Brassica news archive – Page 46
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ArticleParripak's state-of-the-art development
Parripak Foods have built a state-of-the-art rapid chill store which houses humidity controlled rapid cooling intake fridges for root crops and brassicas.
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ArticleThe right formula
After the bad winter crop suffered by some UK growers, early predictions suggest that summer brassicas will inject much needed vigour into the sector. And with a host of health-enhancing properties new varieties will also offer the benefit of further seasonal extension. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleAppliance of science
As the issue of obesity looms ever larger on consumers’ minds and waistlines, there has never been a better time to publicise all that is nutritious about fresh produce. Marketing budgets might be low but the rewards are high, particularly for those who invest in scientific research. Emma Hatfield reports.
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In praise of Breton growers
Ever since I heard of the traditional Onion Johnnies who pedalled along our south coast every autumn, I have had a regard for
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ArticleEwan new BGA chairman
At the recent Brassica Growers’ Association agm Alistair Ewan, managing director of East of Scotland Growers, was elected as the BGA’s chairman.
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ArticleSustainability still requires hard work
The growth in sales of organic food is something to celebrate but developing a sustainable organic food market within the confines of a global economy was never going to be easy. Rob Haward, horticulture manager at the Soil Association, looks at some of the emerging problems in the organic market - and ways forward for the future.
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ArticleAvailability drives Marshalls
Better availability and a focus on eco-friendly packaging have resulted in good growth for Marshalls’ organic lines. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticlePak Choi makes record early start
Marshall Bros (Butterwick) Ltd started to harvest Pak Choi yesterday from its production sites in the Fens.
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ArticleMorrisons 'all things to all men'
Morrisons's takeover of Safeway could put it in a position to be "all things to all men", but the store must tread carefully, analysts warn.
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ArticleCornish cornucopia
Reports suggest a dynamic year ahead for Cornish brassicas. Producers have focused their efforts on increasing varieties and ensuring continuity while UK retailers have shown their support by programming in good volumes of supply. Emma Hatfield reports.
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Brassica growers beware pesticide spotlight
Brassica growers must be wary of pesticide concerns, said chariman of growers' association Philip Effingham
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ArticleCauliflower loadings rise
Oversupply of cauliflowers is bringing price levels crashing down on wholesale markets this week.
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ArticleBrassica conference taking bookings
There is still time for delegates to register for next week's Brassica Growers Conference.
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ArticleSainsbury's suppliers lose business
English growers lose business as Sainsbury's rationalises supply base.
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ArticleBrassica event confirmed
The Brassica Growers Association biennial conference will take place January 14, 2004.
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ArticleOnion industry told to rethink planting programmes
As the spectre of damaging over-production looms, the onion industry is being advised to think very carefully about its planting programmes.
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Locally minded
As a seed company with sales in more than 150 countries around the world, it would be easy for Seminis Vegetable Seeds to think purely on a global level, disregarding the almost forgotten concepts of seasonality and regionality. But, says special projects manager Steve Parrott, as the newly introduced range shows, this is far from the case.
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Brittany back on song
Breton growers report key brassica lines are back on track after the prolonged dry spell.
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Autumn bliss makes its mark
David Shapley takes a look around the UK's produce aisles.You can always tell when autumn is in the air. Citrus starts to