Pineapple news archive – Page 67
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ArticleChina access for Tasmanian cherries
Cherry growers in the Australian state of Tasmania have been granted provisional approval to export fruit to Mainland China
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ArticleAG Thames launches stonefruit range
First arrivals of peaches and nectarines bred by Oz Peach set to "revolutionise" early offer, says UK-based importer
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ArticleCrooks leaves Mack grape role
Mack Multiples, part of the Fresca Group, has announced that Janina Dowding has taken on responsibility for the company’s grape business from Dan Crooks, who is leaving the role after 13 years.
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ArticleLife after Agrexco
A year down the line from Israeli fresh produce juggernaut Agrexco disappearing as we know it, Michael Barker tracked down some of the company’s former UK-facing executives to find out what they’re up to now
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ArticleGrown in the USA
Despite the downturn in fresh produce shipments from the US, the UK remains an important export destination. Lisa Kjellsson reports
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ArticleSpain: Spain keeps UK retailers stocked
Spain is a crucial supplier of produce to the UK, and the relationship has built up over many decades and indeed centuries. Kathy Hammond speaks to John Grieve of Lisons to hear more
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ArticlePlum job for Foods from Spain
Foods from Spain is hoping to build on last year’s successful promotion of Extremaduran plums during the 2007 campaign.
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ArticleDisappointment for Spanish stonefruit
Agricultural confederation Coag reports poor returns for country's stonefruit growers despite notable fall in volumes
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ArticleChingford manager's Zimbabwe campaign
Shaun Hockey aims to raise awareness and support for developing farms and generate funds for good causes
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ArticleAustralian cherries eye Asian access
Access to two major Asian markets appears to be on the cards for Australia's cherry industry
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ArticleFurther expansion for Chilean cherries
Asia to benefit most from anticipated output increase this season, as exports to North America remain stable and sendings fall to Europe
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ArticleMendoza achieves US market access
Despite the removal of phytosanitary barriers, the produce trade with the US is likely to remain limited due to cost challenges in Argentina
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ArticleItalian stonefruit exported to India
Bologna-based company working closely with Yupaa in Mumbai to supply Italian peaches and nectarines to key customers
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ArticleStems Fruit granted Sun World licence
Stonefruit exporter, set up just a year ago, gains approval to begin supplying US firm's premium plum, apricot and peach varieties
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ArticleSouth Africa surges ahead
Not since the 1990s has the South African stonefruit sector shown such promising growth, but it also faces challenges on how best to deal with it, writes Fred Meintjes
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ArticleStonefruit steals a march
Despite competition from a wide range of summer fruits and new varieties, consumers have been buying more stonefruit over the past 12 months
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ArticleFepex adds new member
Fruit growers in the Spanish province of Zaragoza have joined national federation Fepex.
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ArticleEconomic pressure and LPT closure eat away at Fresca profits
Fresca group has blamed tough market conditions for a decline in profits in what it has called a “disappointing” set of annual results.
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ArticleFurther growth for Chilean cherries
Another significant area of cherry orchards are entering into production this season, boosting exportable volume for global markets
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ArticleCTIFL tests stonefruit segmentation
The French technical centre is exploring ways to help consumers pick peaches according to their sweetness