Potato news archive – Page 111
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Egyptians to take action
Egyptian potato suppliers will take action to restore their share in the UK market after exports slumped 10.5 per cent this season.
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ArticleAsda's brand new East Anglian spuds
Asda has introduced a branded 1.5kg pack of East Anglian new potatoes into stores in the region.
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ArticleCountry Crest runs with new offer
Country Crest, a leading Irish potato supplier, has added a ‘ready to cook’ consumer product range to its array of fresh potato products.
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Irish authorities launch pesticide probe
The Irish Health and Safety Authority has launched an investigation into the alleged use of dangerous and banned pesticides in the Republic’s mushroom industry.
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Just sometimes, tthe old ones really are the best
Maybe it is because the weather is getting colder, but potatoes seem to be gaining more shelf space. There are certainly
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ArticleIsrael’s opulence
From sweet potatoes to avocados, figs, Medjoul dates, mango and pitahaya, leading Israeli exporter Agrexco is sending a vibrant array of products to the UK this winter. Anna Sbuttoni reports from Israel.
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NFU launches online survey
The National Farmers Union is calling on fruit, vegetable and flower growers to take part in a new online survey to help build a better picture of the industry.
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BPC explores opportunities for seed breeders
The British Potato Council (BPC) will explore opportunities in the potato seed industry at a special event in Scotland next month.
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ArticleRed hot winter for Israel
The UK arms of Israeli exporters are no longer solely handlers of Israeli product, as they respond to the demand for 12-month market presence. But now is the time to talk about their home-grown crop and Kathy Hammond finds out what the UK market can expect.
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What’s in a name? The key to maximum sales performance
My tour round the branches this week brought home the fact that there are not only new products coming on the shelf, but also
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ArticleKeep 'em peeled for organic opportunity
Produce World has expanded its organic carrot preparation capacity, with the opening of a new carrot peeling facility at its Isleham Fresh Produce division.
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ArticleTesco buyer rewarded for Finest work
Veteran Tesco produce buyer Roy Maynard has won an award for demonstrating innovation with Finest potatoes in what is considered to be a very mature market.
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ArticleWaitrose says black is back
Waitrose is bucking this season's fashion trend for vibrancy by backing the supremacy of dark colours, with the launch of several black fruit and vegetables.
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Robotic future for produce packing
Robots are the way forward for fresh produce packers, according to Abar Automation.
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ArticleMore value from a Valvo-added pack
Packaging partners Nutri Pack and Meca Plastic UK introduced their Valvo Pack to the UK at the PPMA Show.
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Carbohydrate battle hots up
The British Potato Council (BPC) has launched a campaign to battle carbohydrate rivals rice and pasta, and encourage consumers to eat spuds on a regular and guilt-free basis.
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Slow progress for plant health refunds
Importers expecting a refund from Defra for unfulfilled plant health inspections must now decide whether to accept the standard offer or press for an individual assessment.
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Can retailers always deliver a point of difference?
Nowadays, supermarkets are more than prepared to introduce their products and growers in far greater detail to the buying
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ArticleInflating expectations
The heatwave this summer has sent prices for raw material soaring. Although this is bad news for the processing sector, it does promise some much-needed inflation in retail pricing, and could be a timely boost for the UK’s onion growers. Emma Twyning reports.
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ArticleJacket pack to boost spuds in school
The British Potato Council (BPC) has produced a Jacket Potato Bar pack to help school caterers push healthier choices at lunchtime.