Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4888
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ArticleDelegation dynamic
OVER the last two months we have described the value of appraisal and how to set effective objectives. If employees are then to be encouraged to develop their potential by taking on new tasks or increased responsibilities then the next step is the delegation of responsibility. This month, therefore, you are invited to consider the benefits of effective delegation.
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Brazilian papaya push
In this week’s focus on exotics the Brazilian Association of Papaya Exporters speaks to the Journal about its efforts to increase worldwide sales. Roberto Pacca do Amaral Júnior, the association’s president and managing director of fresh fruit exporter Agra Produção e Exportaçào, gives his view on the industry.
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Pesticide suspicions confirmed
Dr Canice Nolan, head of pesticides at the European Commission, attended a Freshfel meeting last week at which he gave an
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Pain in store for produce
This week's analysis of the likely impact of the Morrisons takeover of Safeway gives plenty of food for thought.While it is
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ArticleGeest reports healthy profits
Geest has reported growth of 12 per cent and sales of £106 million for the year ending January 3.
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Morrisons reports profits surge
Morrisons has reported a healthy increase in its annual profits as it embarks on the challenge of absorbing Safeway into the business.
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School fruit heads north-east
The New Opportunities Fund (NOF) expanded the National School Fruit Scheme this week when it rolled the initiative out to four-to-six year-olds in north-east England today.
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ArticleG's Snackpot range is an Idea to Dine For
G's Marketing has won two awards in the Ideas to Dine For competition held at the Food and Drink Expo 2004 in Birmingham.
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Vitacress responds to criticism
Watercress and salads supplier Vitacress has spoken out after criticism of its environmental practices by a local activist.
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ArticleMorrisons 'all things to all men'
Morrisons's takeover of Safeway could put it in a position to be "all things to all men", but the store must tread carefully, analysts warn.
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ArticleCanadian producers visit Food and Drink Expo
The Canadian High Commission is a first time exhibitor at the Food and Drink Expo and is assisting eight Canadian food and drink specialists to break into the UK market.
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ArticleFyffes makes property disposal
Fyffes has announced that it has completed the disposal of its interest in its property joint venture in Dundalk, Ireland.
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FTA welcomes possible M6 toll charge change
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed hints from the M6 toll operator that it may consider reviewing its pricing structure.
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UK businesses join forces to fight climate change
Carbon Trust chief executive Tom Delay has welcomed the commitment by leading UK companies in the food and drink sector to fight climate change and cut CO2 emissions.
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Government announces new measures to tackle illegal workers
Home secretary David Blunkett has announced changes to the law will make it easier to prosecute companies who employ illegal workers.
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Asoex plays down Chile GM talk
The Chilean Exporters Association (Asoex) has distanced itself from reports concerning the development of genetically modified products in the country.
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EMRA top fruit storage day to see innovation
This year's East Malling Research Association top fruit storage members' day will see the launch of a new innovation.
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ArticleNational Vegetarian Week gets mushroom support
The Mushroom Bureau has announced it is supporting National Vegetarian Week for the third consecutive year.
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Metric Martyr dies
A greengrocer whose stubborn refusal to abandon imperial weights and measures led to him being dubbed a Metric Martyr has died from a suspected heart attack at the age of 39.
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ArticleWell Pict forms new supply association
Well Pict (UK) Ltd has announced a new supply association with J Scott and Co for the forthcoming strawberry season.