All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 130
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ArticleNFU pressures RPA over payment suspensions
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is calling on the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) to take the decisions necessary to ensure it can release payments due to fruit and vegetable co-operatives in time for Christmas.
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ArticleRedfox socialises with new site
Recruitment specialist Redfox has launched a new website as it incorporates further interactive elements into its portfolio.
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BBSRC consults over new farm
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) launched a consultation on the details of a proposed investment of more than £1 million in a new farm-scale research facility at North Wyke Research in Devon.
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ArticleSouth Africa reports strong avo year
South Africa’s avocado growers have reported a successful year, exporting just under the forecast 10 million cartons.
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ArticleMorrisons achieves record market share
The retail sector has been described as “fiercely competitive - but largely buoyant”, with Morrisons shaping up the strongest of the supermarkets by registering a record market share.
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ArticleDel Monte bares all
Del Monte is baring all as it looks to tackle the prepared fruit category head-on with the launch of its new Naked Fruit range.
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ArticlePositive reaction for pre-budget report
Reaction to UK Chancellor Alistair Darling’s pre-budget report this week has been largely positive as he looks to turn around an economy that is still ailing under difficult conditions.
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ArticleEarly start for Namibian grapes
The Namibian table grape season has started early with volumes and size up and a relatively clear UK grape market offering suppliers significant opportunities.
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ArticleEdible Ornamentals scoops Anglia gong
Bedford-based chilli experts Shawn and Joanna Plumb of Edible Ornamentals have been crowned East Anglian Local Food Hero 2009.
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FARMA conference approaches
The farming sector is gearing up for Farm & More, a new event from the National Farmers’ Retail & Markets Association (FARMA) set to take place next month.
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WNS wins Chiquita contract
WNS (Holdings) Limited has announced it has been awarded a multi-year contract with Chiquita Brands International to deliver finance and accounting services.
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GlobalGAP concludes world tour
GlobalGAP has concluded its worldwide stakeholder consultation and outreach effort for its new standard version 2011 in Athens.
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ArticleFood SMEs offered training programme
Small- and medium-sized food and drink businesses are being invited to boost the skills of their workforce through an innovative new leadership and management training programme.
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Morrisons to strengthen Writtle ties
The former chief executive of Morrisons, Marc Bolland, spoke about collaborative work with Writtle College in a speech given at a prestigious event attended by government ministers and industry professionals shortly before his departure.
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ArticleCalls for composite markets increase
There have been widespread calls for farmers’ markets and traditional retail markets to put their differences aside to provide prosperous, composite markets.
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ArticleStrong showing for Jazz at BBC event
Jazz apples took the BBC Good Food Show by storm last week with more than 20,000 apples directly reaching consumers.
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Plans underway for AFL 2010
The worldwide exhibitor promotion campaign for Asia Fruit Logistica has been launched ahead of next September’s conference.
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ArticleConcern raised over supermarket allure
A former supermarket specialist now bidding to become an MP has called on suppliers to support local markets and “resist the temptation of the big boys”.
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Staffline acquires Peter Rowley Ltd
Staffline has announced it has acquired Peter Rowley Limited a training provider with its principal and namesake set to work with Staffline for a minimum period of two years.
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ArticleCo-op to open market in Manchester
The Co-operative is to build a huge market in the heart of Manchester as it looks to capitalise on the economic, environmental and social benefits of the retail platform and add some retail nouse to the industry.