Pea and bean news archive – Page 35
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ArticleFlorette in prepared veg breakthrough
Prepared salad giant Florette has fired an opening salvo in its bid to take control of the wider fresh produce category.
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ArticleHorticulture: where the CAP fits
Growers can gain valuable information on CAP reform at two NFU seminars later this month.
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Bromopropolate gets new MRL
A new maximum residue level (MRL) for bromopropylate comes into force on October 25.
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Hirst new vc of horticulture board
Richard Hirst has been elected vice chairman (horticulture) of the NFU's horticulture board.
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ArticleLooking for the light
The UK organics market has reached a critical point. After a period of significant expansion, followed by a slow-down and flattening of market growth, it seems to slowly be embarking on a downwards curve. But is this just the natural stabilisation of the market, or has the organics bubble burst? Claire Foss reports.
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Fresh produce consumption can reduce child leukemia
Californian study links fresh produce consumption to leukemia.
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ArticlePIP’s first steps in Zimbabwe
The ColeACP-run Pesticides Initiative Programme has made its first breakthrough in Zimbabwe, which is still ranked in the top 10 ACP exporters list.
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ArticlePeas splattered by rains
The weather has caused havoc for the pea season with growers reporting significantly lower yields.
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ArticleMyers takes pea crown
Steven Myers, chef at Escape, Ilkley, was crowned the winner of the Great British Pub & Restaurant Challenge 2004.
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ArticleRestaurant sector failing children
Children's meals served in restaurants and cafes are failing to meet basic nutrition guidelines recommended for schools, a survey has found.
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ArticlePeas make Royal stand
Pea-growers enjoyed success at last week's Royal Show in Warwickshire.
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Beanfeast set for next week
Growers in Worcestershire hope a problematic supply picture will sort itself out soon.
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ArticleMixed veg predictions
There is a diverse range of predictions for this year’s summer vegetables. From courgettes to marrows, broccoli to salad potatoes, volume expectations and quality appear as mixed as the UK weather itself. Emma Hatfield reports.
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Seasonal rules should apply to all
At this time of year words such as "new crop" and "new season" spring from the columns of the national media and become part
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ArticleAppliance of science
As the issue of obesity looms ever larger on consumers’ minds and waistlines, there has never been a better time to publicise all that is nutritious about fresh produce. Marketing budgets might be low but the rewards are high, particularly for those who invest in scientific research. Emma Hatfield reports.
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PMA Profile
In this month’s profile on the Produce Marketing Association, the US trade association for fruit and vegetables, new PMA research finds varying consumer perceptions and expectations for loose and pre-packed produce
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Book published on the history of vegetables
Former UK professional gardener Bill Laws has written a book about the history of vegetables.
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Peas up profile
The Processed Vegetable Growers Association (PVGA) is making its debut at this year's Royal Show with its Yes Peas! Stand.
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ArticleProduce on top in ECR / IGD shelf survey
Only three out of 200 products score top marks in ECR UK on-shelf availability study - but two are fresh produce lines and produce scored joint highest of the 12 categories surveyed.
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ArticleCommitted to organic growth
Sainsbury’s has just been named the Soil Association’s Organic Retailer of the Year for the third successive year. Almost three per cent of its overall offer now falls into the organic category, significantly above the UK average. The group is committed to its mission of leadership in the organic field, says Tony Sullivan, the group’s head of produce.