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ArticleMastronardi backs record-breaker
A teenage sailor, the youngest person to sail around the world, was supported on his journey by the fresh produce group
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ArticleSpanish “alarm” at potato oversupply
Spanish potato association Asonal has voiced its concern at the poor returns and a Europe-wide oversupply that are facing the sector
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ArticleSales stable at Super de Boer
The Dutch retailer has reported on "satisfactory" first-half results this week
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ArticleUK on a labour-intensive mission
While last summer the UK growing industry was dogged by a significant shortage of labour, this season the pressure is off due to an increase in the quota for the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme (SAWS) and the effect of the global recession encouraging eastern Europeans to turn back to UK horticulture. However, despite this year’s relative abundance of workers, the long-term labour shortage issue still remains. Laura Gould reports.
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ArticleBritish berries shine
There are high hopes for home-grown raspberries and blueberries this season, thanks to innovative growing practices and sustained consumer interest. Doris Lee Butterworth talks to leading producers and examines the opportunities for the two fruits.
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ArticleTime goes Bayer
With the revision of EU directive 91/414/EEC looming, growers in Europe face the possibility of losing access to a wide range of pesticides vital to the survival of their crops. The directive has sparked suggestions from some that it will take the world’s chemical companies no time at all to come up with replacement substances. But as Laura Gould discovered when she visited the German headquarters of Bayer CropScience last month, nothing could be further from the truth.
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ArticleThe pesticide question: What is the next step for the industry?
Despite persistent lobbying, the EU regulatory system governing the use of all pesticides is undergoing a stringent tightening of its legislation, which could result in the loss of up to 85 per cent of conventional chemical substances. Elizabeth O’Keefe investigates and asks what steps the fresh produce industry should be taking in preparation.
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ArticleExotics traders in positive frame of mind for summer
The onset of summer has found the exotics sector in decent spirits, with prices strong and consumers looking to supplement the fruit bowl staples. The sector hopes this buoyant mood will continue as supplies remain plentiful. Alex Lawson reports.
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And then there were two, as new Sheriffs elected
The Fruiterers, along with City Freemen from other Guilds and Liveries, are summoned once a year to a Common Hall at the
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Pressure on consumer spend takes effect in the aisles
In the prevailing economic climate, there is no doubt that pack size has become more important, and also taken on an
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Industry can take pride in integrity
“What’s really in our food?” This was the question posed by two investigative journalists from the BBC in a
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ArticleSainsbury's on track with CSR
Sainsbury’s has taken significant steps in improving communication throughout its workforce, supporting local communities and reducing carrier bag usage.
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ArticleJuventus stars follow soft fruit path
Amauri Carvalho de Oliveira and Hasan Salihamidžic formally open the Sant'Orsola cooperative's 2009 season
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ArticleGreenvale takes sustainability steps
Potato supplier Greenvale AP has stepped up its efforts in reducing its carbon footprint and increasing its environmental responsibility, citing the “greening” of agriculture as a significant target.
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ArticleBudgens produce sales rocket
Budgens fresh produce sales have rocketed by up to 600 per cent in some cases, as its £1 promotional offers take effect and have caught the eye of fellow retailer Londis.
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ArticleHonduran grapefruit exporter 'confident'
In spite of the political upheaval, Honduran grapefruit exporter Chumbagua says it anticipates a strong campaign
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ArticleHortiberia joins Proexport
Spanish export association Grupo Hortiberia has joined Murcia fresh produce export association Proexport
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New director at Campden BRI
Dr Stephen Walker has formally accepted the role of director-general of Campden BRI, succeeding Professor Colin Dennis, who retired in June.
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ArticleReport backs airfreight imports
Report to UK government has given strong backing to the airfreight industry, which accounts for most fresh produce sold in the country
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ArticleRSA to support US soccer tournament
South African summer citrus will be supplied exclusively at the US Youth Soccer National Championships this month