Berries news archive – Page 196
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ArticleMassive berry cash boost
The Winter Berries campaign in the UK has received a huge cash boost from exporters to the UK.
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ArticleNew berry company formed by merger
Merger plans announced to form a new European berry company.
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New gooseberry to light up market
A new disease-resistant gooseberry from the US looks set to revitalise the market for the often-sidelined fruit.
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Producer groups set for expansion
History shows that co-operative ventures in the UK have enjoyed mixed fortunes over the years. Expansion plans and policy
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ArticleKG's continental drift
KG Fruits, the UK’s largest soft fruit co-operative, plans to expand into Europe.
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ArticleAVA goes continental with The Greenery
Scottish soft-fruit specialist Angus Soft Fruits aims to put the UK firmly on the berry-breeding map by becoming the first exporter of a branded variety to the Benelux countries.
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ArticleFestively challenged
Many fresh produce lines come into their own over Christmas when they form part of the array of traditional festive fare. Emma Twyning spoke to some leading specialists in Christmas lines to find out what lies in store this year.
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Picking out the positives
In this week’s bumper issue, you’ll read a whole host of positive articles about this industry of ours, branching
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Berry company changes corporate identity
Global Berry Farms has formally changed its corporate name to Naturipe Farms LLC.
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ArticleTransatlantic connections
We speak the same language and share many cultural practices, especially in terms of food. But how do the UK and US regard one another when it comes to fresh produce trade? Elspeth Waters reports.
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ArticleGreenery berry pack to extend shelf life
The Greenery has launched soft-fruit packaging specifically designed to prolong product shelf life.
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Solution to loss of dipping chemical
English apple growers hit with the loss of post-harvest dipping chemical carbendizum could benefit from joint work carried out last season by Bayer CropScience and East Malling Research.
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ArticleArgentinean blueberry concern
Argentinean blueberry growers are expecting the new season to start next month, but are expressing concern as international supplies increase and prices disappoint.
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Oregon gets the blues
Soaring temperatures in the US north-west have damaged the region’s blueberry crop.
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ArticleCranberries weather US storms
Figures released by the US department of agriculture’s national agricultural statistics service indicate a large cranberry crop this winter, despite recent hail damage.
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ArticleSpain predicts raspberry rise
Berry sector bosses in Spain are predicting a huge increase in the planted area of raspberries this winter.
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British berry gathering on the move
After 10 years in the Garden of England, the Soft Fruit Conference is undergoing a revamp and relocation to the Midlands.
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ArticlePolka earns its spots
Polish-bred primocane raspberry Polka has proved itself in the UK this season.
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Baby Ava makes firm retail strides
New miniature strawberry variety Baby Ava is gaining increasing market exposure following a successful start in Tesco stores over the last 10 days.
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Dried super berry hits Tesco shelves
Tesco is launching a new dried super berry claimed to fight aging and cancer, while boosting your sex drive.