All articles by Michael Barker – Page 131
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ArticleSimon Martin departs QV Foods
Sales and marketing director departs veg and potato giant suddenly following a decade at the business
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ArticleService for David Shapley
A public event for the late fresh produce journalist will take place in Surrey on 4 November
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ArticleTesco launches Italian potato line
Branston-supplied fresh new season potatoes will be in Tesco stores for six weeks from the end of October
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ArticleEntrepreneur calls for veg crisp funding
Nim's Fruit Crisps is using Tesco's BackIt platform to raise money to launch a line of healthy kids' snacks
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ArticleFresh produce sales soar at Nisa
Retailer credits revamped Heritage range and trends for top-up shopping for 22 per cent rise in fruit and veg sales
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ArticleFPC outlines Brexit wishlist
Industry body calls on government to take steps to safeguard the sustainability of the UK fresh produce trade
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ArticleLife Stories: Adrian Barlow
From soft drinks, paper clips and curtains to the most recognisable face in English apples and pears, Adrian Barlow has had a varied and colourful career. As he nears retirement, he describes the journey and his best memories to Michael Barker
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ArticleOne week to awards entry deadline
Now is the time to submit your entry for the UK Fruit & Vegetable Awards 2016, where the industry votes for their champions
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ArticleG’s targets French organic market
Grower eyes up "huge potential" of the French market following successful sales through Perpignan wholesaler
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VideoVideo: Brexit view from Spain
Michael Barker talks to Britain's deputy ambassador to Spain about Brexit, exports and promoting British science overseas
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ArticleWorldwide Fruit grows retail sales
Turnover at topfruit and avocado specialist rises despite the challenges faced by currency fluctuations
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ArticleMed-style diet 'helps fight heart disease'
Major new study suggests fruit, veg and oil-rich diet associated with Mediterranean countries has tangible benefits
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ArticleClapham and Macdonald quit Produce Investments
Chairman Barrie Clapham and finance director Brian Macdonald announce departures, as company reports reduced profits
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Article50 per cent sales boost for Langmead Herbs
Turnover at Sussex-based company rises thanks to new business gains and more trade with existing customers
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ArticleNFU calls for European adjudicator
Union's president argues British farmers and suppliers should have the same protections abroad as they have in the UK
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ArticleTesco listing for frozen acai brand
Sambazon makes move into retail as it looks to expand its presence in the British market
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ArticleFresh produce at heart of Aldi success
Aldi doubles UK sales in three years and puts fresh food at the centre of its future growth plan
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ArticleNationwide Produce sales smash £100m barrier
Turnover rises 35 per cent on the back of larger product range, new business and more stable supply in Europe
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ArticleLeeds food wholesaler "as bad as it gets"
Sing Kee slammed by transport commissioner for succession of failings in relation to its vehicle operation
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ArticleA Spanish adventure
Two former Redbridge employees have set up a new business supplying a wide range of Spanish produce to the UK