All Production & Trade articles – Page 1396

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    US fast-tracks Philippine bananas

    2008-07-07T10:07:23Z

    Quarantine protocols are being prioritised to allow Philippine hard green bananas into the US

  • Article

    Asda scoops environmental accolade

    2008-07-07T09:01:01Z

    Asda has won an award for its environmental policies.

  • Sally Scantlebury
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    FEAST for local sourcing

    2008-07-07T08:01:01Z

    A report commissioned by Covent Garden Market Authority (CGMA) has concluded that the Nine Elms market is “best placed to lead the way in local sourcing for the foodservice sector in London”.

  • Capespan African Delight plums
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    Capespan meets rising plum demand

    2008-07-07T07:45:39Z

    Exports of its trademarked African Delight variety set to double to 15,000 cartons next season as UK sales increase

  • Article

    FTA steps up campaign

    2008-07-06T13:01:01Z

    As part of its campaign to persuade the government to reduce the burden of fuel duty on diesel for UK industry, the Freight Transport Association (FTA) is making posters and stickers available for use in offices and on vehicles.

  • Article

    Argentinean lemons spiral

    2008-07-06T09:01:01Z

    Argentinean lemon exports are spiralling upward this season despite a reduced crop.

  • Bing beats records
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    Bing beats records

    2008-07-05T11:01:01Z

    The California Cherry Advisory Board (CCAB) has announced record-breaking global sales of Bing cherries this season.

  • Tesco North Berwick store manager John Thompson and Robert Hardy from Luffness Farm
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    Tesco marks arrival of Scottish potato crop

    2008-07-05T09:01:02Z

    Tesco and Greenvale AP have launched a three-week celebration of local produce in Edinburgh to mark the first of the East Lothian potato crop, as part of their joint ‘direct from farm to store’ initiative.

  • Prognosfruit unveils line-up
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    Prognosfruit unveils line-up

    2008-07-05T08:01:01Z

    English apples & Pears Ltd has announced the line-up for this year’s Prognosfruit conference, one of the world’s leading events for the apple and pear industry.

  • Article

    Golden Wing Mau launches new operation

    2008-07-04T15:37:44Z

    The Chinese distributor’s new joint venture has bolstered its supply capabilities in lychee, longan, citrus and vegetables

  • David Camp
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    ALP launches best practice tool

    2008-07-04T13:01:01Z

    The Association of Labour Providers (ALP) has launched a new software tool to help organisations using agency labour ensure fair treatment of temporary workers, eliminate exploitation and work towards best practice.

  • Article

    PMA strengthens international profile

    2008-07-04T12:45:28Z

    The association is committed to improving its service to non-US members and American exporters

  • generic grapes
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    Chile ends 2007/08 season with a frown

    2008-07-04T12:25:41Z

    According to Chilean growers' group Fedefruta, Chile's table grape exports are down by 8 per cent for the season

  • Article

    Zenalco sees Spanish export rise

    2008-07-04T12:12:50Z

    Auchan-owned Spanish fruit and vegetable exporter Zenalco has announced details of an impressive sales increase

  • The FPC says imports must also play a role
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    FPC: Don't forget imports

    2008-07-04T08:01:01Z

    The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) broadly welcomed the National Farmers’ Union’s Why Horticulture Matters campaign this week, but delivered a wider message: “Enjoy your fruit and vegetables in season, but let’s make it global”.

  • Richard Hirst
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    NFU asks customers for sustainable returns

    2008-07-04T07:01:01Z

    National Farmers' Union horticulture board chairman Richard Hirst has called upon the entire customer base to recognise not only the contribution of domestic producers to the nation’s health and economy but, equally importantly, the relevance of paying prices that ensure sustainability within the supply chain.

  • Guava
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    USDA approves Mexican guava imports

    2008-07-03T17:01:30Z

    Mexican guava producers are set to gain entry to the US market after the USDA gave the fruit a clean bill of health

  • north-west cherries US
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    Concern over US north-west cherry deal

    2008-07-03T16:59:05Z

    Two-week gap predicted between end of Bing deal and arrival of late varieties, which are due to be harvested in mid-July

  • Zespri harvest
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    Groups sign up for Fast Forward initiative

    2008-07-03T15:26:49Z

    Zespri is just one of the private sector companies that have joined the New Zealand government's Fast Forward scheme

  • Article

    Retailers sign Romanian deal

    2008-07-03T14:21:23Z

    An agreement has been reached between retailers and producers over a government proposal to help keep food prices stable