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ArticleTry another flavour
Burgeoning retail interest has guaranteed UK tomatoes a bigger slice of shelf space this season, while ongoing varietal developments keep growers ahead of shifting consumer demand. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleConveniently enough
Changing consumer preferences and time-poor lifestyles have contributed to the ongoing transformation of convenience foods into one of the most vibrant sectors in the produce industry. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleMorocco utilises strength in depth
Morocco continues to diversify through a range of products as it looks to strengthen its place in the UK market. As ever citrus takes a lead role in exports, but innovative growers are working hard to create new opportunities. John Broy reports.
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New apple strains before switch
While the retail trade is poised for the arrival of the southern hemisphere apple season, it was interesting this week to spot
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Audit exemption - freedom or danger
Adam Bernstein (pictured right) hosts a monthly look at one of the legislative aspects that most affects your business, how it is run and how it can be more profitable. This month, John Davies looks into the pros and cons of audit exemption.
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Waiting over. Now what?
So, the waiting is finally over. Morrisons’ takeover of Safeway has been completed and the fresh produce suppliers to
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Eager market for off-season citrus
Citrus production in parts of South Africa is falling victim to weather and the biennial bearing effect this season while South American sources face a late start.
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ArticleNew Zealand apple crop hit by weather
New Zealand’s apple crop has been hit by poor weather conditions, dashing hopes of bumper volumes.
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Spanish citrus disease threat
Spanish citrus producers in Valencia are seeing their crops fall victim to a virulent fungus.
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All change at Edward Vinson
Strawberry and strawberry plant grower Edward Vinson Ltd has announced management changes following business expansion.
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French get environment-friendly
Seven major French fruit operators joined together to demonstrate their commitment to better agricultural practices and responsibility towards the environment.
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ArticleGrow IT and Herbert Industrial announce partnership
Grow IT and Herbert Industrial have reached a formal agreement which will allow both companies to offer each others products to the fresh produce and other food sectors.
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ArticleMurrells moves up at Tesco
Steve Murrells is to move on from his position as produce category director at Tesco.
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Government approves GM plantings
Environment secretary Margaret Beckett has permitted the planting of GM maize, but legal challenges, qualifications and scientific questions remain.
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ArticleHealthy eating in parents' hands
Parents must eat more fruit and vegetables to improve their children’s eating habits, a new study has claimed.
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ArticleMcDonald's introduces healthier menu
McDonald’s is to slash a range of burgers and in its place introduce salads to its menu.
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ArticleSupermarket report slammed
A guide for best environmental practice by supermarkets published today by the Liberal Democrat Party - How Green is Your Supermarket? - has been slammed as "nonsense" by the Freight Transport Association with other groups urging caution about some of its 26 recommendations.
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ArticleMMW tackles mango consumption through rugby link-up
Mango consumption is set to grow further, and a fruit-trade first link-up with rugby league offers a vast potential new audience for Minor Weir and Willis and Sainsbury's.
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ArticleMorrisons marks takeover with 300 price cuts
Morrisons has marked its takeover of Safeway by announcing price cuts on more than 300 products.
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ArticleFresh Link certified at opening of new premises
Dutch logistics specialist Fresh Link received ISO 9001 and HACCP certification at the opening of its new office premises and renovated logistics centre in Venlo on Saturday.