All articles by Mike Knowles – Page 60
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ArticleBanana trade 'losing fight against TR4'
Leading authority on fungal disease threatening to wipe out Cavendish bananas says variety's days are numbered
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ArticleSpain 'yet to replace Russian produce market'
Head of produce export association Fepex suggests efforts to secure alternative markets have not been enough
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ArticlePound at lowest euro rate since October
Devaluation piles pressure on produce business, with more than half the UK's fruit and veg imports bought from the eurozone
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ArticleDelhaize delights in Drôles range success
Belgian retailer says it has managed to rescue more than 500 tonnes of previously unsold fresh fruit and vegetables
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ArticleAustrian produce wholesaler declared bankrupt
Zeilberger's import, storage. ripening, sales and distribution operations are to be restructured, says administrator
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ArticleCarrefour debuts new organic area
New Bio Experience department at its Chambourcy hypermarket includes local, seasonal and responsibly sourced produce
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ArticleLawsuit says Walmart stole freshness tech
Tech firm Zest Labs accuses retailer of copying its Zest Fresh system to develop project of its own called Eden
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ArticleLeave room for marketing, says packaging provider
Italian company Sorma Group is poised to return to Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong as demand in Asia grows
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ArticleScientists identify TR4-resistant bananas
A team of researchers working in the Netherlands has apparently found cultivars that might eventually replace Cavendish
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ArticleStar quality key to Rainier success
A delicate, thin-skinned rarity, the limited-edition cherry is enjoying its moment in the supermarket spotlight
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ArticleCobana names new managing directors
Trio of appointments from within reflect desire for continuity at leading German fresh produce company
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ArticleHeat is on for Dutch apples and pears
With additional watering, production of both major topfruit categories is expected to increase in the Netherlands
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ArticleChiquita backs efforts to tackle TR4
Chief executive Andrew Biles set to open summit of industry experts in Boston as concerns about fungal disease grow
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ArticlePolymer Logistics: wood look here to stay
Gianpaolo Mezzanotte of Polymer Logistics believes there is more to come for its pioneering produce crate system
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ArticleHaskap poised for commercial breakthrough
EFSA approval for 'superfood' berry brings it one big step closer to becoming a regular sight on supermarket shelves
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ArticleJingold ready to roll out red kiwifruit
Company says it is preparing to step up its marketing efforts in Asia with a broader range of products this coming season
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ArticleUnifrutti expands wholesale business in Italy
Supplier adds to existing wholesale centre in Verona with new concession at Rome's Agri-Food Centre
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ArticleFull launch for Sweet & Sunny
The Greenery's branded soft fruit range aims to repeat success of Spanish strawberry trial for five different products
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ArticleAlbert Heijn: wild about potato sustainability
The Dutch retail chain is working with suppliers and environmental groups to boost biodiversity in the Netherlands
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ArticleThe Greenery launches Summer Fruit Festival
Online campaign aims to connect with younger consumers by offering them fresh, seasonal and tuneful inspiration