All articles by Jane Mornement – Page 11
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Tim Morton joins Hargreaves Plants
Strawberry grower Tim Morton has joined Hargreaves Plants as business development manager. The company hopes Morton will help it improve and expand to meet the changing demands of its customers.
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Spud consumer knowledge required
Potato expert Rob Clayton advised the industry needs inproved knowledge of end user requirements in order to improve premiums. Clayton says the industry is capable of meeting demand but needs to know how to sell itself in the face of increasing competition.
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Children the seeds of success
At the Seed Industry Conference, BPC chief executive Helen Priestley said the industry must be aware of the needs of consumers. She stressed that the industry should realise the children of today - as the next generation of shoppers - have an influence over the industry.
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BPC warns of condensation risk
At the recent Seed Industry Conference, the risk to potato crops from condensation was highlighted. The BPC's Adrian Cunnington offered easy steps to reduce the risk of condensation in store houses.
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Meredith wins British Potato Industry Award
Recognising his 31 years in the industry, Bob Meredith has won a prestigious award. British Potato Council chairman David Walker presented the award at the Seed Industry Conference in Perth last week.
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Sainsbury's asks suppliers to lower costs
In an attempt to slash prices Sainsbury's has asked its suppliers to lower their costs by five per cent. Separately, Prince Charles has expressed his frustration at the way retailers in general treat UK farmers.
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Asda branches out
Asda has opened four new branches during November and re-branded two existing ones as Wal-Mart stores. The expansion has seen the retailer invest £94.5 million in the projects. As a result 1,600 new jobs have been created.
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Conference to growers' aid
December 11 will see the Profiting from Potatoes conference held in east Yorkshire. Organsed by the Higgins Group and HSBC the conference aims to help struggling potato growers. A slow market, low prices and imports have all put the industry in jeopardy.
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South African fruit committed to UK market
Fruit South Africa has spoken about its formation and commitment to the UK market. Chairman Graham Malcolm said it was necessary for the industry to speak with one voice to address all issues.
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More farming jobs lost
Government figures show a further 15,000 farm jobs have been lost in the 12 months to June 2002. The NFU says "the very fabric of the countryside is being torn apart". Last year's foot and mouth outbreak, the collapse of farmgate prices, strong sterling and the government's heavy handed regulation are all cited as causes.
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Young florists hopeful for SkillCity competition
Six aspring UK florists are battling it out to win the SkillFlorist competition at SkillCity this week. The theme of the event is "carnival" and for the final entrants will be asked to design a floral display live on stage with no time to prepare.
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Chiquita turns to football as a promotional tool
Banana company Chiquita is running a competition to give away football kits to children. The company has also had a strong presence at several football matches recently to promote the healthy fruit to sports fans.
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BRC fears for pre-Budget statement
THE BRC is concerned about the effect of the pre-Budget speech on the retail industry. If disposable income is eaten into, then the high street will suffer. Similarly, stores will be unable to cope with increased business taxation.
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Fairtrade bananas first for school and farm shop
The first school and first farm shop to supply Fairtrade bananas have been announced. Previously the fruit was only available in the multiple retailers. It is hoped that many other independent stores and enterprises will follow suit.
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ICF treatment
Intercontainer-Interfrigo has moved from a co-operative to a joint stock company as of November 1.
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FTA survey shows dismal results
The Freight Transport Association's third quarterly survey for 2002 shows that while road freight is at its highest since 1997 UK international hauliers are facing a tough time.
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Spellar response to night-time call
John Spellar has told the Freight Transport Association that it may well be possible to consider lifting the ban on night-time lorry driving in urban areas.
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FDOC publicises new logo
The Florida Department of Citrus was represented in London today by Mike Burge to publicise the department's new logo. The change will mean there is now just one symbol for all Florida growers, rather than several symbols for different sectors. The logo is expected to be in use from January.
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Climate change reminder
The National Farmers' Union has reminded growers and farmers involved in its climate-change levy scheme that they have until the end of the month to return paperwork that guarantees them a levy discount.