Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4399
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ArticleLEAF grower calls for intelligent pesticide use
In the very final instalment from the Crop Protection Association, LEAF farmer Philip Huxtable tells FPJ readers why the European Commission’s proposed changes to pesticide usage could prove problematic for much of the agriculture sector.
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Prevor’s perspective not so perishable
American journalist Jim Prevor, aka the internet’s very own Perishable Pundit, offers the US and global produce sector daily insight into the mechanisms of the Stateside fruit and veg industry. He gives Laura Gould the lowdown on events across the pond
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Rungis name up in the spotlight
It started in the same way that a storm in a clear sky somewhere over the south west of France tends to begin. You probably
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Remember, you read it here first
Reading is probably one of the best places in the UK to hear balanced opinions about the eventual impact of climate change.
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Tesco keeps piling on the pounds
Oh, to have a bad year like Tesco. It must be awful for its board to read the headlines of a downturn that accompany results
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ArticleMad fox in desert ride
Recruitment specialist Max McGillvray is to cycle through Death Valley - a 250-mile trek through the California and Nevada desert, for charity.
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ArticleProposed Egyptian laws meet with mixed reactions
A raft of new legislation drafted last week by Egypt’s ministry of agriculture in a bid to make the sector more competitive has been met with varying degrees of enthusiasm by the industry. Aaron Priel takes a look at recent developments, as reported in a leading Egyptian newspaper.
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Exosect strengthens formulations team
Exosect has announced the appointment of David Scott as formulations development manager, as part of its ongoing expansion programme.
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ArticleLocal apples in store at Booths
Booths has teamed up with a family-run farm in the heart of Cheshire to offer a range of traditional home-grown apples from October.
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Sainsbury's top dog at retail awards
Sainsbury’s picked up a number of accolades at last week’s Retail Industry Awards, held at London's Grosvenor House hotel.
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ArticleFresh herbs unveiled as stress-busters
New research from Cardiff University has revealed a daily diet of fresh herbs can help combat a range of serious stress-related conditions, including high blood pressure, insomnia and anxiety.
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Fyffes' first-half profits take a hit
First-half profits for fruit importer Fyffes have been knocked by losses at its melon joint venture in Brazil - with an 11 per cent drop reported.
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ArticleAsda potato buyer waves Magic wand
Asda is to extend its Extra Special range with the addition of Red Magic potatoes on Monday.
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Potato growers to get benchmarking CD
A benchmarking tool from the British Potato Council (BPC) is to be updated to help UK growers make sound financial decisions when planning ahead.
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ArticleMr Fruitness spearheads pear campaign
Fresh produce superhero Mr Fruitness will be used to promote the consumption of pears among European children this autumn.
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ArticleSmoothie firm not that Innocent
Smoothie specialist Innocent has been lambasted for its claims that its “superfood” drink removed bodily toxins and could supply more antioxidants than eating the recommended five daily portions of fruit and veg.
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Super-fresh fruit bars
Following news last week that consumers are looking for snacks that are both convenient and healthy, scientists in the US may have come up with a solution - an all-fruit snack bar that can stay fresh for two years.
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Debenhams gives top spot to Fresh Direct
Fresh Direct has been awarded the Debenhams 2006 Christmas Supplier of the Year award.
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More mail strikes announced
The Communications Workers Union (CWU) has announced further strike action - click here for full details.
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ArticleGrowers launch English top fruit at Sainsbury's
Kent top-fruit growers put in an appearance at a Sainsbury’s store in Tunbridge Wells on Friday to launch its English apple and pear season.