Tomato news archive – Page 52
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ArticleDiscounters doing well in UK
Aldi and Lidl overtraded during 12 weeks to 8 July, according to new data published by grocery analyst Kantar
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ArticleFPAA responds to US-Mexico spat
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas believes that the US and Mexico must avoid a tomato trade war to avoid negatively affecting a broad spectrum of industries
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ArticleMexico decries US “protectionist” action
The agreement which sets a minimum price for Mexican tomatoes sold on the US market is apparently under threat following calls from Florida to terminate the deal
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ArticleMixing it up
Cross-breeding techniques have added colour and interest to the fresh produce aisles. Thomas Hobbs finds out what goes on behind the scenes of varietal development
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ArticleItalian tomatoes hit by heatwave
Loss of production in south-eastern region of Puglia estimated to be around 25-30 per cent as a result of high temperatures
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Summer is here... on the shelves at least
The summer may still be a long time in coming, but the shelves are bursting with English strawberries regardless, with
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ArticleRijk Zwaan makes Brazilian investment
Seed-breeder Rijk Zwaan officially opened its new Brazilian subsidiary on 22 June.
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ArticleThe food safety tightrope
In China, food safety issues are being discussed in public like never before. Promar International’s John Giles reports from Beijing on how the country is facing up to the issue
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Tomato breakthrough shows research value
You don’t have to be a New Scientist subscriber to get excited about the possibilities that sequencing the genomes of
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ArticleNew tomato research 'lowers production costs'
Scientists have sequenced the genome of the domesticated tomato in a breakthrough that could lower production costs for growers of tomato crops.
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Tomatoes in every shape and size
Retail descriptions to market fresh produce have always fascinated me, no more so than in the tomato sector where varieties,
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ArticleUS green lights West African tomatoes
Tomatoes from ECOWAS member nations will be granted access to the continental US market as of 12 July under certain conditions
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ArticleBayer expands Dutch development
Bayer CropScience has expanded its centre for vegetable research and development in Leudal in the Netherlands.
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ArticleTotal Produce acquires Cornwall wholesaler
Fresh produce supplier Total Produce has completed the acquisition of Cornwall-based fruit and vegetable wholesaler R E Dennis.
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ArticleFresh produce sales soar for Budgens
Budgens has projected its pick-and-mix tomato sales will double this summer with sales of over 20,000 cases.
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ArticleHot weather boosts fresh produce sales
The recent heat wave combined with excitement over the Queen’s upcoming Jubilee celebrations has been good for fresh produce sales with Sainsbury's reporting record sales of salad.
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ArticleCanary Islands: Canaries’ sunny outlook
The Canary Islands have a longstanding trading partnership with the UK, with strong supply of salads in particular. Kathy Hammond looks at the development of the relationship
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ArticleFyffes: Branding bananas
The Fyffes name has appeared on bananas for decades, and is credited with setting a new benchmark in produce branding. Chloe Ryan reports
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ArticleSinclair: Union Jack helps to market more home-grown produce
The national flag has been helping Britain’s fruit and vegetable growers to market fresh produce for longer than you might think. Chris White reports
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ArticleRichard Jones: Richard Jones expands with Bridge buy
Two of the oldest businesses on Manchester Market have come together this week to strengthen the supply of a wide range of produce. Michael Barker reports