All articles by Kathy Hammond – Page 44
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ArticleSAAGA enjoys strong UK campaign
South African avocados have enjoyed a strong season on the UK market despite drastically reduced volumes due to inclement weather conditions and the biannual bearing effect.
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US school scheme increases consumption
A school fruit scheme in the US is increasing children’s fresh-produce uptake by 15 per cent.
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ArticleAvo market hits tight supply
The global avocado market is experiencing tight supply and rising prices as weather factors and biennial bearing combine across the world.
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ArticleDiscounters ramp up local offer
Discounters seem to be becoming more interested in stocking their shelves with local produce, latest research from market analyst IGD reveals.
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Intercitrus set for closure
Spanish citrus trade association Intercitrus will cease operations in December, according to press reports.
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ArticleReynolds backs gold-medal winner
international vocational education awards WorldSkills London 2011 earlier this month.
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ArticleSunFresh Produce reveals expansion plans
Spalding-based organic salads specialist SunFresh Produce is looking for UK growers to supply its rapidly expanding business.
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ArticleSNFL inks grape deal with Magrabi
Special New Fruit Licensing Ltd (SNFL) has signed an exclusive grape initiative with Magrabi Agriculture of Egypt.
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ArticleDutch enjoy decade of vegetable growth
Dutch vegetable production has enjoyed a rapid rise over the last decade, according to new data.
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ArticleUncertain future faces protected crops in Spain
The future of the protected crops sector in Spain is very uncertain according to Andalusia-based supply chain group Hortyfruta.
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ArticleSpanish planting setback
Spanish strawberry plantings began last week in the main production area of Huelva in south-western Spain.
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Online retail growth set to spiral
Fresh produce suppliers cannot afford to miss out on growth forecasts for online grocery retailing, according to the IGD.
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ArticleBarlow issues price promo warning
Although English apple sales are tracking well ahead of last season in volume thanks to the record early start, Adrian Barlow, chief executive of English Apples & Pears warns against early season promotional price cuts lasting too long.
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ArticleGood Natured knows its onions
Angus Soft Fruits has launched two new Good Natured lines into Asda.
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ArticleCost hikes hit Barfoots
Vegetable supplier Barfoots of Botley has reported increased turnover but a pre-tax profit decline during the year to 31 December 2010.
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ArticleBoris makes food legacy call
Mayor of London Boris Johnson is calling on the capital’s chefs and caterers to make significant changes ahead of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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Spanish growers leave their fields
Growers in south-eastern Spain are abandoning their fields as the economic crisis bites.
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Booths refinancing for ambitious store programme
Regional retailer Booths has refinanced its debt and is investing in a new store-opening programme.
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ArticleMarket consultation slammed by traders
Birmingham City Council has launched a consultation with traders on its Pershore Street wholesale market to the dismay of traders who say it is reneging on previous agreements about issues as basic as funding.
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ArticleLea Valley seeking cucumber PGI
Valley in Hertfordshire are understood to be applying for protected geographical indicator (PGI) status for their product.