Meldungen aus Europa – Page 3928
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ArticleGoplastic launches new pallet
Companies in the retail sector can achieve significant reductions in packaging and more efficient bulk distribution and storage with the GoBox 6080, according to Goplasticpallets.com.
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ArticleStudy outlines UK companies' struggles
One in four companies are now making a loss in the UK fresh produce industry, according to a new market report by Plimsoll
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Farmers' futures looking up
Almost a third of all farmers said they feel more optimistic about the future of their business than they did a year ago, according to a survey of 6,532 farmers conducted by the National Farm Research Unit (NFRU).
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ArticleMarket Intelligence acquires FPJ publisher
Market Intelligence Ltd, the publisher of Eurofruit Magazine, Asiafruit Magazine and Americafruit Magazine, has announced that it has acquired Lockwood Press Limited.
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Government launches manufacturing plan
Five sector skills councils have launched an initiative to improve access to quality training and development for manufacturing employers in the UK.
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ArticleEuropean markets under huge pressure
Prices falling and returns under threat as market demand for fruit and vegetables slips and available volumes increase
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ArticleAsian sales keep Zespri on track
Sales to Japan, Taiwan and China do well, but Korean sales fall and competition from tropicals increases in south-east Asia
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ArticleChile projects blueberry growth
The industry is confident export volume will increase by a further 25-30 per cent this season in line with ongoing expansion across South America
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ArticleZespri going strong in North America
Strong retail and wholesale demand reported in the US as extensive retail promotions take place in key distribution outlets
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ArticleContainer Centralen wins court case
Danish company Container Centralen (CC) has successfully fended off an accusation over its prices from Dutch company KG van Vliet Handelsmij BV.
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Spain’s fruit exports increase
The country’s fruit exporters have recorded significant export sales rises for the first six months of 2009
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ArticleHorticulture Australia Council continues
Australia’s horticulture industry has voted to keep its peak lobby group, but with significant changes
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ArticleZespri holds steady as demand slips
As Northern Hemisphere summer season comes to an end, the group is stepping up promotional activities for New Zealand kiwifruit
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ArticleNet income tumbles at Carrefour
The group said it was hit by non-recurring charges during the first half of the year, while sales in key European markets fell
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ArticleZespri makes first payment forecast
Kiwifruit marketer to grow demand and introduce new cultivars as pressure on Green market continues to be felt
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ArticleBlackcurrants get fruity superhero
The Purple Power schools campaign for British blackcurrants is set to release its fruity superhero, designed by a pupil who entered its schools competition this year.
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ArticleManaging risk
Credit insurance is a crucial lifeline for fresh produce firms, but many companies have suffered in the last 12 months, with insurers cutting back on the cover they are prepared to offer as the UK struggles to fight its way out of recession. However, insurance firms and the government are working hard to clear a path through this difficult issue. Laura Gould reports
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ArticleManchester in limbo
Manchester’s New Smithfield Market has been hit hard by the recession at all levels. While the council re-aligns long-running plans for a major redevelopment of the 40-year-old wholesale market, the traders beneath the dilapidated roof are showing tenacity in the face of adversity. Alex Lawson visited the market
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Storefront makeover for online portal
Information technology is playing an ever-increasing role in the arena of fresh produce. This month, internet portal eFresh.com has launched a new version of its Storefront feature, routing and scheduling firm DPS has updated its LogiX software and Asda has unveiled its online social networking site for customers and staff