All Herbs articles – Page 32
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ArticleMint making money
A Chilean by birth, with an Italian father and Irish mother, Renzo Antognoli O’Ryan was living happily in Spain when a conversation with the uncle of his Colombian wife dramatically changed his life. Four years on, Antognoli is running Ultraroma, the biggest exporter of aromatic herbs out of Colombia.
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ArticleCarmel in full bloom
Some developing countries are steadily raising their game in the business of floriculture, but established Israel still has a few tricks up its sleeves. Elspeth Waters visited some of Carmel Agrexco’s main growing facilities to experience the dramatic changes at play within the industry.
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ArticleWorld opens up for Colombia
As the global climate becomes less reliable, the world continues to look for new sources to guarantee its 12-month supply demands are met. Over the next five issues, FPJ will report from Colombia, a country with fresh produce potential that remains largely untapped. Tommy Leighton kicks off the coverage with an exporters’ eye view on a country that is fast emerging as a realistic long-term partner for UK buyers.
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ArticleColombian campaign to boost UK business
The Colombian fresh produce export industry will be given a higher profile in the UK as part of a new campaign to boost the country’s image with both trade and consumers.
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Bengalese growers break into Europe
Herbs and vegetables from Bengal are being exported to Europe for the first time following a promotional campaign.
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Why the perceived need for endless promotions?
I have always felt that one of the great mysteries amongst the UK trade is the perception that consumers need constant
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ArticleCyprus steps up a gear
Hopes are high that Cyprus’ entry to the EU will enable the fresh produce industry to bloom. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleIsrael shrugs off shake-up
Israel’s horticultural sector has experienced something of an upheaval during the past year, with the arrival of a new exporting player onto the scene. However, despite certain shifts in management and grower allegiances, those involved seem to be taking it all in their stride, and hopes are high for a productive winter. Elspeth Waters reports.
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ArticleHeaven sent machines at Florette
Emma Twyning takes a look at some of the machinery offers for the industry, including Florette's heavenly mechanical solution, a sure-fire win from Schur Flexible and a solution to the problem of give away.
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Fruit and herbs fight infection
Combining oregano and cranberries can help cut the risk of food poisoning from infected seafood, scientists have claimed.
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ArticleBanken on convenient route
Dutch mushroom giant Banken Mushrooms has stepped up its attempts to move its product out of the commodity zone with the launch of Champi Cuisine.
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Descriptions add an extra something
Retail marketing - particularly in the form of product descriptions - has reached new heights, writes David Shapley.Perhaps
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Frupac-ing it in
In less than a year since it opened its doors, Frupac’s distribution depot at Yaxley is already completing a further major expansion for forthcoming additional tenants, David Shapley went to take a look.
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Israel racks up record exports
Vegetable exports from Israel have increased in 2004-05 reaching a record 395,000 tonnes.
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ArticleFrupac-ing it in
In less than a year since it opened its doors, Frupac’s distribution depot at Yaxley is already completing a further major expansion for forthcoming additional tenants, David Shapley went to take a look.
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Organic supplier goes conventional
An Israeli breeder is targeting its organic seeds at the conventional market.
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ArticleThailand eyes rich pickings
Attempts to bolster Thailand’s fruit trade are meeting with some success. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more
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ArticleNursery producers offer delivery solution
A group of nursery producers have joined forces to offer a new delivery solution to customers.
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New appointments at herb company
Herb supplier British Pepper & Spice (BPS) has made two new appointments within the company and is also pleased to announce a further internal appointment.
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Israeli greenhouses to cross Green Line
Israel's Flower Growers Association has proposed to the Ministry of Agriculture a plan to transfer all the greenhouses in the Israeli settlements in the Gaza Region to new areas within the "Green Line" in Israel.