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ArticleUK cherry future given a boost
Agreement between Univeg Katope UK, AIGN and East Malling Research sees the continuation of EMR's breeding programme
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Imported packs raise the bar on grower information
I have always agreed with researchers who find consumers would like more detail on packs. The latest example of such
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ArticleUnifrutti to triple cherry exports
Chilean fresh fruit supply giant eyes expansion of cherry category as well as its overall variety of fruit on offer
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ArticleRain takes toll on Australian stonefruit
It has been a trying season for stonefruit growers in the Australian state of Victoria, with heavy rains spoiling crops and killing trees in the region
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New MD in at British & Brazilian
Experienced fresh produce boss Anne Walton is to join British & Brazilian Produce (B&B) Ltd.
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Supermarkets refresh aisles with unusual varieties
One of the more unusual members of the Navel family to arrive at Marks & Spencer is the pigmented seedless Cara Cara, which
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ArticleSun World licenses stonefruit companies
Three leading Californian groups can now grow and market varieties as well as use private trademarks
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ArticleExtremadura launches Vitaolé brand
Six leading companies from Spanish region form new marketing group and brand to boost fruit exports
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ArticleBerry Gardens appoints research boss
Berry Gardens has appointed Richard Harnden to the position of director of research.
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ArticleNew Sun World licences for US trio
Sun World has issued stonefruit licences to three California grower-packers who will soon be able to grow and market new peach, plum, nectarine and apricot varieties developed by Sun World International.
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ArticleWeather hampers South African shipments
Strong winds in Cape Town has played havoc with the shipment of South Africa table grapes and stonefruit.
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ArticleNew managing director at Univeg UK
The managing director of Univeg UK is to retire, to be replaced by a senior fresh produce figure.
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ArticleChile seizes opportunity
Less celebrated as a producing nation just over 50 years ago, Chile now exports more than 2.4 million tonnes of fresh produce worldwide and is climbing the production and export league tables. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports
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ArticleStonefruit sector hopes for winter sales turnaround
Stonefruit sales have taken a beating in the last year, with both value and volumes falling significantly. With the South African season moving into full swing, Elizabeth O’Keefe looks for reasons for optimism as producers hope for a year of sales growth
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ArticleSouth Africa unveils campaign plans
South Africa’s top-fruit and stonefruit industry has unveiled details of its winter campaign in the UK, at the beginning of what it expects to be a challenging year.
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ArticleChilean cherry exports soar
The global market is this season receiving record volumes of cherries from Chile where production is on course to almost double
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ArticleAustralian stonefruit well received in Taiwan
Australia’s stonefruit campaign into Taiwan got off to a perfect start following a successful promotional event to re-establish the fruit after a five-year absence from the country
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Fresca to sponsor Under 40s
Fresca has announced it is sponsoring the Under 40s Fruit Growers Conference this year.
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Article‘All go’ for Tasmanian cherries
Tasmania’s cherries have avoided significant rain damage, and are powering ahead with the harvest peak
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ArticleStonefruit kicks off RSA promotions
South Africa's 'Beautiful country, beautiful fruit' campaign is expected to face tough market conditions through the year