All Production & Trade articles – Page 1627
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ArticlePotato quality charter to boost returns
Potato merchants and growers that supply the fish and chip shop sector should contact the British Potato Marketing Association (BPMA) to improve the value of fresh British chipping potatoes.
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US-EU produce dispute still on cards
The WTO has postponed a meeting that was to discuss the contentious US steel import tariffs, which could have serious implications for a variety of produce lines.
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Holmans unveils two new Aussie grapes
Australian wholesaler, grower and exporter Holmans has unveiled two new varieties of grape for export.
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ArticleCo-op first with Fairtrade grape
The Co-op is the first UK retailer to have South African Fairtrade grape on its shelves.
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ArticleWater shortage threat increases
The Environment Agency has warned that serious water shortages are likely unless one-fifth more rain than usual falls in the next four months.
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Professor says pesticides are poisoning people
A leading cancer expert claims that pesticides are the top environmental suspect for increases in the disease.
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ArticleInsurance premiums crippling UK business
Businesses up and down the country are struggling to contain soaring road freight insurance costs.
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ArticleLowe predicts bright future for East Malling Research Centre
Shadow board chairman believes foundations are being put in place for a sound future.
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ArticleDelegates vote on future of UK soft-fruit
Fifty-one of the delegates at the HRI/Adas/EMRA Soft Fruit Conference believe that there is no secure future for the soft-fruit industry.
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ArticleSoft-fruit growers told to stop whinging
Soft-fruit growers should stop moaning and make the most of their opportunities.
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ArticleEuropeans collaborate on residue database
A European database has been created to remove duplication of effort on residue data generation.
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ArticleWTO ruling favours NZ top fruit
New Zealand's apple and pear industry in line for NZ$50m leg-up.
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ArticleSouth Africa export directory available
The Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) has launched two books, the second PPECB Export Directory and 160 Years of Export - The History of the Perishable Products Export Control Board, a complete history of the PPECB.
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ArticleIsraeli berries kick off
The Israeli strawberry season has started with fruit meeting keen demand.
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ArticleSouth African stone fruit delayed
South African stone fruit and grape are coming on stream considerably behind a normal start to the season.
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ArticleOne third of UK top-fruit industry could disappear
At least one third of the UK top-fruit industry could disappear unless it pays greater attention to its management and marketing, says a new report.
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Salvesen appoints new director
Christian Salvesen Plc has announced Julian Steadman has been appointed as Group Finance Director
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ArticleAccession poses onion threat
Onion growers in the UK heard this week how the accession of new members to the EU next year is likely to affect them.
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ArticleLorries shun M6 toll road
Less than 10 lorry operators have signed up to use the M6 following complaints of high prices.
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ArticleMandela message for Fairtrade retailers
Former South African president Nelson Mandela has delivered a strong message of support for South African Fairtrade fruit and also the UK's retailers.