Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4822
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Bromopropolate gets new MRL
A new maximum residue level (MRL) for bromopropylate comes into force on October 25.
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ArticleWholesalers missing out
The introduction of the National School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme is not bringing the desired benefits to the wholesale sector, an industry leader has warned.
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Overtrading dangerously high in trade
Overtrading, or chasing volume at the expense of profit, could cause serious problems for the fresh produce industry, according to a recent report.
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ArticleAgrexco turnover soars in UK
Agrexco, the largest exporter of fruit, vegetables and flowers from Israel, has registered a 25 per cent increase in its UK turnover in the last 12 months.
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ArticleLettuce industry calls for unity
Leading lettuce growers are calling for greater control within the non-supermarket supply base to avoid further salmonella outbreaks.
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ArticleCarrot chairman warns of oversupply
“If growers get an Indian autumn the crop could be in surplus,” warned Clem Tompsett, chairman of the Carrot Growers’ Association, during its open day this week.
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ArticlePomegranate pomp
One of the most successful fresh produce brands in the US is preparing to make a significant impact on the UK marketplace. Tommy Leighton reports.
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ArticleCatering confidence
The foodservice and catering market is booming. As consumer affluence shows no sign of falling, how does fresh produce fit in and what are the opportunities? Ed Bedington reports.
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ArticleCanadian competition tough
Canadian apples complement the warmer climate varieties of the southern hemisphere arriving in the UK. Previously, Canada offered UK buyer’s price competitive supplies from North America. However, with the decline in the USD, attractive prices are no longer the only reason that Canadian apples remain popular, writes Anabella de Sousa.
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ArticleThe future is mechanical
Three presentations given at the HRI Warwick Robotics Conference last month gave an insight into the future of machinery use within different areas of the fresh produce industry. Tommy Leighton reports on potentially wide-reaching technological advancements for the vegetable, mushroom and fruit production industries.
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ArticleChiquita safeguards reputation
UK consumers have become used to reading stories about the allegedly unethical practices of multinational banana companies. The industry was placed in a position where it had to put its house in order, and Chiquita has led the way.
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ArticleBanana wars - the serial
Last month, the Journal reviewed a newly published book by Gordon Myers called Banana Wars. As part of our month-long profile on bananas, we will serialise parts of the book, over the next four weeks.
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Fire safety becomes the really hot topic
Adam Bernstein hosts a monthly look at one of the legislative aspects that most affect your business, how it is run and how it
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When Polish eyes are smiling
If I was a Polish mushroom grower with an eye on the UK market, I would be delighted to hear that the Irish industry, prompted
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PMA profile
In this month’s profile on the Produce Marketing Association, the US trade association for fruit and vegetables, PMA
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Are you the weakest link?
This is not an overwhelmingly good news week, as you will read elsewhere in these pages. Another food scare hits the
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Tomato energy rebates could go west
The tomato fraternity is in danger of losing significant potential energy rebates, according to a speaker at last week's TGA conference.
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ArticleMcGeary Mushrooms invests in Scotland with Cairns
Irish mushroom producer the McGeary Group has strengthened its Scottish operations with the purchase of Cairns Mushrooms.
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ArticleGreen apples a first for Kent
A Kent grower is claiming a breakthrough in the attempt to grow green apples in the UK.
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Sodexho feels the squeeze
Sodexho UK & Ireland registered a 5.6 per cent fall in sales during the 12 months to August 31.