Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4371
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ArticleWater flows to forefront
Until recently, water-use efficiency (WUE) was not a big issue for many growers in the UK. There were few restrictions on water abstraction and the cost was negligible. But climate change, competition for water between different users and new regulations have changed all that, and brought WUE to the forefront of growers’ minds. In part two of Warwick HRI’s climate change series for FPJ, Dr Andrew Thompson tells us how to stay afloat.
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ArticleAn industry far from wooden in attitude
As environmental sustainability becomes increasingly important to the fresh produce industry, the timber pallet trade has never looked better. TIMCON, the timber packaging and pallet confederation, is making sure that its members are ready to make the most of its recyclable and environment-friendly product. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports from Scotland.
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ArticleBartlett’s bounty
Raising the profile of the humble potato is no mean feat, but Re:fresh 2007 Packer of the Year Albert Bartlett has risen to the challenge with gusto. John Hicks talks to Doris Lee Butterworth about the company’s high-profile campaign and its forward-thinking strategy.
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ArticleGlasgow change afoot
Glasgow market has long been a focal point for the fresh produce trade in Scotland, situated near the centre of the thriving centre of the country’s second city, with strong transport links. But the way the market is operated may be about to change. Glasgow City Council may cease to run the market directly from April and has proposed a number of alternative set-ups. So what does this mean for the only wholesale market of note in Scotland? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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Adam Bernstein hosts the FPJ’s monthly spotlight on the legislation that affects your business
Adam Bernstein hosts the FPJ’s monthly spotlight on the legislation that affects your business, and how you can use it to your advantage. This month, Bryn Morgan outlines recent reforms to the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1954.
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A pledge to the European Commission from the World Union of Wholesale Markets
The World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) is a non-profit member association that has been in existence since 1955. We seek
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Advent of New Year augurs well
As we move towards drawing a line under 2007, and the industry works frantically to fulfil those last orders before Christmas,
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Wholesale will defy its critics
Before I became a cub reporter, I cut my commercial teeth in what is now known as Covent Garden, working for the best part of
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Markets suffer in two-paced trade
While we constantly hear that the pace of change in this industry has never been greater, it is still true that there are some
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Sun World offers aid to Peruvian victims
Sun World has presented a cheque for nearly $30,000 (£15,000) to the Peruvian minister of agriculture, to assist the victims of the August 15 earthquake that struck the Peruvian region of Ica.
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ArticleAsia Fruit Logistica moves to Hong Kong
The second edition of Asia Fruit Logistica will take place in Hong Kong, from September 10-12, 2008.
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Citrus groves expanding in Israel
Citrus trees have not been so thick on the ground in Israel since the 1930s, according to data released by the ministry of agriculture's extension service.
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Olympic and Terra Natura to join forces
Olympic Fruit International BV and Terra Natura International BV have signed a letter of intent to forge a strategic co-operation plan together.
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ArticlePauleys recognises suppliers' contribution
Three firms have been honoured by foodservice specialist Pauleys in its supplier awards for 2007.
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ArticleNew technology for Israeli date crops
Israeli researchers are applying a new technology process for disinfecting Medjoul dates.
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EU competitiveness will decline without action
An independent report for the European Commission says the competitiveness of the EU food sector will decline against competing regions, unless governments and industry acts.
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US fruit feud heads to court
A fruit feud has broken out in the US, with the agricultural departments of California and Florida at loggerheads over citrus.
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ArticleNZ apple firms unite
New Zealand firms Fruitpackers (HB) Co-operative Limited (Fru-Pak) and Freshco have announced the formation of a new joint venture company, to be known as Freshco Fruitpackers Ltd.
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ArticleLittle St Nic gives Tesco helping hand
St Nicholas Court Farms is helping Tesco promote the ‘buy local’ message to customers this Christmas, with a special event to be held at Tesco Extra in Broadstairs on December 19.
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ArticleTNS: Morrisons on song
Morrisons is celebrating its best 12-week performance since 2002, according to the latest TNS data.