News from FPJ – Page 143
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ArticleTuber Group completes MyFresh deal
Fruit and veg supplier raises £4.8m to secure purchase of UK prepared produce business
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ArticleSharp fall in Spain’s July exports
Adverse weather hits production in Spain and leads to drop in export volume and value for July
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ArticleLidl sales soar as inflation bites
The discounter remains fastest growing grocery retailer in UK as consumers tighten belts, NielsenIQ finds
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ArticleIceland promotes produce in brain health campaign
Iceland Foods will promote fruit, veg and salads across all UK stores this month as part of a consumer initiative to help combat dementia
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ArticleNew drying techniques adopted by SA raisin growers
Drying practices among several initiatives adopted by the South African industry to improve quality
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ArticleRijk Zwaan brings ‘colourful life’ to Bangkok
Breeding company to host melon event in lead-up to Asia Fruit Logistica
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ArticleMission sets up UK distribution centre
Avocado giant looks to optimise supply chain into Europe
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ArticleCompanies sign vertical farming manifesto
More than 20 vertical farming companies have committed to a Vertical Farming Identity Statement and Industry Manifesto
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ArticleKeyGene seminar highlights benefits of DNA analysis in produce breeding
DNA analysis can boost efficiency in selecting favourable traits in the fruit sector, according to experts ahead of the KeyGene seminar
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ArticlePeru and Mexico take larger slice of blueberry market
The two countries have capitalised on growing demand for fresh biueberries worldwide, according to the International Blueberry Organization
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ArticleSevere challenges ahead for Italian apple exporters
Less fruit to sell, smaller sizes, faster ripening and lower market prices mean tough months ahead for companies like Vip Val Venosta
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ArticleChris Bavin shares vision for greengrocers’ trade body
BBC presenter and former greengrocer wants to build UK network of businesses to make them easier to find at what he sees as a time of opportunity for independent fresh produce retailers
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ArticleCosta Rica sets out stall as premium supplier to UK retailers
The opening of a new trade office in London signals its renewed focus on the UK market with a diverse portfolio of products
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Article‘Difficult year’ for squash and pumpkins, says Barfoots
Small fruit and an early start to the season are expected this year, but hopes are high for product quality, according to Barfoots’ brand and marketing manager Kim Barfoot-Brace
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ArticleDole Ireland awarded sustainability accolade
Origin Green ’gold status’ recognises the efforts of members that have achieved “exceptional annual performance” on their sustainability targets
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ArticleJupiter staff consider legal action
Staff from fallen produce firm Jupiter are considering taking legal action over alleged company failure to consult them prior to redundancies
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ArticleExpectations high for Kissabel apple campaign
European Kissabel partners predict a relatively short season marked by high demand for the red-flesh apple range
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ArticleGreenyard issues 2022 sustainability report
Group reports on a year that saw progress along the company’s Sustainability Roadmap 2025
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ArticleMorePeople makes tree-planting pledge
Recruiter is tapping into the (more : trees) initiative to plant trees for all its job placements
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ArticleExtreme weather challenges UK blackcurrant growers
Hot, dry summer causes difficulties for producers as sector invests in climate-resilient varieties