All Ireland articles – Page 33
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ArticleAsda moving into Northern Ireland
Asda is set to move into the Ulster market following agreement with Morrison’s to purchase Safeway stores.
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ArticleTesco wins over Ireland
Tesco’s move to Ireland in the late 1990s was initially looked upon with suspicion and fear by the Irish fresh produce sector, but since then, the retailer has managed to win the hearts and minds of growers through it straightforward and innovative approach. Ed Bedington spoke to two suppliers who have been with the retailer from the start.
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ArticleIrish pepper project comes on stream
FRUIT LOGISTICA: Leading Irish producer Keelings is preparing to harvest the first of its home-produced peppers, grown as part of an €8.2 million project.
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ArticleIrish unity pays dividend
Competitors working together to help each others business? Unheard of, you might think, but over the water in Ireland the unthinkable is happening. A number of companies from across the fresh produce sector have joined forces in a bid to improve training and skills within the industry, writes Ed Bedington.
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Irish mushroom growers merge
Two of the Republic of Ireland’s biggest mushroom growers are merging to form the biggest player in Europe’s mushroom industry.
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Irish potato blight
Ireland has found it first cases this year of potato blight according to an announcement by Teagasc
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Food Dudes get green light in Ireland
The renowned Food Dude Healthy Eating Programme developed by Professor Fergus Lowe (pictured) at Bangor University has made a successful foray into Ireland.
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Tesco in Irish expansion
UK supermarket group Tesco is reported to be expanding its operation in Ireland.
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Ireland in step with Eurep
Ireland's horticultural quality assurance scheme is being aligned with Eurep Gap standards.
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Retailer Hale has luck of the Irish
Fruit seller scoops glittering prize for superb display skills.John Hale, best of Northern Ireland say US Apple chiefs.
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Irish price battle intensifies
Produce may be the newest battleground in the struggle among retailers in Ireland.
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Wal-Mart linked with Irish retailer Dunnes
Speculation in the US suggests that Wal-Mart is in the process of talks with Republic of Ireland supermarket chain Dunnes with a view to an acquisition.