All Production & Trade articles – Page 1406
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ArticleBerry category told to get smart
The berry category has been warned to get smarter to protect its margins and refrain from “micro-management of the retail environment” to secure the long-term future of the industry.
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Good harvest on cards for Vinalopó grapes
Agronomists at the regulatory council for speciality bagged grapes from Vinalopó are forecasting a “good” harvest for the fruit.
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ArticleWashington apple crop to match 2007
The Washington Apple Commission's first 2008 season forecast puts the crop at similar levels to the previous year
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Argentina outlines grape strategy
Argentina has launched an ambitious national grape programme that it hopes will see export values triple over the next 12 years.
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ArticleAustralian citrus sector seeks new direction
Inaugural board set to usher in new era for restructured Australian citrus industry from October 2008
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NFU named trade association of the year
The NFU has triumphed at the CBI Trade Association Best Practice Awards - the trade association industry’s equivalent of the Oscars.
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ArticleOrganic blues in demand
Production of organic blueberries in Poland has grown to the extent that supplies are now exceeding market requirement.
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Italian exports up during first four months
Istat reveals 7.5 per cent rise in fresh produce exports between the start of January and the end of April
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ArticleStrong growth forecast for food sector
A new study published by Rabobank suggests the agriculture industry is poised to become more efficient and more profitable
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ArticleLemon shortage boosts Argentine citrus
Argentina’s citrus export season has been bolstered by lemon shortfalls in various other producing nations around the world
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Traidcraft launches responsible procurement guide
Fair trade organisation Traidcraft has launched a leaflet to help companies achieve more responsible purchasing practices.
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ArticleGrape drive to propel Argentinean trade
Argentina plans to become a major table grape player in Europe under a new project to boost exports by 2020
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Auchan faces watermelon price fine
In Hungary, the French retailer's operation is accused of undercutting watermelon prices
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ArticleAustralia funds programmes in Philippines
The Australian government has initiated two big horticultural projects in the Philippines
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Income increase for Star Reefers
A second-quarter increase in European banana demand has helped Star Reefers achieve net income growth
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ArticleHonduras maps out grapefruit trade
The Central American nation is anticipating a strong grapefruit marketing season in Europe this year
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ArticleGrapes boost Brazilian fruit export deal
A rise in the production of seedless varieties led to a 30 per cent increase in the value of shipments in 2007 according to IBRAF
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Northwest tree fruit stalwarts join forces
From next season, Oneonta Starr Ranch Growers will become the exclusive marketer for Diamond Fruit Growers cooperative
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ArticleDudes - where's my fruit?
The Food Dudes programme to increase fresh produce consumption, conceived by the University of Wales Bangor more than 10 years ago, is finally being adopted in the UK to the delight of its supporters.
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ArticleDesperate veg measures
UK vegetable and potato growers are warning that despite production cost increases of some 22 per cent, the UK consumer has yet to feel the full force of food price inflation which will really bite hard next year.