Tomato news archive – Page 103
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ArticleFamous and Belgian
When it comes to innovation, it’s worth looking at Belgium’s fresh produce sector for new and exciting products. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more
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ArticleTesco launches cancer-fighting tom
A cancer-fighting tomato is to be launched onto the UK market by Tesco.
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ArticleJewel in Jersey's crown
Jersey grower Kevin Herve flew over to the mainland this week to herald the launch of the Jersey Jewel branded tomatoes he is producing exclusively for Tesco.
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Retailers resurrect fruit for Easter
The message that Easter is on the way is already being trumpeted loudly in the aisles of most retail outlets. And while the
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Trade misses out on praise
I often feel that the praise due to the fresh produce industry is not sung loudly enough. After all, it represents a
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ArticleGrowers take long term position
It is early days, but those of an optimistic nature are hopeful about UK tomato prospects this season. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleDutch march on
Salad producers in the Netherlands are hoping to build on their strong position in the UK market. But, despite their proximity, they are not immune to high fuel costs and the effects of a cost-conscious customer. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleSteep learning curve
Giving free fruit to children seems admirable in anyone’s book, but the school scheme appears to have courted nothing but negative attention in recent months. Elspeth Waters caught up with some of the key players in the SFVS to get a more balanced evaluation of its activities.
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Import changes may spell trouble
The European Commission is discussing the future of the Entry Price System, a measure to protect the EU market from cheap
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Almeria returns slide
An increase in production boosted by fine weather conditions has led to a fall in returns for salads growers in Almeria for the first four months of the season.
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ArticleBaarda brings innovation
This may be a highly innovative industry, but it is not often you come across a project that is truly ground-breaking. John Baarda’s 23 acres of high technology glass at Billingham fall into that category and Tommy Leighton paid the Teesside site a visit to see early progress.
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ArticleFernandez hangs up his skates
Spanish importer Luis Fernandez has retired after 52 years in the fresh produce industry.
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Palestinian growers look to Europe
Germany, the Netherlands and the UK are to be the main marketing targets for the fresh produce grown by Palestinian farmers.
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Made in Blu expansion
Italian co-operatives and exporters are banding together to increase their presence and standing on export markets.
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ArticleScience going global
Innovation, added value and being consumer-led are all vital in the fresh produce sector and are frequently cited by companies in these pages as what keeps them ahead of the game. But behind the buzz words are hundreds of projects taking place around the world as part of a global network of research and development. English-speaking countries are well placed to benefit with English the international language of science. Kathy Hammond looks at the internationalisation of R&D in horticulture and fresh produce.
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ArticleHigh Priest of Tomatoes wins prize
Israel’s “High Priest of Tomatoes” Professor Nachum Kedar, of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Faculty of Agriculture in Rehovot, is the recipient of the 2006 Israel Prize in Agriculture.
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ArticleBacteria key to drought solution
Bacteria may be able to keep some plants growing through short periods of drought and save valuable crops from being lost, scientists claimed.
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ArticleGreenery gives tomato guidance
The ever-growing tomato category must have clearer segmentation, according to Dutch giant The Greenery.
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ArticleFuelling concerns
UK fruit and vegetable producers are counting the costs of higher energy bills. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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Saveol - a tomato for every occasion
French company Saveol had six new tomato types on show in Berlin.