All articles by Jane Mornement – Page 14

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    New date for tomato growers

    2002-09-29T00:00:00Z

    The Tomato World trade opens its doors in Piacenza, Italy on November 7-9 for the production, processing and distribution sectors of the salad product from around the globe.

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    Chiquita acquires Scipio

    2002-09-19T00:00:00Z

    Chiquita has acquired the majority holding of Scipio. The deal is subject to conditions, but is expected to go though by the first quarter of 2003. Chiquita hopes to boost its knowledge and expertise with the acquisition.

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    Sainsbury's new organic spud

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    Sainsbury's is to take the majority of supplies of Lady Balfour organic potatoes. The new spud will extend the UK season by one extra month. Growers are anticipating higher yields of the crop than for other varieites.

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    Sunking logo shines

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    Importer Sunking Flowers has designed a new logo to update its image and highlight it's progressive nature. The company has also invested in increased packhouse and cold storage space.

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    Organic Harvest Week ready to go

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    Organic Harvest Week will be held in schools from September 23-27. The event is supported by HDRA which has encouraged school children to grow their own organic fresh produce. HDRA hopes the event will encouarge children to support organics as well as to eat more fruit and vegetables.

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    FTA organises safety seminars

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    The FTA has organised a series of transport safety seminars. These have been prompted by the government's report on workplace transport accidents.

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    Heveco unveils new farm

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    Heveco's new farm is guaranteeing a fresh supply of 80 tonnes of mushrooms weekly. This brings an added dimension to Heveco's product portfolio. Washing, slicing and dicing are performed at a rate of a tonne an hour.

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    Obesity is escalating out of control

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    Three quarters of the UK population will be obese in 15 years. Health professionals at the obesity summit have said obesity is more of a risk than smoking. The food industry is blamed for tempting children with advertising for junk food and soft drinks.

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    TNT launches new food container

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    TNT has developed a lightweight container for transporting food. The unit combats the risk of contamination during storage and transportation. It is suitable for use all across the food industry.

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    Children will not be tricked into eating healthily

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    A study by University College London shows children cannot be bribed into eating good food. Children as young as five already have preconceived ideas about healthy foods. While bribes highlight some foods are nicer than others.

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    FTA meets with Alistair Darling

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    FTA met the new secretary of state for transport on September 4. The need for a reliable road and rail network was emphasised. Problems still occur when the road and rail system is not of a high enough quality.

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    Bananas help the fight against cancer

    2002-09-13T00:00:00Z

    Unripe bananas are more beneficial than ripe ones in preventing cancer, according to scientists at Newcastle University. Green bananas may also help prevent hereditary bowel cancer.

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    NFU to take AWB to court

    2002-09-12T00:00:00Z

    The NFU will seek legal action against the AWB concerning the approved wages increase. The increase will cost farmers an extra £100m annually. NFU president Ben Gill said the Order would do the industry "significant harm".

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    Mack on the attack

    2002-09-12T00:00:00Z

    Mack annual report shows an increase in profits of £0.23m. While the company's net asset value has increased by £5m. Christopher Mack is keen to see the company continue to grow in the future.

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    Lorry drivers are among top UK craftsmen

    2002-09-12T00:00:00Z

    The FTA acknowledges UK lorry drivers as top craftsmen. Hauliers have a great deal of expert knowledge and skills which often go unrecognised by the UK public.

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    Geest up by 16 per cent

    2002-09-12T00:00:00Z

    Geest plc's half yearly report shows sales growth of 16 per cent. Operating profits remain steady at £19m. Pre-tax profits up 0.5 per cent from 2001.

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    Quorn removes "mushroom" from labelling

    2002-09-09T00:00:00Z

    Following complaints from the mushroom industry, Quorn manufacturerers have been asked to remove the word "mushroom" from all packaging and advertising. The word "fungal" may be used instead.

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    Anthurium to take the UK by storm

    2002-09-09T00:00:00Z

    Anthurium houseplants to be launched in the UK, following huge success in the Netherlands. Rijnplant will showcase the plant at GLEE in its Love Collection.

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    Super sweet onions on the way

    2002-09-06T00:00:00Z

    UK developers have created a sweeter onion, which will make breath less pungent and not reduce cutters to tears. The Supasweet onion is to rival naturally-sweeter Spanish onions. Sainsbury's will stock the onion from October.

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    Chrysanths reinvented

    2002-09-06T00:00:00Z

    Specialist Dutch flower designer to showcase new possibilities for the Chrysanthemum.