Meldungen aus Europa – Page 3966

  • Article

    Banwell dies, age 83

    2009-07-13T10:08:29Z

    Maurice Banwell, one of the UK’s foremost top-fruit advisers known throughout the fruit-growing world, has died aged 83.

  • Article

    Hot stuff fires up Tesco

    2009-07-13T10:01:01Z

    Tesco is doubling its range of chilli peppers starting this week, in line with unprecedented demand.

  • Bharat Thosar
    Article

    Indian grape firm targets UK

    2009-07-13T09:01:01Z

    India's third-largest grape exporter is looking to ramp up its operations in the UK as it targets a “pioneering” market.

  • David Carter
    Article

    NZ minister tackles challenges head on

    2009-07-13T08:01:01Z

    New Zealand can play a key role in addressing global food security issues, according to the Hon David Carter, the New Zealand minister for agriculture, biosecurity & forestry.

  • Steve and Heather Tucker
    Article

    Somerset shop in awards hunt

    2009-07-12T16:01:01Z

    A diverse farm shop and visitor centre in Somerset has reached the final of this year’s Farmers Weekly Awards.

  • Article

    US grape industry tightens UK focus

    2009-07-12T13:01:01Z

    The California Table Grape Commission is set to ramp up its UK focus as it works to boost consumption of the state’s 2009 table grape crop and prolong its marketing campaign.

  • Martin Haworth
    Article

    UK has "key role" in food security

    2009-07-12T11:01:01Z

    The UK may have a key role in providing food for export across the globe in the coming decades, but horticulture is unlikely to play a significant part in this, according to the National Farmers’ Union (NFU).

  • Valencians seek avo option
    Article

    Valencians seek avo option

    2009-07-12T09:01:01Z

    Avocado production in Spain has enjoyed a strong season in 2009, leading growers in the region of Valencia to consider diversification into the crop.

  • The new clam shell pear packaging
    Article

    Italians unite in green agenda

    2009-07-11T15:01:01Z

    Two Italian firms are aiming to achieve strong environmental goals after an agreement to unite their packaging and produce functions.

  • Article

    Co-op Farms scoops innovation gong

    2009-07-11T13:01:01Z

    The Co-operative Farms has won the Innovation in Co-operative Business Award for its “Grown by Us” range.

  • Article

    Capespan running tight ship

    2009-07-11T11:01:01Z

    South African exporter Capespan Exports is improving value in the chain by increasing on-farm container loading this season.

  • French apricot volumes soaring
    Article

    French apricot volumes soaring

    2009-07-11T09:01:01Z

    The French summer fruit season could be a remarkable one after reports that apricot volumes are rocketing and presence on the UK market is increasing.

  • Article

    Staffline reports steady year

    2009-07-10T17:01:01Z

    Recruitment and human resources (HR) specialist Staffline has reported a steady first six months of 2009, with falling client volumes offset by some new business.

  • Article

    S&A dismisses labour accusations

    2009-07-10T16:33:11Z

    S&A Produce has defended its wages policy following claims in the media it has paid its workers as little as £45 a week.

  • S and A Produce workers
    Article

    UK supplier under fire over workers

    2009-07-10T15:27:13Z

    S&A Produce, which supplies fruit to major retailers including Tesco and Sainsbury's, has been accused of exploiting pickers

  • PBH Munch Crunch Bunch
    Article

    PBH promotes kids' health drive

    2009-07-10T14:59:10Z

    Organized by the Produce for Better Health Foundation, the campaign is aimed to teach children that fruits and vegetables can be fun

  • Article

    Window Food scheme unveiled

    2009-07-10T13:37:02Z

    Amid high food prices and concern about sustainable food, a new National Trust initiative launches today, challenging urbanites to transform their windowsills into beautiful vegetable gardens.

  • Article

    Grapes offer diabetes hope

    2009-07-10T13:01:01Z

    A breakthrough study using grapes could prove to be a major step in tackling diabetes and weight issues.

  • Terry Watts
    Article

    Terry Watts leaves Keelings

    2009-07-10T12:50:20Z

    Keelings has confirmed the departure of Terry Watts as managing director of its UK subsidiary

  • Asparagus
    Article

    Giumarra-Borquez ink asparagus deal

    2009-07-10T12:32:10Z

    New marketing company Giumarra Borquez LLC will market asparagus from Mexico, Chile, Peru and California