All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 76
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New energy levy to hit Irish producers
Less than six months after the introduction of a carbon levy, Irish producers are to be hit by a second energy surcharge, a five per cent electricity levy taking effect next month.
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ArticleDole cleared over Colombia lawsuit
Long-running case against world's largest fresh produce company regarding alleged paramilitary payments has been dismissed
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ArticleKeelings staff consider strike
Six hundred workers at Keelings in Dublin are to be balloted for strike action in a dispute over redundancies, following the loss of a Tesco distribution contract.
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ArticleArgentinean blueberries maintain performance
Output from Argentina’s three main production regions is expected to be on a par with last season, according to new data.
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ArticleEMR hires ornamentals co-ordinator
East Malling Research (EMR) has appointed Fiona Wilson to the newly created role of ornamentals co-ordinator.
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NFU head added to FPJ bill
NFU horticulture board chair Sarah Pettitt will take the stage along with Wychavon Council’s Chris Brooks, as part of an open debate entitled ‘Making the Region Sustainable’ with FPJ editor Michael Barker at the FPJ Conferences - West Midlands event.
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ArticleNaked Fruit pots hit Budgens
Del Monte has launched its Naked Fruit range into Budgens.The snack pots of mango, tropical fruit salad, melon medley and Del Monte Gold extra sweet pineapple will have a £1 price point and come with a built-in spork.
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Agrovista to display codling option at NFS
New approaches to controlling scab and codling moth that are paying huge dividends for fruit farmers will be highlighted at this year’s National Fruit Show in October.
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Lantra searches for powerful figure
Skills body Lantra is searching for a new “commercially-minded political mover and shaker” to be its next chair.
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ArticleIPP Logipal develops solution for Produce World
Pallet rental specialist IPP Logipal has developed a dedicated pallet solution for Produce World.
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ArticleMaritime launches convenience sweet potato
Maritime Foods has launched the Carolina Sun sweet potato brand into the convenience market with the introduction of a “rapid cook” line.
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Smurfit Kappa to offer insight at WFV
Packaging firm Smurfit Kappa is to advise fruit and vegetable retailers, growers, agents, packers and fillers on how they can sell more across the world - by considering more effective packaging solutions.
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Leaked list reveals quango hit list
A number of quangos which have a huge impact of the UK fresh produce trade are on a hit list leaked from government.
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EU-Morocco deal opposition mounts
European farming body Copa-Cogeca has reiterated its opposition to a draft agreement on liberalising trade between the EU and Morocco, a deal which it warned would have a "catastrophic impact" on EU fruit and vegetable production, especially tomatoes.
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Nairobi airport ups produce offer
Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is set to become the location of the first fresh produce and cargo handling facility in Africa to incorporate a multi-storey ETV (elevating transfer vehicle)-based perishables handling system next month.
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ArticleTesco reveals direct sourcing plans
Tesco is expected to rationalise its supply base and source more fresh produce directly as part of plans to become “a more vertically integrated” business.
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TV channel sought for market documentary
A pilot for potential factual TV series The Three Musketeers had its debut at the NABMA conference in Buxton last week.
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ArticleAsda begins sale of Mozambique grapefruit
Asda has begun the sale of grapefruit from Mozambique after a rescue mission was carried out on a dilapidated orchard.
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Irish consolidation continues
The Irish vegetable sector is undergoing a major period of consolidation, according to new information.
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ArticleLondon markets face Olympic shut out
The director of markets at Tower Hamlets Council has warned the London borough’s 10 iconic retail markets from Brick Lane to Columbia Road could be cut out of the Olympic 2012 celebrations if the area does not step up.