Peppers news archive – Page 49
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The future’s in the pea leaves
The stone-fruit season is now getting underway after a slow start, writes David Shapley, and we are beginning to seen the full
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ArticleThe great cover up
The British soft-fruit industry is one of the few agricultural success stories of the last 10 years, but it faces crisis as moves are being made to prevent the use of the polytunnel. Tommy Leighton reports.
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ArticleHungary for success
With the global fresh produce industry set to descend on Budapest next week for Fresh 2005, Hungary’s fruit and vegetable sector is finding itself in the spotlight. But a year after its accession to the EU, how has the country benefited from the opportunities and challenges membership poses? Ed Bedington reports.
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ArticleKeelings opens ground breaking pepper facility
Bertie Ahern, Ireland’s Taoiseach, has helped launch a new ground breaking pepper growing facility.
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ArticleVital part of pepper pot
Mainland Spain provides around 15 per cent of the cucumbers and more than a quarter of the capsicum that finds their way into the mouths of UK consumers each year. Growers in Almería supply the vast majority of that product and not surprisingly, the UK market has been a major driver for the region’s industry. The strength of the relationships between importers in the UK and growers and exporters in Almería has built up over decades of working hand-in-hand to meet each other’s needs and the requirements of a rightly demanding customer base.
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ArticlePromoting a nation
Foods from Spain launched a £6 million promotional programme in February, which brings its existing campaigns together under one banner.
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Rooster booster
It’s the time of year when potato suppliers need the best of their skills, as the European new crop competes with the
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ArticleStanford study extols fresh produce
A low-fat diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans has twice the cholesterol-lowering power of a conventional low-fat diet, according to a new study from the Stanford University School of Medicine.
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Imported spices face potential tests over dye scare
Food safety bosses are considering plans to test a range of spices imported into the UK for illegal dyes.
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Morrisons moves Dutch operation
Morrisons wholly owned Dutch pre-packer subsidiary Bos Brothers is on the move.
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ArticleBelgian bounce back ability
After following an excellent 2003 with the annus horribilis that was 2004, Belgian produce looks set for a return to form in 2005. Tony Leighton reports.
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ArticleEgypt jostles for leading position
Expansion is a priority for leading Egyptian producers and many are firing on all cylinders to stay at the top. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more.
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ArticleA vision for success
Wealmoor was the 2004 Re:fresh Importer of the Year and has been shortlisted in the same category in 2005. Tommy Leighton finds out what sets the company apart in its field.
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ArticleAgrexco dazzles
With ever-present political and geographical issues to contend with, Israel’s horticulturists could be forgiven for opting out of the sector altogether. Yet, as Agrexco’s figures testify, exports continue to rise and growers across the board continue to dazzle Europe with their high quality produce and continual innovations, writes Elspeth Waters.
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Boom time for the herb
Fresh herbs are enjoying a boom, and there is every indication that the momentum is going to continue.
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Parripak picks up on BBQ trend
Prepared vegetable specialist Parripak has expanded its range to appeal to the growing trend for barbecue-style foods.
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ArticleBoom time for the herb
Fresh herbs are enjoying a boom, and there is every indication that the momentum is going to continue.
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ArticleNext-day testing boost for industry
Scientists are offering what they describe as a “get-out-of-jail-free card” to the fresh produce industry with the launch of a next-day pesticide residue testing service.
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ArticleDutch salad courage
The Netherlands enjoys a good reputation as a reliable supplier of high quality salads. But with ever growing competition, producers can’t afford to be complacent.
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ArticleHorticulture Board changes round
East Norfolk vegetable and potato grower Richard Hirst is the new chairman of the NFU Board for Horticulture.