Exotic fruit news archive – Page 61
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ArticleGovernment tells industry to diversify amidst standoff
Philippine government shows little support for banana industry amidst standoff with China over disputed islands
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ArticlePutting east London on the map
As New Spitalfields Market approaches its 21st anniversary, traders are looking to the future and the opportunities it presents. Lisa Kjellsson reports
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ArticleFears for Philippine banana exports to China
Filipino banana industry concerned territorial dispute could jeopardise exports into China
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A welcome splash of colour on the shelf
Colours play a major part in influencing customer choice, and when something packaged differently from the norm arrives it is
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ArticleAvocados unveil growth plan
One of the more well-known exotics, avocados have been making their way into the UK consumer’s shopping basket in recent years. Elizabeth O’Keefe looks at their latest prospects
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ArticleFruit deal to boost Malaysia-China trade
Malaysia’s FAMA has signed an MoU with China’s national wholesale association to develop fruit exports to the market
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ArticleFirst RSA Sharon fruit shipped
The first Sharon fruit of the 2012 season will appear on retail shelves in the UK and Canada towards the end of the month
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ArticlePrepared sales boost Bakkavor as UK produce slumps
Bakkavor Group's financial results for 2011 show its prepared produce sales are driving growth but fresh produce sales have slumped by 19 per cent.
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ArticleUS approves Malaysian papayas
The US has approved irradiated Malaysian papayas for commercial sale, and is considering granting access to Chilean gooseberries
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ArticleRecord season for Spanish persimon as sales to UK skyrocket
Spanish persimon sales to the UK have hit record levels with the industry reporting shipments have more than doubled this season.
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ArticleIsrael’s new start
It’s been all change in the Israeli fresh produce market in the past year, with Agrexco’s much-publicised travails opening the door to other exporters to increase share. Tom Bonnett and Michael Barker examine the new state of the country’s industry
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ArticleIsrael’s new start
It’s been all change in the Israeli fresh produce market in the past year, with Agrexco’s much-publicised travails opening the door to other exporters to increase share. Tom Bonnett and Michael Barker examine the new state of the country’s industry
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ArticleSingle product focus gives you wings
Pom Wonderful, the pure Californian pomegranate drink, is barnstorming its way onto the shelves of retailers in major European markets
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Article‘Watermelon’ plums in Morrisons
Morrisons is introducing a new range of plums called “Watermelons” as it looks to meet consumer demand for exotic new fruits.
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ArticleEthnic markets and health benefits boost EU passionfruit imports
The EU has seen an increase in fresh passionfruit imports due to rising demand from ethnic markets and growing awareness of the fruit’s health benefits, a market survey has said.
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ArticlePineapple added to 'typical' shopping basket list
Pineapple is now such a common purchase for British shoppers it has been added to a “typical” basket of items used to calculate the cost of living.
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ArticleEU rules restrict Thai veg volumes
EU Thai vegetable import restrictions are affecting volumes arriving into Europe
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ArticleDrive for healthy cooking
The Hairy Bikers have established themselves as among Britain’s best-loved TV chefs. In an exclusive interview, they tell Frank Grice about their new show, how they plan to save the beetroot and why Lincolnshire is the culinary heartland of the UK
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ArticleInnovation keeps Dutch ahead of the game
With competition from Spain and increasing support for British produce, the Dutch salad industry is going above and beyond to maintain its position within the UK marketplace. Natasha Blok reports
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Morrisons expands with focus on fresh
Sparkling results for Morrisons last week, with further good news that it is going to increase its fresh produce offer by some