All Flowers articles – Page 62
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ArticleGarden centrepiece in Docklands exhibition
Covent Garden takes centre stage in Londoners at Work, an exhibition of photographs at Museum in Docklands from February 2-5 June 2005.
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New POS for bulbs
The Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Centre has jazzed up its point of sale material to inspire consumers to purchase indoor flower bulbs in pots as well as cut bulb flowers.
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Fungi to work with
In the third of a six article series on the produce world’s very own natural born killers, Horticulture Research
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ArticleMobiles say it with flowers
Talking to flowers will take on a whole new meaning with the launch a special new mobile phone.
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Plant health burden to reduce
New rules to control the risk of pests and disease entering the UK have been announced by Defra.
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ArticleSouth Africa late, but great
The South African grape season has been delayed by between 10 days and two weeks, but a high quality crop is now arriving in a strong UK market in reasonable volumes. While some producers and exporters are concerned that the delay means fruit that was earmarked for the attractive pre-Christmas slot will now be pushed back to the January sales window, the outlook for the remainder of the season is very bright. Tommy Leighton reports.
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ArticleRussia blocks imports
European producers have called on the authorities after experiencing difficulties exporting fruit and vegetables to Russia.
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Israeli and Palestinian co-operation
Israeli and Palestinian farmers are strengthening their agricultural co-operation following the recent developments in the region.
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ArticleEMR's vast canvas
I was intrigued to learn of the wider strategy envisaged to keep the newly established East Malling Research at the forefront of technical development...
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ArticleEast Malling to spread its wings
Newly established East Malling Research (EMR) aims to become a "total fruit service", according to chief executive Colin Gutteridge.
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ArticleF&PA attracts 130,000 to website
The Flowers & Plants Association website has set a new record for visitor numbers.
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Guernsey shows encouraging growth
Revenue generated by horticultural exports from Guernsey is on the increase despite a decline in glasshouse acreage.
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Platinum Club given latest update as Anglia opens up
Anglia customers gathered this month for a Microsoft Navision 4.0 preview and opening of the company’s new headquarters. The event also showcased new leading edge, Anglia developed, 'Pick & Pack' and RFID technologies for the fresh produce sector.
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Guernsey stalwarts give up the ghost
The Higgs family, which has been growing tomatoes in Guernsey for the UK market during the past three generations, are pulling out of the trade.
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ArticleUncertainty must end for Covent Garden
Traders need an end to the uncertainty surrounding the future of New Covent Garden Market, said Michael Jack, chairman of the environment and rural affairs select committee.
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ArticleIrish unity pays dividend
Competitors working together to help each others business? Unheard of, you might think, but over the water in Ireland the unthinkable is happening. A number of companies from across the fresh produce sector have joined forces in a bid to improve training and skills within the industry, writes Ed Bedington.
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ArticlePrepare for convenience
The fresh produce market has seen big changes over the past few years, mirroring consumer changes in lifestyle with the increased need for convenience, writes Anabella de Sousa, enhancing the growth in the prepared produce sector.
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Bulb standards launched
Dutch bulb growers have taken a further step toward environmentally sustainable production with the introduction of new standards.
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Post Office targets flower market
The Post Office is hoping to strengthen its position in the flower sector with the launch of a new flower delivery service.
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Article30 years strong
Cast your mind back to 1974 and what do you think of? On the football front Germany beat Holland in the World Cup and Liverpool won the FA Cup. In fashion kipper ties and flared trousers, and tottering platform shoes ruled. Meanwhile, ‘Tricky Dickie’ and his Watergate scandal was all over the newspapers, vying for column inches with our home-grown scandal, Lucky Lord Lucan and his vanishing act.In the world of food, McDonalds opened its first outlet in the UK. Peppers, courgettes and mangoes were exotic produce. Pineapple and cheese on sticks was the height of sophistication and Cadbury’s Smash was the last word in convenience. Eating out was, for the majority, a special occasion. Oh, and the traders of Covent Garden made the short, but life-changing trip south to New Covent Garden, a state-of-the-art wholesale centre in Vauxhall. thirty years on, Tommy Leighton reports.