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ArticleSainsbury's reports bumper British crop
Sainsbury’s has announced that it expects to sell more than 5,000 tonnes of British vegetables this autumn, while greater volumes of topfruit will also be available after an unseasonally warm September and October.
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ArticleAPL scoops global carrier award
Global container shipping business APL recognised as industry leader at this year’s Containerisation International Awards
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ArticleIPL profits rise after Asda deal
International Produce Ltd has reported a fourfold rise in profits as Asda increases the level of produce it buys through its direct sourcing arm.
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Spanish growers leave their fields
Growers in south-eastern Spain are abandoning their fields as the economic crisis bites.
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ArticleAsda signs up to carbon tracking scheme
Asda has become the latest company to join an industry-led, voluntary scheme to measure and ultimately reduce carbon dioxide emissions from lorries and vans.
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Booths refinancing for ambitious store programme
Regional retailer Booths has refinanced its debt and is investing in a new store-opening programme.
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ArticleMarket consultation slammed by traders
Birmingham City Council has launched a consultation with traders on its Pershore Street wholesale market to the dismay of traders who say it is reneging on previous agreements about issues as basic as funding.
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European pallet campaign launched
The European Federation of Wooden Pallet and Packaging manufacturers (FEFPEB) has announced a new PR campaign to promote wood as the raw material of choice for pallets and packaging.
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JD Cooling Systems lands gong
Fresh produce refrigeration specialist JD Cooling Systems was recognised for its support of young people at a recent awards ceremony.
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UN reports food risk increase
Food price volatility featuring high prices is likely to continue and possibly increase, exposing farmers and growers to food insecurity and making them more vulnerable to poverty, according to a new report.
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ArticleSuper sweet Roman onion set for UK debut
A super sweet French onion that was grown by the Romans has been produced in Britain for the first time as part of a push on UK innovation.
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ArticlePakistan explores mango sea shipments to US
Pakistan hopes to ship its mangoes by sea to the US in future, making trade more profitable for exporters
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ArticleVal Venosta apples fly into action
Airport promotions and free balloon flights set to feature in new-season marketing campaign for Val Venosta apples
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ArticleDole acquires Fafi Fresh Cuts Oy
Investment marks the start of 'new growth for fresh-cut products in Finland', Dole Europe says
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ArticleBuyers to feature in stonefruit event
Fruit Attraction will include a stonefruit forum with contributions from leading fruit and vegetable buyers
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ArticleHigh hopes for Argentinean cherries
Providing the UK market with first season southern hemisphere cherries at a time when the product is scarce, Argentinean growers are heading for a bumper crop and good returns before Chilean supply takes the reigns. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports
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ArticleHealing the sick
With the government cutting millions of pounds from every department’s budget, hospitals are having to become more creative than ever to provide their patients with the healthy meals they need. Fiona McLelland reports
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ArticleUK vegetable growers prepare for a tough season
It’s been a steady summer for the vegetable sector, but not the easiest of years. Two well-known names have left the business and this month, the sector was knocked again when it was implicated in a UK E. coli outbreak. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports
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ArticleColombia's Flower Power
recently showcased its strength at the 20th Proflora trade show in Bogotá. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports from the South American flower exhibition
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Retail pressure on suppliers is building with price war
When it comes to buying or selling, few relationships can ever be described as easy, and recent events affecting a wide