Berries news archive – Page 180
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ArticleSecond blueberry campaign underway
Marketing initiative to promote South American blueberries in Europe begins with UK television advertising drive
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ArticleAustralia blueberries look to India and China
Australian blueberry exporters are paying more attention to growing demand in India and China
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ArticleNew berry varieties to debut at PMA
Well-Pict Berries will showcase two new varieties it has developed to produce large, late-season fruit
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ArticlePlanasa launches Mexican venture
Spanish fruit breeder launches Planamerica to develop new berry varieties for Mexican producers
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ArticleAirfreight industry takes off after a turbulent year
It has been a colourful 12 months for those who rely on flying fresh produce into the UK, with rising prices, strikes and a tax rethink topped off with a natural disaster in the shape of the Iceland volcanic ash cloud that famously grounded the sector back in April. Anna Sbuttoni asks what’s next for this fast-moving business
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ArticleMexico readies for berry congress
Biennial event to take place in November aims to steer Mexico’s berry sector development in line with global requirements
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ArticlePurple potatoes arrive in Sainsbury's
Potatoes have been the talk of the town this week as the UK’s first purple variety went into Sainsbury’s stores.
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ArticleChile hints at China market opening
China could shortly receive its first blueberries from Chile as the South American nation targets further expansion in Asia
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Asda’s direct approach leaves fresh produce industry talking
A year after Asda completed the buyout of International Produce Ltd, Michael Barker catches up with IPL managing director Nick Scrase to discuss direct supply, grower returns and why other supermarkets are eyeing up the Asda model
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ArticleStrawberry warning issued over aphids
Strawberry growers are being advised to use autumn clean up sprays of Calypso to prevent aphid infestation next spring.
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Blueberry boom imminent
Production and exports of blueberries from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay are tipped to climb again this season.
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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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ArticleFurther growth for South America
Production and exports of blueberries from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay are tipped to climb again this season
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ArticleArgentina releases blueberry forecast
Output from the country’s three main production regions is expected to be on a par with last season
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ArticleGrowth set for Australian berry sector
Raspberry and blackberry production in Australia is forecast to double over the next five years as demand rises
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ArticleBlackcurrants balance exercise effects
A recent scientific study has revealed that the natural chemicals and compounds found in blackcurrants may help balance the impact exercise can have on the body.
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ArticleMexican blackberries face challenges
Some growers have been forced to exit the industry after poor marketing conditions last year, according to new USDA report
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ArticleStrawberry crop protection work underway
Strawberry growers, crop protection companies and consumers look set to benefit from a major project being undertaken in Kent to find natural crop protection alternatives to active substances now banned by the EU.
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ArticleCirkle lands Berry Gardens contract
Cirkle has been appointed by Berry Gardens to handle its six figure Jubilee strawberries consumer PR account.
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ArticleBrassica chemicals could aid berry crops
Scientists in the UK are working on natural crop protection alternatives which could prevent soil-borne disease in strawberries