Tomato news archive – Page 77
-
Article
Size really does matter on the fresh produce shelf
An FPJ reader asked me recently what I am looking for when I take a trip along the fresh produce aisles. The initial answer is
-
ArticleDEFRA reveals UK production levels
The area of field vegetables grown in the open in the UK has fallen, but the fruit industry has seen an increase in production and value, according to new statistics on fruit and veg production released by DEFRA.
-
ArticleEVS toms enter Asda stores
English Village Salads (EVS) scored a fresh produce hat-trick with the launch of locally grown British round tomatoes into selected Asda stores last week.
-
ArticleBest of Belgium
Belgium’s fresh produce may not attract the same attention as its neighbours, but the offer from the small country is no less impressive. As exporters look for continued growth despite the downbeat economic situation, Doris Lee Butterworth talks to leading auctions to discuss their latest plans.
-
ArticleProcurement remains key while sector in flux
The sector continues to feel the effects of problematic weather in South Africa, which has pushed retail prices high and caused supply problems. But all eyes have now turned to Chile, where growers could not wait to get fruit off the vines. Alex Lawson reports.
-
Article
Borneo barrier for mites
A new acaricide based on the active ingredient etoxazole, Borneo will be available for use this year in protected tomatoes and aubergines.
-
ArticleToms in tight spot
The UK tomato industry has had an eventful year, with the loss of Jersey production and the addition of greenhouse development Thanet Earth. Now, as demand for domestic supply continues to increase, growers are calling for more reasonable returns to sustain the industry. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports.
-
Article
Summer lines starting to put in retail appearance
It must be the burst of summer weather over the weekend that has put an extra lift into soft-fruit sales. Strawberries, in
-
ArticleSpanish growers slam import controls
Agricultural group COAG has called the EU’s control for Moroccan tomatoes a “joke”, claiming they put in doubt European production
-
Article
Redpack heads for Poland
Redpack Packaging Machinery is hoping to boost the growing Polish tomato industry following the export of a automatic tomato feed system from its factory in Norwich, bound for the eastern European country.
-
ArticlePutting the facts straight
The fresh produce industry is built on the foundation of good health and it is this strong, timeless message that will see the sector through its many ups and downs. UK consumers are eager to eat what they are told is good for them and, in recent years, there has been no shortage of health statements on the fruit and vegetable front. But now that European regulations are getting tighter, will the industry still be able to stake its claims? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
-
ArticleHope shines through as clocks move forward
It is finally looking up for the salad sector this quarter, with UK cucumber and peppers coming on stream and Spanish product returning to form after a cold snap. What’s more, growers and suppliers are finding that orders are steady, despite the economic downturn. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports on the change of tune.
-
Article
Film industry hits Barcelona
Agricultural film has increased in popularity, despite the criticisms surrounding the use of plastics in the environmental debate.
-
ArticleMFSS welcomes a fresh perspective
The Marden Fruit Show Society welcomed in a new chapter in its history with the election of Norman Collett’s Sarah Calcutt as its junior vice-chairman at the East Malling Research Association’s (EMRA) Top Fruit Storage Members’ Day.
-
Article
Marketing standards: workshops held
DEFRA and the Rural Payments Agency are holding workshops as part of the consultation on the reworked European Commission (EC) Marketing Standards in fresh produce as the labelling debate heightens.
-
ArticleStepping up the pace
Since the Dutch government announced its aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent, grower co-operative The Greenery has jumped into action. Elizabeth O’Keefe visited the Netherlands to investigate the innovative projects coming to fruition.
-
ArticleUnica Group formed in Almería
Several major Andalusian cooperatives have jointly formed new export organisation Unica Group to improve sales and efficiencies
-
Article
Marketing standards deadline looms
The Fresh Produce Consortium is consulting with its membership on marketing standards in advance of revised EC regulation 1221/2008 coming into force on July 1.
-
Article
Fine foods finalists unveiled
The shortlist for the prestigious Heart of England fine foods (HEFF) Diamond Awards 2009 has been revealed and with tough competition across the Fresh Produce category.
-
Article
Redpack tackles tomatoes
Packaging specialist Redpack has released a new flow wrapper machine to aid international tomato packers using its automated systems.