All articles by Michael Barker – Page 102
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ArticleCornish new potatoes hit shelves
Tesco begins stocking Branston-supplied 2019 crop, which heralds the start of the mainland new potato season
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ArticleAmazon extends Morrisons delivery
'Morrisons at Amazon' ultra-fast delivery initiative to be rolled out across more UK cities this year
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ArticleCosta Rica looks ahead
At the recent International Banana Congress Michael Barker caught up with Jorge Sauma, boss of the Costa Rican banana corporation Corbana, which organised the event
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ArticleCo-op backs NFU flower pledge
Retailer commits to fair treatment of ornamental suppliers, more price certainty and backing for British
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ArticleLidl unveils £500m London plan
Discounter to open 40 new stores and a new head office in Tolworth as part of major capital investment
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ArticleMBE for Barbara Bray
Nuffield scholar receives honour from the Queen for services to food nutrition
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Article'Great potential' for potato exports to Asia
Frozen and snacking potato products are particularly in demand as Asian consumers favour western foods, according to AHDB report
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ArticleExperts outline staff-retention initiatives
Panel at London Produce Show explain strategies to help recruit and retain staff
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ArticleClimate change hits banana production
British scientist tells International Banana Congress that conditions are becoming more conducive to the spread of disease
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ArticleA taste of branding
Legendary chef Pierre Koffmann is fronting a new brand aiming to help chefs make the best decisions with their produce
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AnalysisCrispr: A silver bullet for bananas?
Expert says regulation is the only thing standing between the banana industry and a solution to a whole host of common problems
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ArticleLow banana prices temper sales optimism
Figures from Cirad show that despite record imports of bananas into Europe, returns are also hitting new depths
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Article‘Living wage’ for Dutch banana suppliers
Agreement sees supermarkets agree to pay sustainable returns in move that could be replicated across Europe
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ArticleExperts seek TR4 breakthrough
Delegates at the International Banana Congress hear how scientists are stepping up their search for solutions to TR4 threat
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ArticleEU chemical stance ‘threatens banana trade’
International Banana Congress hears how EU’s tough line on chemicals and plastic use is hitting production
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ArticleBanana trade set for rosy future
Industry expert forecasts a bright future for the banana sector, but warns that pricing and shipping issues will have to be overcome
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ArticlePrepared for all seasons
The long, hot summer of 2018 boosted volume sales of prepared salad and veg, but suppliers aren’t resting on their laurels as they look to grow
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ArticleEat acquisition to boost Pret's veg offer
Fast-snacking chain promises wide rollout of its Veggie Pret format following acquisition of rival retailer
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ArticleGoatham launches Royal Gala first
Kent grower develops branded line of home-grown Royal Gala packs, available in summer in a British first
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ArticleBelgian Boom
Key UK supplier Belgium is making the best of the Brexit uncertainty and believes its quality offer will keep winning it customers. Michael Barker reports