All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 173
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ArticleBrassica growers on the ropes
Cauliflower, broccoli, and cabbage growers are facing a very difficult time which may even lead to some considering alternative crops because of the cost getting back on track after the prolonged rainfall.
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To Infinito and beyond
The latest Euroblight fungicide comparison from Euroblight has handed the highest overall rating to the fluopicolide-based fungicide Infinito.
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ArticleRoyal Show exhibitors upset by Flower display
The moving of the Flower Show at this year’s Royal Show from a pleasant pavilion at the edge of the site to inside a large gloomy warehouse-type building, has not pleased at least one long term exhibitor.
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Six of the best for Farming Connect
Farming Connect is celebrating six years of helping farming families to maximise the potential of their farm business.
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ArticleGreen film shows promise
Growers living in sensitive areas where residents complain about polytunnels could be set for a boost after new trials into the feasibility of green film suggested they may be commercially viable.
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ArticleThe truth is out there
While the main theme of May’s Re:fresh Conference was reducing this industry’s carbon footprint, more than one
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Friends can prove greatest enemies
It seems as if a high proportion of growers worldwide are once again counting their costs. In this case, it is not so much a
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Long-term sickness is bad for your health
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, employees on long-term sick leave are not good for business, says Ben Hopps.
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Dinner on the move in 2008
To help us celebrate the 62nd anniversary of the FPC’s annual dinner and dance, we are delighted to announce the guest
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ArticleDamp, but not downhearted
Despite an early closure due to terrible weather and consistent whispers that it had changed for the worse, the Royal Agricultural Show undoubtedly provided three days of entertainment for exhibitors and visitors. Elizabeth O’Keefe went along to the show to see what it had to offer to the fresh produce industry.
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ArticleTreading water
Laura Gould takes a look at water footprint, an issue that could become increasingly pertinent over the next few months as finding sustainable sources of high-quality water becomes an increasingly tough challenge for the fresh produce industry.
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ArticleMagic returns to mushroom sector
Having endured a long period of uncertainty, producers are feeling encouraged by higher retail prices and the uneven balance between demand and supply. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleBramley legend steps down
Bramley legend Ian Mitchell is stepping down as chairman of the Bramley Campaign after 16 years in the role.
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New NZ plant database
A new free-to-use insect and host plant database has been established to help both professionals and amateur in their research into native plants and ecosystems.
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ArticleRaspberry leaders named
The HDC has revealed the results of its summer fruit raspberry variety trial.
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ArticleEcotech appoints Ian Angus
Glasshouse equipment manufacturer Ecotech has announced Ian Angus as its new general manager.
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Potato blight reaches new heights
Numerous Smith Periods and frequent blight outbreaks mean potato growers should stay alert for signs of trouble this summer, the British Potato Council has warned.
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Asiafruit Congress lineup announced
Details have been announced of the lineup for this year’s Asiafruit Congress in Bangkok in September.
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ArticleSecrets of the green granule
The controlled release fertiliser market is not one of the more glamorous areas of the industry, but across Europe there is a great deal of research going on in ultra-modern premises. Commercial Grower visited the BASF Agricultural Centre in Germany to find out more.