Peppers news archive – Page 52

  • Article

    Wealmoor rides the waves

    2004-03-25T17:38:52Z

    In this week’s focus on exotics the Journal speaks to two of the best-known exotic growers/importers of fruit and vegetables in the UK marketplace - Wealmoor and Agrexco - about the development of their exotics portfolios and their perspectives on the road ahead.

  • Belgian supply calendar in four languages
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    Belgian supply calendar in four languages

    2004-03-24T16:01:00Z

    New calendars of the main types of Belgian fruit and vegetables supplied is now available from Flandria and VLAM.

  • Bernado Jaen supplies UK supermarkets with pineapples through a Fairtrade co-operative in Costa Rica
    Article

    A fair chance

    2004-03-18T18:11:09Z

    In just 10 years since its launch, Fairtrade has grown to accommodate more than 250 products. Emma Hatfield investigates the increasing role of fresh produce as ethical trading makes the leap from minority to mainstream.

  • Salad sales soar
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    Salad sales soar

    2004-03-18T18:09:21Z

    Dutch salad exports reached an all-time high last year and with new packing equipment and key growth in capsicum, it is not just disease-resistant lettuce that has kept ahead. Emma Hatfield reports.

  • Conveniently enough
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    Conveniently enough

    2004-03-11T18:12:30Z

    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.

  • Morocco utilises strength in depth
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    Morocco utilises strength in depth

    2004-03-11T18:08:37Z

    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.

  • Datamonitor has reported strong growth in the UK soft drinks industry
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    Fruit juice part of soft drinks boom

    2004-02-28T17:01:01Z

    Independent market analyst Datamonitor has revealed that the market for soft drinks is booming, and the UK is the Europe’s second largest market behind Germany.

  • Israeli peppers put in strong performance
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    Israeli peppers put in strong performance

    2004-02-27T12:01:02Z

    Agrexco's Israeli capsicum exports are nearly 10 per cent up so far this season compared to the same period last year.

  • Md and founder of Arava Avi Kadan, left, with David Crossland
    Article

    Arava continues on upward curve

    2004-02-15T10:01:01Z

    Israeli grower and exporter Arava continues to expand rapidly.

  • Article

    Syngenta innovates with new products

    2004-02-13T15:01:00Z

    Syngenta tries to keep one step ahead of consumers and their requirements.

  • Seminis sails on
    Article

    Seminis sails on

    2004-01-30T09:42:03Z

    In response to growing consumer interest in health issues, vegetable seed company Seminis is working hard to develop a range of products with additional health benefits, while maintaining its position as a market leader. John Broy reports.

  • Sakata holds the key
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    Sakata holds the key

    2004-01-29T18:12:30Z

    In the final seed focus, the Journal speaks to two companies that are busy trialing new products. Sakata UK takes us through a range of broccoli, cauliflower and spinach innovations, while Israeli seed specialist Zeraim Gedera reveals that a range of mid 1990s breeding programmes is now bearing fruit.

  • Spanish salads back on track
    Article

    Spanish salads back on track

    2004-01-19T14:15:13Z

    An improvement in the weather in Spain has brought salad and vegetable supplies back on course after a tricky period.

  • Article

    Spinach adds muscle at Tozer

    2004-01-18T23:37:13Z

    Tozer Seeds has added strenght to its portfolio with a new spinach range.

  • Article

    New squash seeds unveiled by T&M

    2004-01-18T23:37:13Z

    Thompson and Morgan has unveiled a new winter squash seed - Jaspée de Vendée.

  • Portuguese polemic
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    Portuguese polemic

    2004-01-15T16:10:45Z

    A decrease in Rocha pear volumes has already taken its toll on Portuguese export figures. Although there is expansion in other commodities, many smaller producers believe that low prices have combined with strict quality requirements to make the UK market unviable as an export option. Emma Hatfield reports.

  • Tozer Seeds aims for market satisfaction
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    Tozer Seeds aims for market satisfaction

    2004-01-15T16:04:59Z

    The Journal will focus on seeds throughout the remainder of January. This week Tozer Seeds reveals its efforts to develop specialist programmes aimed at meeting the needs of growers and supermarkets. While Thompson and Morgan introduces its sweet raw winter squash.

  • Article

    Technology to make herbs fly

    2004-01-15T16:02:41Z

    My career in the fresh produce industry began in the early 1960s coinciding with Agrexco's arrival on the scene. The

  • On-the-vine varieties boost Agrexco's fortunes
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    Agrexco makes salads progress

    2003-12-18T15:00:01Z

    Israeli exporter Agrexco is looking forward to its winter salads season with bullish optimism thanks to some new variety developments.

  • Roberts stands out in Stoke
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    Roberts stands out in Stoke

    2003-11-15T12:00:40Z

    The wholesaler Arthur Roberts & Sons is situated in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire. The company prides itself on the consistent quality service that it has provided over four generations and in the rollercoaster industry of fresh produce this is no mean feat. John Broy reports.