Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4504
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Another step for speciality
It’s been a busy month for the Produce Marketing Association (PMA), as it actively endorses a variety of new initiatives, puts a wedge of the industry’s money where its mouth is and represents fresh produce in the ongoing food-safety debate.
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Certification could become hassle-free
In this month’s IT column, we investigate a new online service designed to take the worry out of tracking suppliers’ certification credentials, and take a look at the difference that the Fresh Dynamics solution has made to one company. RFID also comes under fire for a possible intrusion into consumer privacy.
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ArticleNew packhouse to boost SA sendings
Fruit exports from one of South Africa’s leading fruit-growing regions have been boosted by the opening of a new packhouse, at Joubertina in the Langkloof.
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ArticleJazz tunes up for Fruity Friday
Jazz apples are again throwing their weight behind World Cancer Research Fund UK’s (WCRF) ‘Fruity Friday’ event on May 25.
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The real impact of petty price fight
A damning report published this week by development agency ActionAid suggests that the low prices enjoyed by UK supermarket
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Fierce accusations levelled at UK retail
A damning report produced by development agency ActionAid has suggested that the low prices enjoyed by British supermarket shoppers are the result of a denial of basic human rights in some of the world’s poorest countries, along with poor wages and job insecurity.
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ArticleSpring is in the air at Adrian Scripps
The early spring has created ideal blossoming conditions for both dessert apples and pears.
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Dry times ahead for Australia's agricultural farmers
Australia's prime minster, John Howard announced last week that the nation's agricultural heartland of the Murray Darling basin in the east will face a ban on irrigation so that there will be enough water to drink.
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Salmonella scare in lettuce
Lamb’s lettuce produced by Florette has been recalled after a risk of salmonella contamination was detected.
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Secret weapon unveiled in lung cancer fight
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin in the US have discovered that consuming pomegranates could potentially help reduce the growth and spread of lung cancer cells.
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Ireland to host biotech conference
It has been announced that Ireland will be the venue for the 2008 Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference, the first time the country has hosted the event.
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Now Middle East invests in Sainsbury's
The Sainsbury’s saga takes a new turn, as an investment company linked to the Qatari royal family becomes a major shareholder.
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US youngsters to get helping hand from PHB
The Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) in the US has announced the launch of its Campaign for Children’s Health, a five-year programme aimed at encouraging mothers to get their youngsters eating more fruits and vegetables.
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ArticleNew features for Royal Show
Organisers of this year’s Royal Show are promising a number of new features and highlights for the July 1-4 event.
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ArticleThe Co-op scoops green crown
The Co-operative Group has scooped a Queen’s Award for Enterprise for its pioneering position on Fairtrade and its green credentials.
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ArticleRe:fresh Awards sold out - download conference programme here
The Re:fresh Awards 2007 are a total sellout, after the announcement of finalists last Friday sparked a rush for the final available tables. Download the Conference programme.
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Clean bill of health for F&V
No samples of fruit or vegetables supplied to schools last autumn were found to have pesticides above the legal limit.
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ArticleGLA/ALP welcome undercover BBC operation
The Gangmasters Licensing Authority and the Association of Labour Providers have applauded a BBC News investigation into illegal practices. The ALP tells labour users and their customers that they should not abdicate responsibility.
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ArticleTop fruit storage boost
A series of storage trials evaluating the benefits of ethylene scrubbers is expected to improve overall quality and in some cases lengthen the season.