Meldungen aus Europa – Page 5140
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Germans launch Five-a-day
Following the example set in the US, the UK and other European countries, Germany has launched its own 5-a-day campaign.
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Fresh garlic abandoned
Around 200 tonnes of fresh garlic have been stranded in Malta, and potential buyers are sought.
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Run-off revises apple estimates down
Early indications from France are for broadly similar levels of apple production to last year following fruit run-off in late spring.
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Gardener strips lady of title
Viscountess Villiers gives up title, after falling in love with, and marrying, a gardener.
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British parents resort to bribery
Many UK parents admit to bribing their children with desserts, increased pocket money and other treats to get them to eat vegetables, according to a new survey published today.
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Tough times for Med fly in Chile
A Chilean agronomist does not believe the recently discovered pest will find life in Chile sweet.
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TGA queries latest GM research
Tomato growers in the UK are not convinced by the latest research into health benefits of genetically engineered tomatoes.
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Poor weather set to reduce potato and vegetable yields
Growers warn that potato and vegetable yields may be adversely affected following the wettest April and May on record for many parts of the UK.
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Government aid for US apple-growers
The US Apple Association president Kraig Naasz (pictured)has welcomed the action of Congress last week to approve $15million in loans for apple growers as well as $200 million for apple purchases as part of its farm relief bill.
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Apples linked to reduced stroke risk
A new study carried out by Finnish researchers suggests that apple consumption can boost cardiovascular health.
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Strawberry season tries Spanish patience
Thanks to the highest rainfall levels in 50 years and tricky market conditions, Spanish strawberry-growers are reaching the end of a disastrous season.
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Packaging waste victory
The Fresh Produce Consortium has gained agreement from authorities for a more straight-forward arrangement over packaging-waste compliance for smaller companies.
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Engineered tomato has vitamin boost
Scientists in the UK report that they have engineered tomato plants which contain three times normal beta-carotene levels.
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Producers team up for deliveries
Producer in the East Midlands are coming together to launch a home delivery scheme to market and distribute their produce locally through a consumer freephone and internet service.
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Eucofel measures confidence in produce
The 45th annual conference of Eucofel was held in The Hague last week. Consumer Confidence in Fruit & Veg was selected as its theme.
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Internet to explode in fresh produce
Within five years, the internet will have made a profound impact on the fresh produce industry, says CIMO president Michel Jansen.
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hairyape.co.uk goes live
hairyape.co.uk went live this week. The website aims to link fresh fruit, vegetable and flower companies throughout the fresh produce supply chain.
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Argentinean lemon sendings pick up
Fine weather in Argentina's lemon production areas has given a boost to the season.
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Super broccoli to combat cancer
A new broccoli hybrid developed in the UK is set to play a role in the fight against cancer, if it is successful in nutritional trials next year.
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Farmers' markets generate millions for cash-strapped producers
The Farmers' Markets - Business Survey study has found that the modern-day equivalent of an age-old direct selling format is booming in Great Britain.