Tomato news archive – Page 71
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ArticleOrganic supplies in abundance
The organic vegetable market is awash with product thanks to an exceptionally clement November in Spain and later-running seasons due to mild temperatures in northern Europe.
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ArticleFepex slams EU-Morocco ‘deal’
Spanish federation Fepex has called on the European Commission to renegotiate its new export ‘deal’ with Morocco
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FPC fears untimely import regulation
Increased controls on “high risk” imports of certain fresh produce will not provide additional protection for consumers and will impose additional costs and bureaucracy on importers, according to the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC).
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Spanish claim Moroccan fraud
Fepex, the association which represents Spanish exporters, has claimed that fraud is taking place in import activity of tomatoes from Morocco into the EU. Fepex claims the move makes a mockery of the constraints of the existing Association Agreement, which places quotas on the tonnage of Moroccan imports allowed.
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ArticleMorocco in growth mode
When the Moroccan government unveiled ambitious plans last month to double the country’s agricultural output by 2020, the move was clearly indicative of an industry that has secured a strong following in export markets and carved a niche for itself as a key source of fresh produce during the winter months. Laura Gould reports
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ArticlePoland set for largest eco-greenhouse
Agricultural group T. Mularski is to develop Europe's largest greenhouse for tomato production
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ArticleThanet scoops Tesco prize
Giant greenhouse project Thanet Earth has landed the Best Local Grower gong at the Tesco Grower of the Year Awards.
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ArticleSugardrop tomato on sale at Tesco
Described by the retailer as being as sweet as a peach, the new variety has gone on sale in the UK this week
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ArticleTesco launches sweet tomato
A revolutionary new gourmet tomato that is “as sweet as a peach” is to go on sale in Tesco stores across the UK.
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ArticleTomato sources collide
Tomatoes are in abundant supply, leading to price pressure as fruit comes on in a flush across a number of leading sources.
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ArticleEC to investigate Moroccan tomatoes
Brussels is reportedly beginning an investigation into Spanish allegations over 'fraudulent' Moroccan tomato imports
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Geoffrey Wells dies, aged 88
Geoffrey Wells, described as “a pioneer in early, long-season tomato production”, has died aged 88.
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ArticleWS Bentley lands Yorkshire gong
WS Bentley Growers’ Sprouting Peas won best Fresh Produce Product at the fifth annual deliciouslyorkshire Awards, announced at the ceremony at Rudding Park, Harrogate on Monday.
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ArticleEnza Zaden homes in on taste
Global seed breeder Enza Zaden has launched a tomato campaign, Timing Taste, with the aim of uniting the salad sector together across the UK and continental Europe in producing tomatoes with more flavour.
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ArticleSix L's signs Meyer Tomato deal
Exclusive sales and marketing agreement gives Six L's expanded sales volume and greater growing and shipping locations
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Russell unveils Tuta absoluta "weapon"
UK-based firm Russell IPM has unveiled a new a weapon in the fight against the dangerous tomato pest Tuta absoluta.
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ArticleIsrael’s winter warmers
Many Israeli producers are increasing their export volumes this season and are hoping that the weak sterling will not dampen prospects. Doris Lee Butterworth reports
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ArticleInto the Garden
On the eve of a massive regeneration 35 years on from moving to the south London site, New Covent Garden Market (NCGM) is full of both promise and speculation. Elizabeth O’Keefe takes in the atmosphere at one of the UK’s largest fruit and vegetable wholesale markets
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ArticleMoroccans unveil huge agriculture plans
The Moroccan agriculture industry has unveiled plans to double its production by 2020, tripling its export capacity in the process. .
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ArticleRaymond Blanc backs British toms
Renowned chef Raymond Blanc attended the first day of the National Fruit Show last week to judge the British Tomato Growers’ Association’s (TGA) Tastiest Tomato Competition.