Citrus news archive – Page 220
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Drinking from the summer cusp
Most retailers appear to be on the cusp of summer, judging by the seasonality of their offer, writes David Shapley.
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ArticleSouthern hemisphere counts oil costs
Exporters in the southern hemisphere are facing up to spiralling logistics costs and a lack of freight capacity.
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ArticlePositive citrus outlook
South African citrus growers are looking to build on the positive performance of 2003. A lack of rain has not dampened enthusiasm too much, but rising traceability demands are raising concerns. John Broy reports.
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ArticleStepac to the future
Turkish cherry exporters are discovering the benefits of Stepac’s Xtend® system. The Journal reports on how it helps them deliver a higher quality of product with a longer shelf life during an extended growing season.
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ArticleRefresh Awards 2004 preview
The first ever Re:fresh Awards will take place next week to honour a broad spectrum of industry talent. The Journal caught up with some of the finalists to find out what it takes to reach the shortlist of the first awards in the trade to recognise achievement along the whole supply chain.
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ArticleGrapefruit juice about-face
The Florida Department of Citrus is reviewing its promotion of grapefruit juice.
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ArticleAll’s Fair in organic trade
AgroFair has made great strides in developing its organic offer. This year the company hopes to start with its first supplies of citrus. Emma Hatfield reports.
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FDOC gets new boss
The Florida Citrus Commission has appointed a citrus industry stalwart to become the new chief executive of the Florida Department of Citrus.
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ArticleOutspan launches seedless lemons
OUTSPAN is launching the first seedless lemons this weekend.
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ArticleTozer - seeds on trial
Tozer Seeds recognises that the herb sector represents a key niche for its business. The company is trialing a host of variations of existing herbs, while Israeli company Genesis Seeds continues its research across various sites.
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ArticleConfidence is Golden
Renewed confidence in South Africa’s top fruit industry has translated into a grower-funded campaign for Golden, storage investment and new plantings and a unique and efficient system of supply. Emma Hatfield reports.
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Anecoop results bring cheer
Spanish exporter Anecoop has announced some record results at its recent agm.
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ArticleMarket demands Mor
MTex UK reports keen demand for its easy-peel Mor which kicked off its season last week.
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ArticleSchool scheme gets thumbs up
The National Diet and Nutrition Survey published in June 2000 made uncomfortable reading. One child in five ate no fruit whatsoever and since 1983 children’s consumption of fruit and vegetables had been in a continual state of decline. In response, the National School Fruit Scheme was launched with the aim of providing free school fruit to more than two million children between the ages of four to six by 2004. Emma Hatfield reports on its progress.
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FPC issues new waste guidelines
The new edition of the FPC Guide to the Packaging Waste Regulations, including an updated Ready Reckoner, is now complete.
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Lona signs Amanzi deal
South African citrus exporter Lona has concluded an agreement with Amanzi Citrus in the Sundays River Valley.
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ArticleTunisia targets UK market
The Tunisian fresh produce industry exhibited at Food & Drink Expo, and has singled the UK out as a target market for its citrus and vegetables.
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ArticleA fair chance
In just 10 years since its launch, Fairtrade has grown to accommodate more than 250 products. Emma Hatfield investigates the increasing role of fresh produce as ethical trading makes the leap from minority to mainstream.
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ArticleMorocco utilises strength in depth
Morocco continues to diversify through a range of products as it looks to strengthen its place in the UK market. As ever citrus takes a lead role in exports, but innovative growers are working hard to create new opportunities. John Broy reports.
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New apple strains before switch
While the retail trade is poised for the arrival of the southern hemisphere apple season, it was interesting this week to spot