All articles by Jane Mornement – Page 9
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SIAL 2002 attracts record numbers
SIAL 2002 was extremely succesful, attracting a record number of both exhibitors and visitors.
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BCPC annual medal awarded
Three internationally renowned scientists have been awarded the British Crop Protection Council annual medal.
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Crop protectors address food production
The British Crop Protection Council annual conference offered a symposium for world players to discuss tactics in improving the global food supply situation.
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Cue growers get equipped
An Irish cucumber grower has installed a high speed labelling machine from Sessions of York. Carthy & Collins is using the machine to label all of its shrink-wrapped cucumbers.
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Probita helps packagers comply
Probita Ltd has been launched to help packaging suppliers comply with a new technical standard to come through by the middle of next year.
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New md for floral marketing company
Paul Caddell has joined the newly set-up FloraLinc as managing director. The company will expand its business in 2003 with a specially designed packhouse.
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DVLA called on to clarify vehicle taxing
The Freight Transport Association has called on the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority to change the wording of its vehicle excise duty banding which the authority deems "confusing".
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Caledonian Produce to change name
From December 23 Caledonian Produce Ltd will trade as Geest Foods Ltd t/a Caledonian Produce.
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BRC and NFU stress government plans must bring change
The National Farmers' Union and British Retail Consortium have shown conditional support for the Department for the environment, food and rural affairs (Defra) farming strategy.
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Beacon beats its own goal
Beacon Foods has beaten its three-years jobs creation target in half the anticipated time.
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UK retailers back Efsis standards
A recent Efsis survey shows UK retailers are backing a drive for certification against the Standard of Food Packaging Materials.
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Certis appoints new managers
Certis Europe has appointed three new crop managers. Martyne Pearce, Andre Marcone and Tjaart Hofman have all been promoted internally.
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FTA's roads to nowhere
The FTA has produced a list of the top ten motorway junction pinch points. Four of the 10 are on the M25.
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Cranberry sales soar
National Cranberry Week this year proved to be a continuing success story. Sales in the UK were pushed to new heights during the promotion.
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Sprouts struggle in Christmas run-up
Harsh winter weather has made sprout harvesting a tricky business. Although volumes are fine, poor weather has led to many plants having waterlogged roots.
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Free fruit for London children
Children in 515 London schools will receive a free piece of fruit daily. This is part of a scheme funded by the New Opportunities Fund. It is hoped the project will help boost the flagging intake of fruit by the capital's youngsters.
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Greenvale award winners announced
At a ceremony held in Norfolk, Greenvale announced its annual award winners. More than 100 guests attended the dinner.
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APS aligned with Eurep Gap
Assured Produce Scheme members will now be entitled to claim equivalence to Eurep Gap status.
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FTA adds extra dates to congestion charging seminars
Due to popular demand, three extra dates have been added to the FTA's series of talks on how to cope with the congestion charges.
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NFU looks to help young farmers
The NFU has submitted a proposal to the government to encourage more young farmers into the industry. With the average farmer now aged 58 there is a desperate shortage of young blood in the sector. The scheme will offer help and advice on all aspects of farming.