Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4227
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Interpoma forum to discuss local trend
Despite growth in sales of locally grown apples in the UK, plenty of opportunities still exist for exporters, says organiser Kurt Werth
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ArticleFuel facts for commercial vehicles
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has published its latest Fuel Price and Duty Fact Sheet, which illustrates the gulf in prices between the UK and the rest of Europe.
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CMA CGM/CSCL service underway
A new joint shipping service began with a visit to the HHLA Container Terminal Burchardkai this week
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Poll sparks research debate
Freshinfo pollsters believe the UK industry undervalues research and development.
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Univeg, Chiquita confirm Atlanta deal
The €65m acquisition of German fresh produce distributor Atlanta by Univeg has been completed, both parties have confirmed
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ArticleGooseberries nobody's fool
Gooseberries have been the surprise success of the summer soft-fruit crop this year, some retailers and suppliers report.
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ArticleChile “concerned” by carbon debate
European demand for carbon-friendly products has prompted Chile’s fruit sector to seek ways to lower its footprint in order to remain competitive
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ArticleFDA approves salad irradiation in the US
Iceberg lettuce and fresh spinach can now be subjected to higher doses of irradiation to control bacteria
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ArticleFresh-cut sales soar in Spain
Spanish fresh cut sales have experienced strong sales growth during the first half of 2008, new figures have revealed
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ArticleRisk-based approach looms for assurance
Assured Produce is likely to move to a more risk-based approach in the future in response to a changing environment, CMi ceo Mike Thomas has forecast.
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ArticlePWP launches rainbow packaging series
The biodegradable and sustainable range of colourful cartons are aimed at enhancing the appeal of items such as perishable products to youngsters
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Organic farming growth in Germany
Last year, Germany experienced a significant increase in organic production area, ZMP has reported
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ArticleBristol goes mad for dragon fruit
Bristol has discovered its taste for dragon fruit this week, thanks to a bold initiative by local wholesaler Bristol Fruit Sales.
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ArticleTowers of strength
Mid Kent Growers and Norman Collett look forward to the new English season in the belief that both their own growers and the industry at large are in a position of strength.
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ArticleTotal wholesale
The creation of Total Produce was inarguably a key moment in the evolution of the UK wholesale sector. Twenty months into its existence, the group’s commitment to the wholesale markets remains as firm as ever, while purchases of companies outside the market environment have increased its regional presence. The company has steered clear of major activity in London to date, but a quiet revolution has been taking place at its operation in Scotland’s first city. In the first of a series of articles on the structure and strategy of Total Produce’s UK wholesale business, Tommy Leighton visits its Edinburgh facility.
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ArticleRisk aversion
With escalating food costs and supermarket price wars making headlines on an almost daily basis, the concept of food security has shot to the top of the agenda for both government and media in recent months. But how much of a risk does the notion really represent to a wealthy nation such as the UK? And what can be done to mitigate its impact in years to come? Laura Gould investigates.
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ArticleRecruiters work smarter to beat crunch
Securing the right person for a specialist job in the fresh produce sector can be an exact science that takes time, effort and investment. As the current economic climate continues to throw up challenges, Doris Lee Butterworth interviews fresh produce recruitment agencies about their upcoming plans.
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ArticleAllium alert
Growing and harvesting conditions for both onion and garlic crops in the UK are signalling a healthy season, but if the rain continues to fall the picture could change very quickly. It is now a waiting game. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports.
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ArticleNo overhang, lower volumes, what could possibly go wrong?
It makes a nice change to report that the apple industry seems set fair as the northern hemisphere takes over the reins for another season. Industry collaboration has helped the annual switch become far less blurred by oversupply, writes Tommy Leighton.
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Schools backed by USDA
In this month’s round-up of events across the pond, a significant uplift in funding is announced for a Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program for schools across the US and the Produce Marketing Association honours Nunhems’ Intense tomato.