Meldungen aus Europa – Page 3525
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Rijk Zwaan gears up for Sensational Berlin
Dutch group Rijk Zwaan will present a number of different product lines at this year's Fruit Logistica in Berlin, designed to allow the vegetable breeder to optimally tap into different consumer trends and market segments.
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ArticlePesticide research looks to plug gap
Marks & Spencer and Asda are among those collaborating in the face of adversity as the fresh produce industry hunts for crop protection solutions.
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ArticleHigh prices and short supply bring testing times for onions
The southern hemisphere onion market is looking at a “one in 40 years” season, with global supplies running tight just as harvests get underway. Anna Sbuttoni reports
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ArticleHerb trade capitalises on the craze for cooking
Jamie Oliver and other TV chefs have been credited with helping revive interest in fresh-cut herbs, with the category having seen impressive value and volume sales increases over the past year. But despite the impressive figures, the trade is still targeting further growth. Sonya Hook reports on what is next for the sector
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ArticleGrowers call for returns to reflect shelf price increases
The weather has been no friend of the vegetable industry in recent years. A shortage in the British winter season has driven value upwards, but growers are warning that this is not going to be enough to sustain the industry unless it is reflected in better returns. Elizabeth O’Keefe throws the spotlight on brassicas and the challenges facing the sector
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New pack formats bring extra dimension to veg
It’s amazing how quickly bulk carry-home packs of potatoes have caught on in the retail trade. When the idea was tested
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New Capespan boss promises new approach
Capespan’s new chief executive, Johan Dique, is under no illusions about the task in front of him. In a revealing interview, he tells Fred Meintjes about his plans for the business and defends his perceived lack of fruit industry experience
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All set for dinner and celebration of Morocco
With the media focus on Egypt, and specifically Cairo and Alexandria, our thoughts are with our members at the Egyptian
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Egypt situation is tough for suppliers
It’s hard when you live in a relatively stable country like the UK to really understand what is happening in Egypt right
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Jupiter Marketing business splits
A Shropshire supplier has split from its Kent office with a rebranded company emanating from the deal.
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ArticleFresh produce suffers in Egyptian unrest
Political unrest in Egypt is disrupting supplies of fresh produce from the north African country to the UK.
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ArticleHuge banana plantation slated for Philippines
The Philippine banana industry has received a boost with Del Monte signalling it will create a 5,000ha plantation in the country
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ArticleBanana shortage opens Australian opportunities
Australian banana shortages caused by Tropical Cyclone Yasi could open the market for Philippine exporters
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ArticleNew CEO for OneHarvest
Australian produce group OneHarvest has selected a new CEO in the form of Robin Poynton
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ArticleEgypt turmoil could cause UAE price rise
Traders in the UAE fear that the chaos engulfing Egypt could lead to an increase in fresh produce prices in the Emirates
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ArticleIngles Markets enjoys strong Q1
Net sales and profit growth are recorded by the US grocery retailer
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Optimism rife in grocery sector
Confidence is rife in the grocery trade despite rising costs and tough competition.
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ArticleBiobest launches spider mite solution
Company says new predator offers “reliable and robust” solution for Two Spotted Spider Mites in tomato crops
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ArticleFuture focus for Enza Zaden
Group will use Fruit Logistica to showcase how it will keep its vegetable varieties tasty and unique going forward
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ArticleUK strawberry supplies take a hit
The turmoil in Egypt and the late start to the Spanish season have left the UK short on strawberry volumes