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ArticleCarmel Innovation adds spice to shelves
Israel is well known for its innovative approach to the fresh produce industry, from novel growing techniques and unusual varieties to new types of packaging. Carmel, the brand label of Israeli exporter Agrexco, is now capitalising on that approach to unveil its latest addition to the family - the Carmel Innovation range. Laura Gould reports.
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ArticleSweeter summer for UK
As the nation prepares to enjoy better August temperatures following two disappointing summers, sweetcorn producers are hoping that this will translate into strong sales. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more.
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ArticleExploring the seasonal debate
British consumers are being told that they should aim to eat fruit and vegetables “in season”, but the term has been a catalyst for debate in fresh produce circles. So what is seasonality? How can consumers be taught about when to enjoy home-grown fruit and vegetables at their seasonal best? And if shoppers are urged to buy British, what message does this send out about the global industry? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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Curate’s egg needs strong arguments
My first impression of the news in last week’s FPJ that the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) is in a huddle with the
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A blast of hot air from the media
In last week’s issue, we covered the various trials underway in the UK of Thermal Pest Control (TPC) - a technology that
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Soft-fruit industry buoyant
The UK soft-fruit industry has enjoyed a strong first half of the season with raspberry sales particularly buoyant and growers recouping losses from the disastrous 2008 season.
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ArticleOlive branch for citrus
Spanish citrus inter-professional body Intercitrus has elected a new president amid swingeing budget cuts and continuing internal rifts.
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North West offered £3.7m pot
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has announced that rural businesses, farms and community ventures based in Greater Manchester and Cheshire can apply for £3.7 million in grants.
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ArticleFruit export value and volumes up in Taiwan
The country recorded a 60.8 per cent increase in volume and a 28.1 per cent jump in value in the first half of 2009
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Jobs success for Harper Adams
Harper Adams University College, the largest provider of land-based higher education courses, continues to have an excellent employment record despite the recession.
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HACCP gets Campden BRI treatment
As companies have become more familiar with HACCP, the emphasis has shifted from establishing a HACCP system to HACCP standards for auditing and verification.
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ArticleRussians spending less on exotic fruit
A new report published by Uralsib Capital suggests Russian fruit import volumes have fallen slightly but changed dramatically
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ArticleOscar Verges leaves SAT Royal
Oscar Verges has left his post at Spanish berry specialist SAT Royal following an internal restructuring
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ArticleExosect appoints new sales manager
Garry Thompson has been handed the role of sales manager for professional products at the pest management specialist
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Musgrave stores undergo revamp
Musgrave Retail Partners GB has set its sights on store development, the principal aim being improving specifications, developing brands and cutting costs.
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ArticleLettuce producers sing praises
British lettuce growers are rejoicing in a good season and welcoming promotional activity, after two years in the doldrums.
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Growfair reaches Wales
Total Produce (Cardiff) has become part of the Growfair brand launched by fellow group company Bristol Fruit Sales last year, to promote the finest locally grown produce.
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ArticleBranston unveils new facility
Potato supplier Branston has opened a new £3.5 million facility for prepared potatoes this week.
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Two MBMG sites to cease trading
MBM Produce has gone into administration and its Bicker and Holbeach sites will cease trading on July 31.