All Production & Trade articles – Page 173
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NewsNim’s renamed ‘Nim’s… Naturally’ to reflect wider product portfolio
Kent-based company has expanded far beyond its original lineup of fruit crisps
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FeaturesIndonesian picker allegations highlight risk of exploitation for seasonal workers
For the second time in three years, Indonesian pickers are alleged to have been charged illegal fees by a third party to come and work on UK farms
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NewsEast-West Seed’s sales increased last year
The group’s annual review highlights a 6 per cent increase in sales with growth in emerging markets of Africa and Latin America
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NewsBonduelle posts increase in annual revenue
French group confirms its profitability target despite what is called a “difficult consumer environment”
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FeaturesCould a new crop of apple ideas bear fruit in Hungary?
By employing advanced production methods, planting better varieties, and coordinating their marketing efforts, apple growers in the country appear to have given themselves a greater chance of commercial success
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NewsMajor biostimulant study offers hope for tomato resilience
New study hopes to significantly boost the UK tomato sector
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NewsPink Hudson raspberry set to complement Adelita in Morocco
With Moroccan growers looking to extend the raspberry season and consumers seeking out top flavour, Planasa’s Pink Hudson may be the ideal partner for Adelita, according to VitaBlue
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NewsMPs enrol on new NFU scheme to champion British food and farming
Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme aims to create new group of MPs to speak up for the agricultural industry
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NewsAgrovision secures US$100m in latest funding round
Financing will fuel global expansion and accelerate product innovation
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NewsQ2 sales slide but net income climbs at Del Monte
Lower banana sales are recorded in the second quarter while there are strong margin improvements in the fresh and value-added product segments
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NewsTesco partners with Rijk Zwaan to launch ‘UK first’ orange-fleshed watermelon
Spanish-grown variety is available at selected stores, with retailer looking to gauge customer experience
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NewsGovernment pledges ‘a new deal for farmers’ with raft of commitments
Defra secretary Steve Reed promises to optimise ELMs and increase backing for British produce
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NewsBright future for Colombian limes
Equilibria Agro is taking advantage of growing demand to transform lives in rural Colombia
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NewsSouth African lemon exports fall further
New forecast sees volumes drop well below last year’s figures and initial 2024 predictions
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NewsBeeHero launches Pollination Insight Platform 2.0
The solution measures pollinator activity in crops to improve pollination efficacy and increase yields
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NewsWet weather increases potato blight pressure
Syngenta advises use of new Evagio Forte to help growers stay on top of the problem
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NewsUK blackcurrant harvest delivers strong yield despite bad weather
The UK has an anticipated yield of over 11,600 tonnes this year
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NewsGrowUp eyes expansion after £38m investment
Funds from Generate Capital will be used to increase vertical farm’s production capacity and grow its salad brands
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NewsFresh Inset registers Vidre+ tech in Peru
Company says the technology will help Peruvian avocado and lime exporters reach Europe and even the Far East with “unmatched level of freshness”
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NewsDemand remains high for Poland’s apples
While volumes in the orchards are lower, both domestic and overseas sales are strong, according to Jan Nowakowski of Genesis Fresh