit Logistica.
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ArticleCyprus welcomes rain
A rainy season has given Cypriot producers cause to rejoice after five consecutive years of drought in the country.
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ArticleTesco heads for Scotland
Tesco is aiming to draw people north with the fourth edition of its Enjoy the Taste of Scotland event with more than 100 food and drink suppliers exhibiting in May.
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ArticleHerb industry looks forward
British Herb Trade Association (BHTA) members and delegates were given a unique glimpse into the future of business and industry at their recent conference in Lincoln.
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Scottish herbs battle salt
Scottish grower and supplier Scotherbs is reminding consumers that herbs contain no salt, fat or added flavourings during the tenth National Salt Awareness week.
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ArticleWallace joins forces with QV Foods
MasterChef presenter and judge, Gregg Wallace, has become the new face of QV Foods forthcoming range of Inspire pre-prepared, ready to cook vegetables.
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ArticleTurning the tide
This time last year, Liverpool Produce Terminal was a glint in the exporter’s eye - a quayside facility at the north-west city’s port due to revolutionise the way fresh produce is imported into the UK. There have certainly been some pretty major issues to overcome along the way - but 12 months later, with the brand-new facility ready to roll, interest in the project remains incredibly high. Laura Gould went along to find out more.
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Innovation aplenty despite economic downturn
Freezing temperatures last week must have given the winter veg trade a boost in sales, although there were some gaps appearing