All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 100
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ArticleAsda reports first fall in four years
Asda has reported its first sales fall in four years in a performance branded “disappointing” by chairman Andy Bond.
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ArticleCo-op begins Fairtrade bean sprouts
The Co-operative is selling the first bean sprouts to have been grown from Fairtrade certified mung beans.
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Del Monte suspends Brazilian melon job
Del Monte has suspended the production of melons and watermelons in the Brazilian state of Ceará, according to reports in the Brazilian media.
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ArticleIsraeli grape exports underway
Israeli exporter Agrexco has begun the export of Early Sweet grapes at the start of a promising season.
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ArticlePremier Fruits wins wholesaler prize
Premier Fruits landed the coveted Capespan Wholesaler of the Year award at last week’s Re:fresh ceremony in Park Lane.
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ArticleBrazilian association sets up headquarters
New trade association Brazil Fresh Produce (BFP) has set up headquarters in São Paulo as it looks to boost the country’s presence on the international fruit market.
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ArticleMadderson recognised for Lifetime Achievement Award
Industry veteran Brian Madderson received the Re:fresh Florette Lifetime Achievement Award to rapturous applause at the London ceremony on Thursday.
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Greenvale lands Re:fresh innovation award
Greenvale AP has triumphed in the innovation category of the 2010 Re:fresh Awards in recognition of its Project Cascade.
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ArticleAlbert Bartlett lands glamorous gong
A touch of Hollywood glamour brought Albert Bartlett the marketing gong in the industry’s Oscars on Thursday.
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New DEFRA secretary welcomed
Caroline Spelman has been named secretary of state for DEFRA or the incarnation of the food and farming department which may be formed under the coalition government.
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ArticleDawson scoops youthful Re:fresh prize
Rebecca Dawson became the symbol of the produce trade’s youth as she scooped the MorePeople Young Person of the Year gong at the Re:fresh awards on Thursday.
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ArticleCapespan named 5 A DAY champion
Capespan became the healthy heroes of the 2010 Re:fresh Awards, landing the 5 A DAY supporter of the Year gong.
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ArticleYorkshire chef backs regional campaign
Yorkshire chef Stephanie Moon is teaming up with deliciouslyorkshire, to encourage the use and consumption of regional produce by consumers and the hospitality industry, especially up-and-coming chefs.
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ArticleWealmoor takes Re:fresh top spot
Wealmoor landed the glittering top prize of the Fresh Direct Overall Produce Trader of the Year gong at last night’s Re:fresh awards ceremony.
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ArticleFruit Logistica countdown begins
The dispatch of exhibitor documents has officially kicked off the worldwide promotional, advertising and press campaign for Fruit Logistica 2011.
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ArticleFPC hosts GM technology meet
The potential role of GM technology in horticulture is the topic for a debate to be hosted by the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC).
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ArticleThai produce blazes Harrods trail
The Thai ambassador to the UK toured the food halls of Harrods in a celebration of the country last week, ahead of a summer of promotions for Thai produce including work with Tesco.
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Fruit allergy site proves popular
The total number of visits to the Fruit and Allergy website, which was launched in mid-January, is approaching 1,000 and more than 200 users have already tested their fruit allergy type.
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The Greenery tests green trailers
The Greenery has unveiled new aerodynamic trailers which could cut fuel consumption in the delivery of fresh produce.
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ArticleEaster timing distorts retail figures
The timing of Easter has proved key to an apparent upturn in food sales as the retail industry reported a 2.3 per cent drop in sales.