All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 76

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    Localism bill creates confusion

    2010-09-27T15:01:01Z

    Confusion over the Decentralisation and Localism Bill and what it would mean for markets throughout the UK overshadowed the launch of a new package of practical advice and training for traditional market traders, released by the coalition government at NABMA’s Buxton conference last week.

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    New energy levy to hit Irish producers

    2010-09-27T13:01:01Z

    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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    Dole cleared over Colombia lawsuit

    2010-09-27T12:43:15Z

    Long-running case against world's largest fresh produce company regarding alleged paramilitary payments has been dismissed

  • Keelings staff consider strike
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    Keelings staff consider strike

    2010-09-27T12:01:02Z

    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.

  • Argentinean blueberries maintain performance
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    Argentinean blueberries maintain performance

    2010-09-27T11:12:08Z

    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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    EMR hires ornamentals co-ordinator

    2010-09-26T15:01:01Z

    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

    2010-09-26T11:01:01Z

    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.

  • Naked Fruit pots hit Budgens
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    Naked Fruit pots hit Budgens

    2010-09-26T09:01:01Z

    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

    2010-09-25T15:01:01Z

    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

    2010-09-25T13:01:01Z

    Skills body Lantra is searching for a new “commercially-minded political mover and shaker” to be its next chair.

  • IPP Logipal's senior business development manager Paul Harmer with Stephen Bowdler, group procurement manager at Produce World
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    IPP Logipal develops solution for Produce World

    2010-09-25T11:01:01Z

    Pallet rental specialist IPP Logipal has developed a dedicated pallet solution for Produce World.

  • Maritime launches convenience sweet potato
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    Maritime launches convenience sweet potato

    2010-09-25T09:01:01Z

    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

    2010-09-24T14:01:02Z

    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

    2010-09-24T11:50:36Z

    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

    2010-09-24T10:01:01Z

    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

    2010-09-24T09:01:02Z

    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.

  • Tesco reveals direct sourcing plans
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    Tesco reveals direct sourcing plans

    2010-09-24T08:01:01Z

    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

    2010-09-23T14:01:01Z

    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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    Asda begins sale of Mozambique grapefruit

    2010-09-23T12:01:02Z

    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

    2010-09-23T10:01:01Z

    The Irish vegetable sector is undergoing a major period of consolidation, according to new information.