Brassica news archive – Page 39

  • PSPS parts company with FEASTnet
    Article

    PSPS parts company with FEASTnet

    2007-09-08T08:01:02Z

    The future of the Public Sector Produce Supplies (PSPS) grower co-operative is in some doubt after it emerged this week that the organisation has severed ties with the company administering its schools contract.

  • Graham Ward: learning curve
    Article

    Row curtails grower/public-sector partnership

    2007-09-06T10:01:02Z

    The future of the Public Sector Produce Supplies (PSPS) grower co-operative is in some doubt after it emerged this week that the organisation has severed ties with the company administering its schools contract.

  • Pesticides under pressure
    Article

    Pesticides under pressure

    2007-09-04T19:29:56Z

    Proposed changes at EU level to the amount of pesticide allowed on crops could have a seismic impact upon the industry. Michael Barker gauges reaction and asks what the effect of the proposals could be.

  • Spalding - still got it
    Article

    Spalding - still got it

    2007-08-30T16:59:01Z

    The UK’s foremost fresh produce hub is situated in the heart of the fens in Spalding and, with a network of related businesses based within a few miles of each other, the area is a major focal point for the trade. Anna Sbuttoni reports.

  • Broccoli good for immune system
    Article

    Broccoli good for immune system

    2007-08-27T16:01:01Z

    Broccoli has immune-boosting properties and can help fight cancer, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley.

  • Scorching heat is taking its toll in Murcia
    Article

    Veg threat widens across Europe

    2007-08-27T08:01:01Z

    Vegetable supplies are under further threat, with the UK experiencing more rain, a similar picture in France, and producers in southern Spain warning that their drought conditions will severely hinder autumn and winter supplies.

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    Brassica conference dates set

    2007-08-26T12:01:01Z

    The Biennial Brassica Growers’ Conference will be held on January 9 at Warwick HRI in Wellesbourne, Warwickshire.

  • Baby blues
    Article

    Baby blues

    2007-08-23T17:48:26Z

    The popularity of the baby veg category presents growers with what is arguably the best opportunity they have had in years to get consumers eating their greens again, but this summer’s contrary weather seems to have slammed the brakes on any immediate growth. Laura Gould talks to leading producers to find out what the next few months has in store.

  • Article

    The industry will not lose its spirit

    2007-08-23T17:48:03Z

    I get the feeling that the natural resilience of the industry is being tested to breaking point at the present time, and will

  • Article

    Bulb Company joins Maurice Crouch

    2007-08-23T14:01:02Z

    The Bulb Company has become part of the Maurice Crouch Group.

  • Article

    Brassica conference starts the New Year

    2007-08-20T17:01:01Z

    This year Biennial Brassica Growers Conference held in association with the Horticultural Development Council will be held on January 9, 2008 at Warwick HRI, Wellesbourne, Warwickshire.

  • Rhizoctonia warning for lettuce growers
    Article

    Rhizoctonia warning for lettuce growers

    2007-08-19T16:01:01Z

    Manufacturer Scotts has adviced lettuce growers to take action to control diseases caused by rhizoctonia solani.

  • Article

    A fortnight is a long time in the produce industry

    2007-08-17T10:59:30Z

    What a difference a fortnight makes in the produce trade. Earlier in August, displays of English brassicas ravaged by the

  • Avoid climatic consequences
    Article

    Avoid climatic consequences

    2007-08-09T16:41:39Z

    The possible consequences of climate change have been well documented this year and, with the UK forecast to have hotter, drier summers and warmer, wetter winters, the fresh produce industry is working to adapt to future conditions. But a new survey shows that UK growers believe climate change could benefit their businesses. Anna Sbuttoni reports.

  • Spanish growers pressured
    Article

    Spanish growers pressured

    2007-08-05T08:01:02Z

    Spanish producers are under pressure from the UK to fill gaps in supply on some lines while demand for others has waned, leading to a build up in volumes.

  • Article

    Rare sources abound but UK trumps on fruit

    2007-08-02T17:07:08Z

    the impact of the recent deluge in the UK is now making its presence felt, particularly among brassicas on the supermarket

  • Wigram leaves G's
    Article

    Wigram leaves G's

    2007-08-02T15:01:02Z

    Tim Wigram is to leave his position as commercial director of onions at G’s Marketing on August 17.

  • Onions set to increase share
    Article

    Onions set to increase share

    2007-07-27T11:31:13Z

    With the introduction of earlier brown and red set varieties, the maturity window of UK onions will be stretched, helping the UK crop to eat into imports, writes Sue Jupe.

  • Article

    Syngenta beefs up Amistar

    2007-07-19T14:01:01Z

    Syngenta has beefed up its fungicide, Amistar, promising enhanced protection for brassica growers.

  • Article

    Multi veg protection

    2007-07-16T10:01:01Z

    Growers of brassica, carrot and leek crops are being promised the chance to control all of the key fungal pathogens as well as enhance plant growth.