All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 136
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New role throws up challenges for Oded
Oded Yacovson moved to London seven months ago to take up the post of general manager at the UK branch of major Israeli exporter Agrexco. Laura Gould went to meet him to find out what he has planned for the business.
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Wholesalers on board for kids
I must confess it seems a little perverse to talk about heading back to school while most of us are already thinking about the
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Retails blurring traditional category boundaries
It is fascinating to see how what were once clearly defined product sectors on the retail shelf are now becoming more blurred.
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Sharing advances top-fruit category
The top-fruit world converges on Kent next week for the annual European apple and pear event, Prognosfruit, and an
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ArticleTemporary respite from headache in grape sector
The grape trade continues to throw up difficulties for those involved in commercialisation of the product in the UK, but the next period looks likely to be more settled, although trends for the long term may cause more headaches. Kathy Hammond reports.
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ArticleA few good firms
When Cardiff Wholesale Fruit Centre relocated in the 1960s to a site just outside the Welsh capital’s centre, the courtyard facility was a dream come true. But as time has moved on, has the market moved with it? Elizabeth O’Keefe talks to key players on the only primary wholesale market in Wales, and weighs up the pros and cons.
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ArticleFruit and veg back on the Welsh agenda
Wales has a rich and varied fresh produce industry, which may not always get the publicity it deserves. The FPJ team finds out what the country has to offer and how it is rekindling interest in its fruit, vegetable and flower industry.
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ArticleBiological revolution reduces residues
Pepper growers in Almería have bounced back remarkably well following the pesticide issues that plagued their crop in December 2006. Syngenta Bioline explains the success of the techniques it has implemented since then to help producers get back on track.
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ArticleFinancing your international trade
Tony Wilson, director of Travelex Global Business Payments, looks at some of the financial challenges facing businesses involved in the international trade of fresh produce. He highlights some of the more common pitfalls of international trade, and outlines how these can be avoided for the benefit of both finances and business relationships.
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ArticleThe Israeli date game
Improvements to its logistics and growing operations and an increasingly receptive consumer base are helping Israeli exporter Agrexco establish a secure niche market for its date varieties in the UK. Laura Gould reports.
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GPS tracking delivers goods for PHS Teacrate
Information technology is playing an ever-increasing role in the fresh produce arena. This month, we take a look at the use of GPS tracking systems, a new online system for pest control from Rentokil, the revamped web presence for trade show Fruit Logistica, and a use-by date system from online grocery retailer Ocado.
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PBH logo continues rollout
In FPJ’s monthly round-up of events across the pond, the Fruits and Veggies - More Matters logo continues to make its presence felt across the US, and the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) honours an industry veteran who passed away.
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EU reforms won’t mean easier ride
It has always seemed to me that when the national media are short of copy about the fresh produce industry, they turn their
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Dudes scheme could shape our futures
Ever since the government began its School Fruit & Vegetable Scheme, there have been calls for some form of back-up mechanism
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ArticlePerfotec combination for PFM
Leading UK machinery manufacturer PFM Packaging Machinery Ltd has worked closely with Perfotec, an on-line laser perforation system developer, to tackle the problems of variable shelf life of fruit and vegetables, and has unveiled a groundbreaking approach to equilibrium modified atmosphere packaging (EMAP)
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ArticleIn prime condition
Dutch mushroom specialist Prime Champ has built an enviable reputation as a high-quality mushroom producer and a key supplier to the UK market. David Shapley went to meet the firm
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ArticleNo melancholy for melons
UK consumers are big melon fans, and the juicy fruit accounts for almost one third of total exotics expenditure, according to TNS. Although the sector has lost some market share to other exotics, it is still a top seller and some £109 million is spent on melons each year, discovers Doris Lee Butterworth
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Kent hosts New England traditions
the master has done everything in his power to introduce the Livery to the customs, history and cuisine of his homeland. All
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ArticleNew packaging pastures
The environmental agenda has long had an effect on many areas within the fresh produce industry, and the packaging sector has been one of the most affected. Elizabeth O’Keefe discusses what impact the environment-friendly drive has had on fresh produce packaging, and looks at the new technology coming onto the market
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Dietitians dole out fruity advice
The British Dietetic Association (BDA) has nearly 6,500 members, who are qualified dietitians like me. Our role is to