Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4550
-
Article
Kiwis tackle labour crisis
The labour authorities in New Zealand have declared a seasonal labour shortage in Hawke’s Bay as the top-fruit harvest is about to start.
-
Article
Florette acts quickly on watercress
Florette and the Food Standards Agency have acted fast to contain a potential salmonella outbreak.
-
ArticleUK produce purchases on the up
People in the UK are buying more fruit and vegetables, according to Defra’s latest statistics.
-
ArticleNo Finnish to pepper problem?
As the agricultural office of the Spanish Embassy said this week that the situation involving use of illegal pesticides on capsicum was “under control”, authorities in Finland announced the discovery of the pesticide in consignments from Almeria.
-
ArticleFPJ delayed by wind
Due to extremely high winds and resultant road closures, the Royal Mail has informed us that it was unable to collect this week’s Fresh Produce Journal from our printer, in Buxton, yesterday.
-
Article
Aussie wholesalers stand up to growers
In a move that might interest UK wholesale market traders, Australian fruit and vegetable wholesalers have issued a raft of specifications to stop growers from sending in second grade produce and expecting a first grade price.
-
ArticleCauli supply wobble
Vegetable production is hugely important to Cornwall’s economy, and the region boasts an ideal early growing location thanks to its temperate climate. However, erratic temperatures have upset the area’s staple winter cauliflower supply this season. Emma Twyning reports.
-
ArticleThe fuel of our future
Healthy eating in schools has been topping the social agenda for some years, aided by the efforts of some high-profile celebrities. But, what is going on behind the scenes? And is any of it actually making a difference to how much fruit and veg our children are eating? Elspeth Waters reports.
-
Article
Another new year, another chance to shine
There is every indication this week that with the New Year celebrations swiftly over, the high street retailers are back in
-
Article
Time for suppliers to share the joy
Total Produce wasted little time in making its presence felt in the UK. It promised to pursue acquisitions on its demerger
-
Article
High winds and high-sided vehicles
Following many reports of overturned lorries during today's gales and the associated disruption to motorways and trunk roads, the Freight Transport Association has asked its members to carefully consider decisions on scheduling and routeing of high sided vehicles.
-
Article
California freeze creates opportunity
A devastating freeze in California has obliterated at least half of the citrus crop remaining on trees and opened up opportunities for Spanish senders.
-
Article
FSA launches traffic light ads
The Food Standards Agency has launched a TV advert and accompanying marketing campaign to raise awareness to its traffic light colour-coded system, which now appears on food labels in several major retail chains.
-
Article
M&S to link up with Taiwan retailer
Marks & Spencer is to launch a joint venture with one of Taiwan’s leading retailers in May a bid to strengthen its overseas presence.
-
ArticleEat in Colour hits the headlines
After many months of preparation and planning, the fresh produce industry’s Eat in Colour campaign has been launched to consumer media today, so keep a look out for coverage in national and regional papers and on regional radio stations.
-
ArticleEat reds and greens to beat cancer
Combining red and green produce could help men combat prostate cancer, a study has found.
-
Article
FTA appoints new managers
The Freight Transport Association has announced the appointment of a number of new managers.
-
ArticleSex sells garlic
Garlic sales were boosted by almost a third after it was named an aphrodisiac in adverts for a BBC food show, according to supermarket giant Asda.
-
ArticleRussell Burgess dies, aged 89
Russell Burgess, one of the best-known names in the UK potato and vegetable sectors has died, aged 89.