Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4063
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ArticleCapespan makes new farm purchase
The group has moved to acquire the Queen Anne farm in Vyeboom
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ArticleVietnam halts dragon fruit exports
Just months after gaining access to the US market, high costs and technical problems have brought shipments to a standstill
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ArticleStemilt earns PBH recognition
The group has been named as the first Non-Retail Role Model by the Produce for Better Health Foundation
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ArticleFresh Perspectives | March 2009
Dr David Gombas of the United Fresh Produce Association takes a look at third party auditing in the US
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ArticleBrand Dossier | Lola
Andalusia’s Hortyfruta has chosen a flamenco dancer to promote its members’ products as it embodies the finest qualities of the Spanish region, María José Pardo explained
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ArticleChinaGAP makes the grade
ChinaGAP has completed its benchmarking against worldwide production quality standard GlobalGAP.
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Somerset unveils healthy-eating DVD
Somerset County Council has launched a new DVD, called Kick Starting Health: Working together for the Future of Somerset’s Children, to promote healthy eating and exercise among children, families and schools in the county.
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South African grapefruit set fair
Southern African citrus exports are forecast to be in line with volumes shipped in 2008.
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ArticleMeal tickets to include fruit and veg
Politicians in France have set the ball rolling to allow meal tickets to be used for the purchase of fruit and vegetables
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ArticleDifficult season for Langkloof growers
A devastating drought which followed the flood damage of late 2007 is making things tough for growers in South Africa's Langkloof region
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ArticleHamburg Süd joins freight rise trend
The group is set to hike rates on its westbound transatlantic shipping services, it has revealed
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Liverpool in Rotterdam link
Liverpool Produce Terminal this week announced a feeder service linking it to Rotterdam, Europe’s major fresh produce hub.
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ArticleAndalusia presents united front
For the first time, more than 18,000 growers across the region of Andalusia have united under the newly formed organisation, Hortyfruta, to represent and strengthen their standing on the European stage. Alex Lawson visited the fertile fields of southern Spain to find out more.
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ArticleA perfect hat-trick
Last year’s Re:fresh Awards were a bumper affair for foodservice specialist Fresh Direct, which walked away with not just one, but two accolades to its name. Added to that, Parkfresh, a business acquired by Fresh Direct just a few weeks before the ceremony, also picked up its first ever Re:fresh prize. Laura Gould finds out how the 12 months since its triple triumph have panned out for the firm.
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ArticleDutch set on expansion drive
Dutch salad producers have secured a good reputation in the UK and are well- known for providing high-quality fresh produce in plentiful volumes. Despite the challenging economic climate, innovation remains firmly on the agenda. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleSoft-fruit category toughs out a difficult patch
The soft-fruit category has been fraught with difficulties in the last three months, with the weak sterling causing headaches and late Spanish supply pushing up prices. So how is the berry trade handling the situation? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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Fresh produce gears up for annual chocolate fight
Easter may still be a month away, but it is already being promoted heavily in most major supermarkets. Fresh produce is
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Industry upbeat in face of recession
With the industry social calendar well underway, I have greatly enjoyed, in particular, the hospitality of the Worshipful
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Business payment support service - a friend in need?
Adam Bernstein hosts FPJ’s monthly spotlight on the legislation that affects your business, and how you can use it to your advantage. This month, Paula Tallon outlines a new service from HMRC aimed at helping businesses pay their taxes.