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ArticleFEAST for local sourcing
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”.
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ArticleCapespan meets rising plum demand
Exports of its trademarked African Delight variety set to double to 15,000 cartons next season as UK sales increase
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FTA steps up campaign
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.
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Argentinean lemons spiral
Argentinean lemon exports are spiralling upward this season despite a reduced crop.
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ArticleBing beats records
The California Cherry Advisory Board (CCAB) has announced record-breaking global sales of Bing cherries this season.
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ArticleTesco marks arrival of Scottish potato crop
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.
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ArticlePrognosfruit unveils line-up
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.
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Golden Wing Mau launches new operation
The Chinese distributor’s new joint venture has bolstered its supply capabilities in lychee, longan, citrus and vegetables
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ArticleALP launches best practice tool
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.
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PMA strengthens international profile
The association is committed to improving its service to non-US members and American exporters
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ArticleChile ends 2007/08 season with a frown
According to Chilean growers' group Fedefruta, Chile's table grape exports are down by 8 per cent for the season
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Zenalco sees Spanish export rise
Auchan-owned Spanish fruit and vegetable exporter Zenalco has announced details of an impressive sales increase
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ArticleFPC: Don't forget imports
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”.
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ArticleNFU asks customers for sustainable returns
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.
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ArticleUSDA approves Mexican guava imports
Mexican guava producers are set to gain entry to the US market after the USDA gave the fruit a clean bill of health
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ArticleConcern over US north-west cherry deal
Two-week gap predicted between end of Bing deal and arrival of late varieties, which are due to be harvested in mid-July
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ArticleGroups sign up for Fast Forward initiative
Zespri is just one of the private sector companies that have joined the New Zealand government's Fast Forward scheme
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Retailers sign Romanian deal
An agreement has been reached between retailers and producers over a government proposal to help keep food prices stable
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ArticleSpanish fresh produce export prices plummet
Spanish fruit and vegetables export prices have experienced a major fall in the first quarter of 2008, according to Fepex
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Scientists urge Defra to oppose EU proposals
Some of the UK’s leading scientists appealed yesterday to Defra minister Hilary Benn to stand firm against the proposed EU legislation to limit the availability of a wide range of agrochemical products used in the production of fruit and vegetables and cereals.