All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 109

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    Fresh Russia line-up beefed up

    2010-04-05T13:01:01Z

    Large-scale fruit and vegetable conference Fresh has extended its roster of programme speakers, adding further industry experts to its Russian event.

  • Vale received plaudits from figures throughout the industry including National Fruit Show chair Sarah Calcutt
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    Ray Vale steps down from fruit show role

    2010-04-05T10:01:02Z

    Raymond Vale has stepped down as publicity officer for the Marden Fruit Show Society, a role which he held for 26 years.

  • Janet Hutchinson is looking forward to the challenges of her new role
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    Spitalfields unveils new chief executive

    2010-04-05T09:01:01Z

    The Spitalfields Market Tenants' Association has announced that Janet Hutchinson is to become its new chief executive.

  • The new range can meet versatile needs
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    New container range launched

    2010-04-04T17:01:01Z

    Goplasticboxes.com has developed a new range of plastic containers specifically for the food industry.

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    New tax debt rules pending

    2010-04-04T14:01:02Z

    New rules for businesses that want to reschedule large tax debts under HMRC’s Business Payment Support Service (BPSS) come into effect next month.

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    Organics hit mainstream, OTB reveals

    2010-04-04T13:01:01Z

    Some 83 per cent of Britons now buy organic food, dispelling the common misconception that organic food is only for the small minority who are totally committed to organic principles, according to Organic Trade Board (OTB) findings.

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    Cape Town to host African standards event

    2010-04-04T11:01:01Z

    The Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) is to launch a Bi-Annual Africa Product Standards Workshop, scheduled to take place at The Lord Charles Hotel, Somerset West, Cape Town on 20-22 April.

  • Gamber Produce is among those nominated in the produce category
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    HEFF unveils Diamond Award nominees

    2010-04-04T09:01:01Z

    The shortlist for the prestigious Heart of England Fine Foods (HEFF) Diamond Awards 2010 has been revealed and there is stiff competition in the new fresh produce category.

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    Amsterdam hosts sustainable summit

    2010-04-03T17:01:01Z

    Sustainable supply chains are to be the focus of the second edition of the Sustainable Foods Summit, taking place on 10-11 June in Amsterdam.

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    NFU urges on VI amid regulation fears

    2010-04-03T14:01:01Z

    The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is reminding farmers and growers that they have until the end of March to complete their Crop Protection Management Plan (CPMP) as it battles to avoid regulation and get behind The Voluntary Initiative.

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    Hertfordshire festival set for May

    2010-04-03T13:01:01Z

    Letchworth Garden City in north Hertfordshire is to host its first-ever food festival on 22-23 May to celebrate the completion of extensive new landscaping in the town.

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    Tesco thanks Waitrose over rhubarb boom

    2010-04-02T17:04:20Z

    Tesco has seen a considerable boost in sales of rhubarb due to an expensive campaign highlighting the product - from fellow supermarket Waitrose.

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    Waste regulations cut farm costs

    2010-04-02T17:01:01Z

    New waste regulations set to come into force next month will see farmers and growers potentially saving more than £4 million in potential costs.

  • The terminal enjoyed a fruitful festive period
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    Liverpool Produce Terminal steams ahead

    2010-04-02T08:01:01Z

    Liverpool Produce Terminal (LPT) is steaming ahead with its operations, after struggling to attract shipments in its first year.

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    Birmingham love-in for logistics sector

    2010-04-01T16:01:01Z

    Some of the foremost logistics companies and truck manufacturers will meet for a gala event at the start of the Love Logistics campaign next month.

  • Laurence Olins will offer industry insight
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    Berry Congress early bird offer still on

    2010-04-01T14:01:02Z

    With the final date for making exclusive savings on delegate fees nearing, berry industry professionals are readying themselves for London's Global Berry Congress on 12 May.

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    Chiquita bullish despite banana woes

    2010-04-01T11:01:01Z

    Chiquita has responded to problems in the European banana market with an update, while simultaneously unveiling a tie-up on beverages with Danone.

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    EU approves £20m UK farming crisis fund

    2010-04-01T10:01:01Z

    A temporary UK scheme to grant limited amounts of aid of up to €15,000 (£13,214) to UK farmers affected by the economic crisis has been approved by the European Commission.

  • The potato balls will be aimed at older children
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    McCain launches footy product

    2010-04-01T09:01:01Z

    McCain Foods is set to capitalise on the impending World Cup football fever with a new frozen potato product - McCain Footballs.

  • Waitrose's pineberries are grown in the Netherlands
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    Pineberries hit Waitrose shelves

    2010-03-31T15:01:01Z

    A white strawberry described as “Alice in Wonderland-style fruit” has hit Waitrose shelves.