All Flowers articles – Page 25
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ArticleJames Nichols, 76, dies
James Nichols, a former chairman of English Apples and Pears Ltd (EAP), has died aged 76.
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ArticleThe land of plenty
Marketed as the jewel in the UK food industry’s crown, Lincolnshire produces a substantial amount of the fruit and vegetables consumed throughout the country. Due to the county’s rich and fertile soils, it is the UK’s largest producer of potatoes and also specialises in brassicas, soft fruit, salads and peas. In the second of FPJ’s regional reports on Lincolnshire, Elizabeth O’Keefe clocks up more than 300 miles to take a further look at what the fresh produce industry in the county can offer.
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Conundrums and paradoxes of pesticides
By Hazeldene agronomist and technical director Simon Hendry
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ArticleTop model poses with Albion
UK number-one glamour model Kelly Bell has been drafted in to promote Albion strawberries and mark their increased popularity with consumers, retailers and growers.
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AgroMashov on horizon
Some 3,000 buyers and dozens of delegations from 50 countries, including executives of large European supermarkets and corporations, and importers are expected to visit the annual international exhibition, Agro Mashov, which will open on January 13-14, 2010 in the Tel Aviv Exhibition Grounds.
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ArticleAll eyes on the Western front
When FPJ visited the brand-new Western International site on the first day of trading last year, there was a mixed reaction to the relocation and a row over the timing of the move cast a pall over what should have been a positive day. But 12 months on, traders are settling into their new home and tackling the recession head on, as Laura Gould finds out.
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ArticlePortsmouth takes up its trowels
The seeds of a big idea which could change the face of the city and the diets of residents have been sown at the University of Portsmouth in Hampshire.
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ArticleThird year lucky for NFU
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) saw its annual fruit and vegetable extravaganza named the Supreme Champion in the Great Yorkshire Show Flower Hall, held last week, for the third year running.
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ArticleTurnover up at the Garden
New Covent Garden Market (NCGM) achieved total turnover of £606 million in 2008-09, an 11 per cent increase on 2007-08.
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Israeli exports suffer slump
Agricultural exports from Israel have fallen by almost a quarter on last year, with citrus among the products heavily hit.
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ArticleFirmly on home soil
Tenderstem broccoli has made quite a name for itself over the last five years since it was commercially introduced to UK supermarket shelves. With main growing areas situated in hot climes like Kenya, Morocco and Jordan, it is probably assumed that the high-end vegetable is not suited to production in this country. Elizabeth O’Keefe finds evidence to the contrary
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ArticleExploring Sussex
Sussex has a varied mix of both niche growers producing fresh produce for local markets and independent shops and large-scale businesses serving the national market. Elizabeth O’Keefe visits the region to explore how fresh produce businesses are diversifying in a changing marketplace.
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ArticleAirfreight flying high
A government report on sustainability has backed the fresh produce airfreight business, recognising its minimal carbon footprint and importance in fighting poverty.
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ArticleSDC announces public projects
The Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) has unveiled a selection of the best ideas that could help transform the UK into a sustainable society in its new Breakthroughs for the 21st Century project, to promote community gardening and local food.
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ArticleAnglia Farmers boosts team
The member services team at Anglia Farmers has been given a major boost with the appointment of Ashley Gilman as member business manager.
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Guernsey garners Queen's eye
Growers in Guernsey have seen a double landmark this month, recognised by the Queen on two fronts.
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Soft-fruit SOLA gains approval
A new abamectin insecticide is now available for growers, targeting Two-Spotted Spider Mite and Western Flower Thrip in a range of vegetables and soft fruit.
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ArticlePrince Charles visits potato project
The Grow Your Own Potatoes project received the Royal Seal of Approval at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
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ArticleNew London market opens
The first traditional street market to open in central London for half a century has opened this week after a £1 million regeneration project.