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Produce World slashes water use
Vegetable supplier and grower Produce World has slashed water consumption at one of its sites by half.
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Coca-Cola steps up control of Innocent
The Coca-Cola Company has announced that it has increased its investment in UK-based smoothie giant Innocent by buying the majority of the founders' remaining shares, a deal that is subject to governmental approval.
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Best foot forward
Best Fresh Group believes a new supply model has been key to expanding trade with the UK. Mike Knowles visited the Netherlands to find out more
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Rise of the machines
New machinery could hold the key to improved profitability and efficiency in the fresh produce supply chain. Thomas Hobbs picks out some of the most eye-catching innovations
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Top-fruit supply faces chaos over DPA plans
The availability of southern hemisphere and US apples and pears on the shelves of British supermarkets is under serious threat after it emerged the EU plans to lower the maximum residue level for diphenylamine.
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BDA calls for better hospital food
The British Dietetic Association (BDA) has added its voice to calls for better-quality hospital food though the introduction of hospital food standards in England.
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CGMA tenants get first sight of new market plans
Covent Garden Market Authority (CGMA) and its development partner Vinci St Modwen (VSM) released the first image of the layout for the market at New Covent Garden at a presentation to tenants last week.
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Defining the point of difference is key
Enhancing the difference is a major tactic in produce retailing, and there are constantly new examples appearing. While easy
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Niche lines find their place
Growth in the exotics market is being driven by robust sales of avocados and melons, but there is also a strong showing from other smaller-volume lines
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Best laid plans
Pam Alexander has been appointed chair of Covent Garden Market Authority at an exciting time in the market’s redevelopment. Michael Barker met up with her and chief executive Jan Lloyd to find out what happens next
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A seasonal twist
Growers are calling for the debate on seasonal agricultural workers to centre not on immigration but on economics and food security. In the light of recent food scandals, politicians should be listening to them, writes Samantha Lyster
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A question of trust
With traceability of fresh food higher on the agenda than ever before, David Burrows asks what it all means for the public procurement sector
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Morocco seeks peace with Spain
Blasted by Spanish firms who claim they undermine the European market, Moroccan producers are gaining ground. Lisa Kjellsson speaks to businesses keen to collaborate across the borders
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Royal couple re-open Borough Market
Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall officially re-opened London’s Borough Market and the historic Three Crown Square market hall last week.
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New face for Interfarm UK
A leading agricultural and horticultural supply company has added a new face to its management team.
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Chris Redfern: Sterling’s moment lasts no more than a week
It couldn't last. A week ago sterling was celebrating its best week since April last year. Today it is lamenting its worst
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Helen Trevorrow: The industry must have a crisis management strategy ready in case disaster strikes
You don't have to look very far to see that the fresh produce industry is under the microscope. Consumers are outraged that
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Double tragedy at Blackmoor as two staff are found dead
Fruit grower and packer Blackmoor Estate in Hampshire has been hit by a double tragedy when two members of staff died at work earlier this week.
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Organic producers 'breaking the law'
Many organic producers are unwittingly breaking the law by failing to comply with DEFRA’s organic regulations, sector organisations claim.
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Tesco finishes bottom in satisfaction survey
A new study collating customer satisfaction scores for the UK's major supermarket chains has placed Tesco, the country's leader by market share, at the bottom of the list.