All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 138
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ArticleWholesaling with a twist
After more than 100 years in the business, Norfolk-based wholesaler D&F McCarthy Ltd is thriving where others have failed. Elizabeth O’Keefe talks to the family-run company about its expansion through times of trouble, and how winning the Re:fresh Capespan Wholesaler of the Year award was the icing on the cake.
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ArticleTurks to weather blip
The upcoming Turkish cherry season is set to be one of the trickiest for some time, with volumes expected to fall by up to 70 per cent, while the discovery of pesticide residues on salad products has had a knock-on effect on the entire industry. Exporters maintain that the quality and size of the fruit is top notch, but what does this mean for exports to the UK? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticlePeas aplenty?
Following two years of disastrous weather conditions, the pea sector is hoping for a turnaround in fortunes in 2008. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more.
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ArticleDichotomy plagues banana sector in worrying turn
The past quarter has seen a dichotomy emerge in the banana category, as doomsayers of the credit crunch turn their attention to the sector, while the large multi-nationals continue to give out some worrying signals. Kathy Hammond reports.
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Stonegate a secure solution for Poupart
In this month’s round-up of developments in the IT sector, we take a look at a new software system installed recently at one of the UK’s leading fresh fruit firms and a web-based recruitment system helping one Lincolnshire vegetable supplier, as well as an online marketplace launched to help farmers search for available land for sale.
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US industry fights to recover
In FPJ’s monthly catch-up with the Produce Marketing Association (PMA), the US trade association tries to counteract the damage caused by the latest salmonella scare, and encourages the industry to put safe US tomatoes back on the shelf.
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Climate change throws up intrigue
I came away from yet another conference on the impact of climate change on agriculture and horticulture with the feeling that,
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GM debate in for the long haul
The GM issue is evidently firmly back on the political agenda, re-opening a popular and familiar battle ground for the food
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ArticleIsrael carves summer niche
The Israeli industry has invested heavily in specialist fruit varieties, and has high hopes for summer lines as newer stonefruit and pomegranate strains begin to make their mark. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleStreamlined solutions
Recruitment company Staffline specialises in supplying temporary and permanent blue-collar industrial workers to a range of different industries, including the food production sector. With several high-profile fresh produce contracts already under its belt, Laura Gould met with the firm to find out what services it can offer the fruit and vegetable industry.
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ArticleNew potatoes hang in the balance
The arrival of home-grown new potatoes marks the start of one of the last true seasons, eagerly anticipated both by the trade and its customers as they strive to make the most of the national favourites. This season, however, has proven tougher than most, and supply has so far failed to meet demand. Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticleBerry sector struggles at peak of the season
Soft-fruit supplies from Europe have been disrupted in recent weeks, following haulier strikes on the continent. UK supply is nearing its peak but, with the sun playing hide and seek, the sector is waiting to see how supply and demand will shape up. Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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Southgate takes a pro approach
Southgate Publishers is an independent educational publishing company, which was established in 1991. From the response to
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Keep laughing, Uncle Sam
Last week, EU agricultural ministers announced proposals to make pesticide regulations even stricter. Iztok Jarc, who chaired
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Summer lovin’ clearly on show in produce aisles
On my fortnightly trawl round the retailers, this time there were one or two things to watch out for.While the 28p lemon has
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Media full of contradictions
For some time now, the message has been drummed home to consumers that it is more important than ever to buy local, reduce
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ArticleControlling the dream
In the hills to the north of the southern Spanish town of El Ejido, a horticultural dream is being realised. Augro Fresh has removed itself from the established order of local production, and invested both its money and ambition in a project the likes of which has never been seen before in the region. Tommy Leighton visits to find out more.
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ArticleCarrots face up to dip
It is no secret that the carrot industry has endured a rollercoaster ride in recent years. This season, producers are reporting better-quality carrots, but the prospect of mounting costs represents a big hurdle. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more.
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ArticleRising costs throw veg industry into depression
This quarter has been dominated by the increasing price of energy and labour and, with further inflation likely, insiders are far from optimistic. On the brighter side, the weather has been kind to staple UK vegetable crops, and imports are consistent. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports.
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Considered approach to capital gains
Adam Bernstein hosts the FPJ’s monthly spotlight on the legislation that affects your business, and how you can use it to your advantage. This month, John Whiting sums up all you need to know about capital gains tax.