All articles by Kathy Miller – Page 7

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    Surveyors give Maff poor valuation

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    The ministry of agriculture, fisheries and food is receiving criticism from surprising quarters for its handling of the foot and mouth epidemic.

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    Germans plug UK supply gap

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    Salad onions have been running short in the UK, but imports have been able to step into the breach.

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    Hortex replaced by regional focus

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    Growers'showcase trade event, HortEx will be replaced next year.

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    EU promo funds elude

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    Funding from the European Union for promotional schemes in the fresh produce sector is still proving elusive despite discussions held in Brussels this week.

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    Outlook for the windy city

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    USApple is Chicago bound for this year's forecasts and marketing conference.

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    Ball bounces in at Lingarden

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    Lingarden Produce has appointed Simon Ball as national accounts manager for processed and pre-packed onions.

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    Shopping is streets apart

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    There are no signs of supermarket domination letting up, according to a new report, which shows that small independent retailers face continuing tough trading conditions.

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    New man at Maff to grace agm

    2001-04-20T00:00:00Z

    David Jones has been appointed head of the ministry of agriculture's horticulture and potatoes division.

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    Onion growers warned

    2001-04-19T00:00:00Z

    Onion planting is behind schedule because of wet weather, but growers should think twice before changing their drilling plans.

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    Chile works on trade deals

    2001-04-19T00:00:00Z

    Trade accords are becoming a priority for fresh fruit exporters in Chile as the country faces dumping accusations from the US.

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    Sendings boost for Chilean fruit

    2001-04-19T00:00:00Z

    Fruit exports from Chile are up on last seasons levels across most major markets.

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    Mushroom scare blamed on media

    2001-04-19T00:00:00Z

    Another food scare could be brewing as national press interest focuses on possible salmonella in mushrooms.

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    Spain makes berry recovery

    2001-04-19T00:00:00Z

    Spanish strawberries finally look like they might be recovering from a disastrous start to the season.

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    Farmers' markets latest FMD casualty

    2001-04-17T00:00:00Z

    Alternative retail outlets, many of them offering fresh fruit and vegetables, are suffering as the foot and mouth disease crisis deepens in the UK. But multiple retailers are lending a hand.

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    Citrus research reformed

    2001-04-07T00:00:00Z

    A new levy system comes into force this month in South Africa which will ensure that all growers pay for citrus research.

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    Chile rejects dumping claim

    2001-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Exporters in Chile are rejecting claims made by US grape growers that they dumped fruit on the US market last season.

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    Tune in for organic training

    2001-04-06T00:00:00Z

    UK organic certification body, the Soil Association, has launched a new video on organic food.

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    KG signs US deal

    2001-04-06T00:00:00Z

    KG Fruits Ltd has won import rights for fruit grown by Driscoll Strawberry Associates. Pictured are KG's Nick Marston (l) and Dorn Wenninger of DSA.

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    Best laid potato plans

    2001-04-06T00:00:00Z

    Despite the difficulties of recent months, potato growers can still look forward to a good season ahead, if they plan carefully.

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    Hortichem offers free advice

    2001-04-06T00:00:00Z

    Agrichemicals supplier Hortichem has a new website for producers.