All Production & Trade articles – Page 1752
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HRI provides herb irrigation insight
The HRI releases findings on irrigation systems and improve yields. Three industry insiders give key presentations at National Herb Centre HQ.
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UK onion update predicts variable season
A wet spring and reduced plantings have both contributed to a predicted shortfall in the UK onion crop.
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NFU issues illegal imports warning
The NFU warn of illegal imports carrying deadly diseases to the UK. Union health chiefs tell the government they must stem the tide or compromise public health.
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Banana solution in last minute hitch
The crunch banana trade agreement between the US and EU is under serious threat. Both economies have failed to agree on a waiver to protect the Eurozone from a legal challenge.
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HDC gets spider mite control approved
The Horticultural Development Council has had an alternative spider mite control product approved for use on protected peppers.
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Chilean exports increase
Fresh fruit exports from Chile have increased since last year, Chilean Exporters' Association statistics reveal.
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NZ Chioca production rises
Chioca could soon be a favourite in the UK, as New Zealand production of the vegetable is expanding.
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NFU pushes Code of Practice
The NFU has appealed to the DTI to push forward the Code of Practice outlining fair trading practices between UK farmers and the multiples.
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Aphid populations on the increase
Aphid populations on potato crops have increased dramatically in the past week, the latest Syngenta Potato Tracker report reveals.
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Italian citrus production back on track
Favourable winter weather boosts Italian citrus production in 2000/01
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Europech' issues revised stone fruit predictions
The Europech' forum has published an update on European stone fruit production figures. Volumes of Spanish peach and nectarine are now expected to be lower than forecast in April.
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Leading forces in Israeli citrus to merge
Tnuport and Mehadrin, each of which holds approximately 30 per cent of the volume of Israeli citrus exports, announce they are to join operations.
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British raspberry production prepares for growth
UK raspberry suppliers target market expansion while enjoying healthy sales in the summer sun.
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US lifts banana sanctions
The US has finally lifted $191.4 million of sanctions against the EU, following the moves towards a final resolution of the long-running banana trade war.
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NFU plans to put off pesticides tax
A cross-industry seminar discussing efforts to put off a pesticides tax is held in London.
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Israel's citrus exports take a dive
Total citrus exports from Israel during the 2000/2001 season fell by 14 per cent on the previous year. However, the volume of Lates, Murcott, Ray Ruby, white and red pomelos all showed an increase.
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Non-chlorine produce wash developed
A new environment-friendly fresh produce wash has been launched by Hutchinsons Crop Production Specialists.
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Sundowner on the up
Australian Sundowner has reached the UK marketplace, where it will sell alongside South African product. Up to 100,000 cartons could be sold in the country this year.
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Iceberg grower to discuss diversification
The need for a general lettuce growers' association will be discussed at an open meeting held by the British Iceberg Growers' Association.