Meldungen aus Europa – Page 4904
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ArticleMorocco upgrades to compete
Logistical improvements and better presentation have strengthened Morocco’s citrus offer in recent years, as has this season’s focus on the UK pre-Christmas market. Emma Hatfield reports.
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Belize processes in place
The Belize citrus crop forecast for 2003-04 revealed an expected production of approximately 6.4 million boxes of fruit, mostly for the processing sector. This is an increase of about 20 per cent on last year’s crop.
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ArticleServing up a citrus Treatt
New citrus products are going down a treat in the flavour and fragrance industries, providing another outlet for producers. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleMTEX gets to market early
Jaffa’s post-Christmas easy peeler business goes from strength to strength in the UK, through Mehadrin Tnuport Export. Emma Hatfield reports.
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Londis appoints five new directors
Londis has announced the appointment of five new independent directors.
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ArticleSoft fruit growers warned of disease threat
UK strawberry growers are being warned to be on the look out for a new disease.
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ArticleNew grapefruit expected to increase consumption
New Israeli sweet grapefruit forecast to “significantly increase consumption” of the fruit.
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ArticleNational Schools Fruit Scheme to be extended
The government’s National Schools Fruit Scheme is to be extended to the south west of England from November.
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ArticleSyngenta introduces new device to aid disease control
Syngenta has announced a new version of the Nemathorin Cartridge will be available this season for the control of potato cyst nematode and wireworm suppression.
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ArticleDon't let your guard down, potato store managers warned
Failing to make standard, everyday checks in potato stores is commonplace at this time of year adding to the annual 400,000 tonnes of avoidable loss from Britain's stores, warns the British Potato Council (BPC).
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ArticleFTA anger over government's green policy
The Freight Transport Association(FTA) has condemned the government for changing its policy on grants intended to promote environmentally friendly vehicles and fuels.
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ArticlePotato trials battle against Black Dot
A leading UK potato researcher has warned that Black Dot is the most important disease in devaluing potato crops, but new trials show Amistar can reduce the problem.
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Former UK md named as Chiquita European president
Michel Loeb has been made Chiquita Fresh Group's European president by Chiquita Brands International.
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ArticleChileans pack their bags for Europe
A 20-person delegation led by the Chilean Exporters Association, ASOEX, will be among the many thousands of visitors to the 12th annual Fruit Logistica Fair held in Berlin, February 5 to 7.
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ArticleFairtrade fortnight only a month away
This year’s Fairtrade Fortnight runs from March 1-14, as the organisation looks to build on the success experienced to date.
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ArticleCherries and berries switch sources
Chilean cherries are coming to the season's end and strawberry buyers are looking eagerly towards Morocco.
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ArticleTrade considers C-store situation
The trade has been left considering the shape of retailing to come with the announcement of Tesco's £53.7 million cash bid for Administore, and possible similar convenience store takeovers by Somerfield, Sainsbury's or the Co-op.
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ArticleSeminis sails on
In response to growing consumer interest in health issues, vegetable seed company Seminis is working hard to develop a range of products with additional health benefits, while maintaining its position as a market leader. John Broy reports.
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ArticleWinds brush Valencia citrus
High winds in Valencia earlier this week and periodically throughout January have been knocking oranges from trees as the Spanish citrus season enters its second half.
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ArticleLate, but in good shape
Season extension has been the recent focus of Spanish berry production with attention on early varieties. Unwelcome news then, that thanks to mixed climatic conditions the start of the strawberry season has been delayed. Emma Hatfield reports.