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ArticleRPA frustration takes toll as Smith steps down at Northern
John Smith is to step down as chairman of producer organisation (PO) Northern Mushrooms Ltd (NML), citing the increasing demands of paperwork.
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ArticleRoyal Star rises in the west
Tex Starr Distributing in south Texas has launched a new sweet papaya variety, Royal Star.
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Slovenia set to welcome Prognosfruit
The World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) has opened registrations for European top-fruit crop forecast event Prognosfruit 2011.
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ArticleColombian banana yields fall
Banana yields in Colombia fell by 16 per cent through the first quarter of 2011 following torrential rains that have devastated some growing regions.
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ArticleAsda makes fresh investment
Asda is investing £27 million in the next phase of its fresh food quality improvement initiative.
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New IT system out
A new IT solution has been developed specifically for the fresh produce industry.
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ArticleFreshfel supports European Obesity Day
Freshfel Europe reiterates message about dietary importance of fresh fruit and vegetables
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ArticleGlobal companies work together in China
The close working relationship between a number of international companies in China was emphasised recently during a trade dinner in Shanghai
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ArticleFPJ conference line-up strengthens
Registrations are now open for the FPJ Conference - South East event, to be held at the Oakwood House Hotel, Maidstone, Kent on 23 June.
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Article'No bidders' for Valparaiso Terminal 2
Despite an initial 18 companies showing interest in T2, none entered a bid before the deadline
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ArticleRe:fresh honours Sir Ken Morrison
The winners have been crowned at the annual Re:fresh Awards, which recognises the cream of the UK fresh produce industry
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ArticleSustainable focus at Hamburg Süd
Positive assessment from new sustainability study shows that the shipping group is active in implementing activities
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ArticleStaay Food acquires Hispa Fruit stake
While the companies will operate independently, the agreement will see cooperation in cultivation and sourcing
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Zespri T&G court case rumbles on
As the court case between Turners & Growers and Zespri rumbles on, T&G is seeking damages of over $2 million from kiwifruit exporter Zespri
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ArticleMarketing masterclass
Trying to create an effective marketing plan for your business? Put your pen down. Marketing consultant Paul Clapham reveals some tips for how to get you started
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ArticleIndies flourish as flower sector evolves
It is well known that flowers and pot plants are considered luxuries and post-recession, this has set a challenge for a dynamic sector. The supermarkets are taking hold of the category, while florists are pushing creativity and adding value. Elizabeth O’Keefe examines what it takes to succeed in the current climate
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ArticleOrganics take on price matching challenge
Organic produce growers and suppliers are seeing prices squeezed more than ever in order to compete with conventional lines. Anna Sbuttoni reports on a category that is feeling the pinch in an increasingly competitive grocery market
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Supermarkets play on points of difference to stand out
Creating a point of difference has long been one of the golden rules of retailing. Tesco has gone overboard recently with a
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Honorary assistants take centre stage at dinner
On 14 April an Honorary Assistants dinner was held aboard HQS Wellington, a unique, floating venue moored on the Thames. It
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ArticleVietnam boosts exports
Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exports this year are expected to surpass the US$5m mark