All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 61
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ArticleChilean blueberry ambition causes concern
News that Chile will double its production of blueberries within five years caused a stir amongst suppliers at the Seasonal Berries workshop in London this week.
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ArticleEarly South African grape exports climb
South African grape exports are progressing well ahead of last season, but the total crop is forecast to be smaller.
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ArticleTesco manager gains qualification
A senior Tesco manager has proved a demanding job and busy family life are no barriers to gaining a masters degree.
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ArticleSoft-fruit packer installs new system
Soft-fruit packer MT Mitchell claims it has reduced pack costs, attained high production speeds and improved its environmental performance after installing the new GT3 tray sealer from heat sealing specialist Proseal.
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ArticleSearch heats up as job vacancies rise
Recruiters are desperately looking for candidates in the fresh produce sector at graduate level, while flat management structures are holding employees back, according to leading industry figures
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Onion packer employs new solution
Anglia Business Solutions has announced that Spalding based Moulton Bulb Co Ltd, part of the Oldershaw Group, has selected its LINKFresh solution.
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Prize for public sector caterers
Using locally grown, seasonal vegetables was among the initiatives that have helped public sector caterers from across London win prestigious Good Food on the Public Plate awards.
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ArticleNew Spitalfields gets festive
Councillor Masood Ahmad, mayor of Waltham Forest, braved freezing conditions to turn on the Christmas lights at New Spitalfields market last Friday.
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ArticleAsda director to depart
Douglas Gurr will exit the company following a spell aiding Wal-Mart's Massmart acquisition
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ArticlePortuguese exporter unveils facility
Portuguese exporter Emergosol has opened its first vegetable packhouse in Alto de Esteveira, northern Portugal, and hopes to make it one of the first BRC accredited vegetable packing facilities in the Mediterranean country.
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ArticleCalcutt steps back from Norman Collett
Norman Collett manager and prominent UK top-fruit figure Sarah Calcutt is to take a sabbatical from the trade.
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Asda boss to depart
Douglas Gurr will leave his position as executive director at Asda in March 2011, according to reports.
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ArticleTrade hits back over banking accusations
The industry has reacted angrily to suggestions it is run on too tight margins for banks to consider backing them.
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IMA Cooling Systems changes name
UK refrigeration contractor IMA Cooling Systems Ltd is to change its name to JD Cooling Systems Ltd from 1 January.
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ArticleNew Spanish mandarin launches
A new Spanish mandarin that producers claim will be the most exclusive variety on the market is set to launch in the UK next year.
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Discounts set to devalue eating out trade
Charging the full price for a meal out will become more difficult for restaurant and pub operators as diners become increasingly accustomed to discounts through of the widespread availability of money-off vouchers.
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ArticleFresca appoints new operations director
Fresca Group Ltd has appointed Tim Espley its new group operations director.
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ArticleBerry Gardens sets sights on cherries
Fruit marketer Berry Gardens is to branch out into cherries as it looks to broaden its range.
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NFU backs production push
Farmers can and will grow more food to feed a growing population while impacting less, according to the NFU.