News unserer Kollegen aus London – Page 4116
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Italy makes UK inroads
Usually thought of as a key source for apples into Germany, Italy nevertheless values its UK customers and supplies an increasing volume to these shores. Kathy Hammond looks at some of the developments in the Italian production scene.
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Bayer works with industry to common goal
The Journal featured Bayer CropScience recently and found out that the multinational giant's UK horticulture division holds a strong commitment to Industry and Product Stewardship. What does this mean for the top-fruit industry? asks Tommy Leighton.
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China continues to dominates processed apple sector ñ But a huge crop and competitive price masks underlying challenges
By John Giles, divisional director, Promar International
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East Malling stays smart and fresh
In order to continue offering consumers the best of UK apples the ability to store produce well is increasingly vital. Emma Hatfield catches up with East Malling's David Johnson and finds some exciting new projects on the horizon.
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ArticleCurrencies causing problems
The fresh produce sector is keeping a watchful eye on a strengthening in the values of sterling and the euro against the dollar as well as tough situations for key southern hemisphere currencies.
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Maynard moves to md at JP Fruit
JP Fruit Distributors Limited has appointed David Maynard as managing director.
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ArticleRetailers happy at Christmas
Supermarkets are reporting strong Christmas trading across most fresh produce lines.
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ArticleSomerfield and Co-op among Londis suitors
The race for Londis is hotting up with Co-op, Somerfield and Bestway all expressing an interest in the convenience store.
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ArticleAgrexco expects 20 per cent uplift
Agrexco has forecast a 20 per cent increase in its fresh herb exports this year.
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Intercontainer-Interfrigo reveals new appointment
Intercontainer-Interfrigo has named Franz Böni as its new head of the finance and controlling department.
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ArticleGovernment reveals £2 million plan to tackle child obesity
A £2million programme to tackle child obesity has been announced by the public health minister, Melanie Johnson.
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ArticleTesco announces £70 million price cuts
Tesco has announced a £70 million package of price cuts, slasing the price of more than 600 products.
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Primafruit opts for SAP
Evesham-based importer and distributor Primafruit has agreed a deal with SAP and Chelford SAP Solutions to replace its business systems with SAP.
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ArticleHRI staff commended in New Year list
Two employees at Horticultural Research International (HRI) have been recognised for their contributions to horticultural research in the New Year Honours list.
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ArticleBrassica conference taking bookings
There is still time for delegates to register for next week's Brassica Growers Conference.
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ArticleMorrisons looks to seal Safeway bid
Morrisons plans to seek court approval next week, as it bids for a fast-track completion of its £3billion bid for Safeway.
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ArticleRetail sales recovery
Retail sales growth gained momentum in December after a slow start in November, the Confederation of British Industry has reported.
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ArticleCo-op first with organic Fairtrade grapes
The Co-op has brought the first Fairtrade organic grapes to the UK.
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BFG increases pressure on Londis
The Big Food Group (BFG) is increasing the pressure on Londis shareholders to consent to a takeover.
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ArticleHorticulture in Focus plans revealed
Plans for the Horticulture in Focus conference in February have been announced and Sir Don Curry has been named keynote speaker