Potato news archive – Page 58
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ArticleNew horizons
Like quite a few British products out there, this could be new potatoes’ year, with provenance trending in general and the Queen’s Jubilee grabbing consumers’ attention. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports
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ArticleVeg demand seesaws
Price increases have brought a value rise in vegetable sales, but in turn volumes have declined in a mixed period for the sector
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Analysis
What will be the winning tactics for retailers trying new tricks to tie in with the Olympics?
As the clock ticks down towards the Olympics, it will be interesting to see how retailers treat the event as a means to
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ArticleTesco takes delivery of first Jersey Royal Company potatoes
The first tray of this year’s Jersey Royal Company outdoor crop has been delivered to Tesco after harvesting delays due to the frost in February.
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ArticleScotty Brand makes Brave Disney Pixar move
Scotty Brand has teamed up with Disney UK & Ireland on a joint promotional campaign for the launch of Disney Pixar’s Brave movie.
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ArticleEuropatat reveals guest speakers
Guy Faulkner and Karlijn Offermans have both been added to the programme for the Kijkduin event
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ArticleIsrael’s new start
It’s been all change in the Israeli fresh produce market in the past year, with Agrexco’s much-publicised travails opening the door to other exporters to increase share. Tom Bonnett and Michael Barker examine the new state of the country’s industry
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New British arrivals mark start of spring
Spring is certainly in the air when it comes to British produce, which is now beginning to appear on the shelves. There was
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ArticleGrowing for tomorrow
The skills needed to be a successful grower extend far beyond making crops flourish. Chloe Ryan asks leading British growers what it takes to come out on top in today’s challenging environment
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ArticleIsrael’s new start
It’s been all change in the Israeli fresh produce market in the past year, with Agrexco’s much-publicised travails opening the door to other exporters to increase share. Tom Bonnett and Michael Barker examine the new state of the country’s industry
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ArticleIndia exports potatoes to Malaysia
The Indian state of Haryan has exported its first consignment of potatoes to Malaysia
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ArticleIreland applies to test impact of GM on ecosystems
The Agriculture and Food Development Authority (Teagasc) in Ireland is applying for a licence to test the impact of GM potatoes to determine the potential impact this technology could have on ecosystems.
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ArticleBritish Carrot Growers' Association chairman passes on the baton
Chairman of the British Carrot Growers’ Association, Martin Evans, is leaving the post after seven years.
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ArticleRetailers ‘lack financial incentive’ to cut waste
Food waste campaigner and author Tristram Stuart has told MPs and Lords at a meeting in Westminster that supermarkets lack the financial incentive to reduce waste because they can pass on the costs to suppliers.
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ArticleFPC demands re-think of 'grave' rise in plant health check fees
The Fresh Produce Consortium is demanding Fera immediately changes plans to raise the price of plant health checks that could cost British growers and importers an extra £1.2 million over the next two years.
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ArticleJersey Royal Pearl potatoes in Tesco earlier than ever
The Jersey Royal Company has announced its premium potatoes are in Tesco this week, while Morrisons will have the spuds in stores by the weekend.
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Potato levy rises by three per cent
UK farm ministers have approved levy rates to be charged for growers by the Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).
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European regions make crisis-management call
The agm of the assembly of European fruit, vegetable and plant producing regions (AREFLH) held earlier this month in Sint Truiden, Belgium has called for improved crisis management measures for the fresh produce market across Europe.
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ArticleM&S expects earliest Maris Peer potatoes
Manor Fresh set to deliver record early crop of new potato variety grown in Cornwall following mild winter conditions
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ArticleDirect sales for Greek potatoes
As producers and consumers suffer the effects of Greece's economic collapse, a new scheme has been devised that is beneficial for both