All articles by Ed Bedington – Page 63
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Israel signs trade agreement with Jordan
Israel and Jordan signed today an upgraded trade agreement, which includes a one-third reduction of customs duties on Israeli exports to Jordan, while customs duties on Jordanian exports to Israel will be halved.
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Mega trends provide mega opportunity
The fresh produce industry could be able to benefit from some of the ten new mega-trends analysts claim are shaping society.
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R&D appointment for Hargreaves
Soft fruit specialist Hargreaves Plants has announced a new appointment to head up the companies R&D activities.
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ArticleTaiwan closes borders to US apples
US growers have suffered a blow following the news Taiwan has banned the country’s apples.
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Speed restrictions for vans
White van may find himself forced to slow down thanks to new EU legislation.
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Israel sells apples to Syria in historic move
A historic decision to sell Israeli apples to Syria has been made by the Israeli defence minister Shaul Mofaz, the Jerusalem Post has reported.
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PGI for Florida oranges
Florida oranges could be set to be included in the EU system of protected geographic status.
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Fruit donations for schools
Youngsters in Oswestry have been tucking into some healthy treats, thanks to a local fruit and veg supplier’s donations.
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ArticleColoured produce helps fight cancer
Australian researchers claim eating a wedge of watermelon or having an extra tomato could halve the risk of developing prostate cancer.
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Irradiation upset
The arrival of irradiated mangoes into the New Zealand market has caused anger among environmental campaigners.
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ArticleSweet sprout delight
Scientists are claiming to have made a breakthrough on the taste of the much mocked Brussels sprout.
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Sainsbury's bumper Christmas hopes
Sainsbury’s is expecting a good Christmas when it comes to fresh produce.
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Consumers need to forgive
Consumers need to be educated to be more forgiving over fruit and vegetables, according to Australian growers.
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ArticleMBM loses Sainsbury's business
Sainsbury’s has announced it is to axe one of its four potato suppliers in a move to streamline its supply chain.
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Parents get 5 A DAY website help
Health bosses have launched a new website to help parents improve their childrens’ diet.
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ArticleZespri breaks billion dollar barrier
Despite a challenging year, Zespri has broken the NZ$1 billion (£372m) sales barrier and have also announced an increased forecast.
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ArticleTesco proclaimed cheapest
Tesco has overtaken Asda to be proclaimed the cheapest UK supermarket, according to The Grocer 100.
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ArticleFyffes court case adjourned
The biggest ever insider dealing case in Irish history, which Fyffes has brought against DCC and James Flavin, has been adjourned until January 11.
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Israeli strawberries hit by freak weather
Freak weather conditions in Israel have hit Agrexco’s strawberry crop right in the middle of the peak season.
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ArticleStockings down for citrus
Santa is failing to get citrus fruit into children’s stockings according to a leading fresh produce supplier.