All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 145

  • Boycott launches produce 'makeover'
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    Boycott launches produce 'makeover'

    2009-10-01T09:01:01Z

    Convenience stores across London have been given an innovative fruit and veg 'makeover' as part of the Buywell Project, launched by Rosie Boycott last week, aimed at increasing 5 A DAY consumption and store profits.

  • Retirement ruling raises concern
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    Retirement ruling raises concern

    2009-09-30T17:51:01Z

    A law firm is urging agriculture firms to pay close attention to retirement age law after the High Court ruled that the current default retirement age of 65 is lawful - for now.

  • Londis revs up new delivery offer
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    Londis revs up new delivery offer

    2009-09-30T14:01:01Z

    Londis is taking steps to improve its supply chain efficiency with the introduction of a brand new fleet of environment-friendly lorries for its stores.

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    Tesco promotes fresh director

    2009-09-30T12:01:02Z

    Tesco has promoted one of its fresh foods boss to its executive committee harnessing more than 20 years of experience and adding to speculation over Sir Terry Leahy’s eventual successor as chief executive.

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    Co-op film pressures government

    2009-09-30T11:01:02Z

    The government is being urged to commission research into the effects some pesticides may be having on nature’s most efficient pollinator after a new film from The Co-operative.

  • M&S reports sales upturn
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    M&S reports sales upturn

    2009-09-30T09:27:54Z

    Marks & Spencer has announced it is to employ an extra 20,000 seasonal staff and posted better-than-expected sales results, attributing the upturn to a rise in consumer confidence.

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    G20 stalls over Doha Round talks

    2009-09-30T09:01:01Z

    Trade leaders have pledged to revive global trade, reject protectionism, boost trade finance and refrain from imposing new barriers - but failed prevent the continue stalling of the Doha Round trade negotiations.

  • Rubens apples enter Tesco
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    Rubens apples enter Tesco

    2009-09-30T08:01:01Z

    The second season of English premium apple Rubens is set to hit Tesco, as supplier Norman Collett Ltd looks to build on the success of the fruit.

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    UK lags behind in health ratings

    2009-09-29T17:01:01Z

    The UK showed a stable rating in terms of health levels but lagged behind many countries when the 2009 Euro Health Consumer Index (EHCI) was presented in Brussels this week.

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    Bystander pesticide guidance welcomed

    2009-09-29T11:01:02Z

    It is hoped new draft guidance on pesticide exposure assessment will help introduce a standardised approach to pesticides and prevent the kind of public furore that surrounded the landmark Georgina Downs case.

  • Shopper loyalty has become key as the supermarkets continue to focus on retaining custom
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    Sainsbury's invests heavily in loyalty

    2009-09-28T13:01:01Z

    Sainsbury’s is harnessing customer loyalty in a new multi-million pound investment as it looks to strengthen its position and retain customers.

  • Waitrose will extend its Welcome Break outlets from two to 11
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    Waitrose reveals convenience ambitions

    2009-09-28T10:01:01Z

    Waitrose has announced a huge extension of its operations to further its share of the convenience market and form strong ties with Boots and Welcome Break.

  • Greek kiwi season promising
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    Greek kiwi season promising

    2009-09-26T16:01:02Z

    Greek exporters are reporting a promising kiwifruit season as the country looks to capitalise on improved coldstorage conditions.

  • Concern grows over EU-China trade
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    Concern grows over EU-China trade

    2009-09-26T14:01:01Z

    Freshfel Europe has submitted a position paper concerning the state of play of fruit and vegetables trade between China and the EU to the European Commission.

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    Tesco award competition hots up

    2009-09-25T17:01:01Z

    Competition is heating up for the Tesco Innovation Award at this year’s World Fruit & Vegetable Show.

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    Potato farmers warned on safety

    2009-09-25T15:01:01Z

    As the main potato harvesting season gets underway, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is calling on farmers and contractors to take extra care.

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    CBI predicts "weak" crawl out of recession

    2009-09-24T11:01:02Z

    The UK economy is expected to emerge from recession through modest growth in the third and fourth quarters of this year, but constraints on demand will ensure that growth in 2010 is fragile, according to the CBI.

  • Capespan's John Banks, David Robertson and Martin Dunnett with Claire Taylor of the England women's cricket team
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    Capespan scoops Co-op gong

    2009-09-24T10:01:01Z

    Fresh produce importer Capespan has scooped a prestigious Co-operative Award as the supplier looks to strengthen its position with the expanding retailer.

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    Retirement prospects worsen

    2009-09-23T17:01:01Z

    Retirement has become more elusive than ever for retail business owners as the UK struggles to emerge from recession, according to new research.

  • DEFRA's Jim Fitzpatrick has said the move will cause little disruption to farmers
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    DEFRA sets out SPS minimum

    2009-09-23T15:01:01Z

    DEFRA has set a new minimum claim size for the Single Payment Scheme (SPS), administered by the Rural Payment Agency, at one hectare.