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ArticleRijk Zwaan heads Hillenraad 100
De Lier-based vegetable breeder Rijk Zwaan has become the new leader in the Hillenraad 100, the list that states the 100 most prominent companies in Dutch greenhouse horticulture.
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ArticlePumpkin spree for JR Holland
JR Holland Food Services is marking Halloween with a delivery of pumpkins for kids to carve their horrifying creations into this week.
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New report addresses competition row
A new European Commission report on the operation of the grocery supply chain has been released, which identifies three key priorities for action to improve supply chain operation.
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ArticleChiquita reports on stronger Q3
The group moved to a profit in the third quarter, in contrast with the loss recorded during the corresponding period of 2008
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High-street sales pick up
UK high-street sales grew modestly in the year to October, and at the most positive rate in almost two years, according to the CBI.
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Chilean exporters sue government
The Chilean government has come under fire as a group of fruit exporters have come together to sue the state.
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ArticleQuickshine wins innovation award
Quickshine Ltd landed the Tesco Innovation Award at last week’s World Fruit & Vegetable Show, beating off stiff competition from a number of cutting-edge products.
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ArticleSpanish sector prepares for strike action
Spain’s horticultural sector is to stage a two-day strike and a major demonstration to highlight serious problems
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ArticleApple competition strikes gold
Italian consortium VOG’s recent Golden Apple Tree promotion paid dividends not only for shoppers but also vendors
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ArticleKroger rolls out traceable salads
The retailer's new line of fresh salads includes HarvestMark traceability technology as part of the 'Quality You Can Trace' programme
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ArticleRaymond Blanc backs British toms
Renowned chef Raymond Blanc attended the first day of the National Fruit Show last week to judge the British Tomato Growers’ Association’s (TGA) Tastiest Tomato Competition.
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Jeronimo Martins posts Q3 profit
The Portuguese retailer has reported net profit, revenues and earnings above figures recorded in 2008
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ArticleMaersk Line links Poland with Asia
The group has formed the first direct connection between China, south-east Asia and Poland
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Article5 A DAY relaunch in the offing
The department of health is to undertake a relaunch of the 5 A DAY scheme, but will have to wait until after the general election next year.
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ArticleVelasco awarded Spanish honour
The King of Spain has awarded the Cruz de la Orden de Isabel La Católica to Michael Velasco, following a proposal by the Spanish minister for foreign affairs and co-operation.
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ArticleHello, Rubens Tuesday
Commuters at London Bridge train station enjoyed free Rubens apples on Tuesday morning, as Rubens Tuesday saw the club variety’s UK season kick off in style.
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ArticleRetailers urged to boost food safety
A new report has called for greater food safety standards from Asian retailers, pointing out reputation and sales losses
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ArticleM&S introduces cream carrot
Marks & Spencer is to continue a notable year in produce development, following the introduction of its Tiny Pears and Baby Lemons, by selling cream coloured carrots.
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ArticleCameo variety named Tastiest Apple
US-bred variety, which is now grown extensively in England, wins Tastiest Apple prize at UK trade fair
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Lottery fund backs school growing
More than 806,000 youngsters aged four to 16 in England are set to learn vital lessons about food through ‘growing their own’ - due to a new resource for schools as part of the Food for Life Partnership.