All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 237
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ArticlePower to the people
May 5 is, of course, down in everyone’s diaries for Re:fresh. But there is another event taking place the same day. Andrea Kirkby looks at what’s on offer.
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New stone sources
This week there are very positive signs that the Spanish soft-fruit industry is at last back on course with substantial
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Make the connection
Steve Harrison, MD, Redbridge Fresh ServicesMost of us do not eat enough fruit and vegetables, although we know that it is
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Fancy your big break on television?
We were approached last week by the BBC which is looking for participants for a new business series. The makers of The
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ArticleNew breeds of herb
With the demand for herbs rising steadily, seed producers are continually striving to perfect existing breeds and help growers expand the market.
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When is a gas not a gas...?
Ethylene is the latest “pesticide” to have the wieldy European Commission axe waved menacingly above its head. The
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Politics, spring and asparagus
This week there is certainly every indication that spring is in the air. Hardly had the election date been announced than
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PMA Profile
PMA has signed on as a supporter of the National Alliance for Nutrition and Activity's Model Local School Wellness Policies on
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ArticleUK in tune on herbs
The consumption of fresh herbs continues to rise in the UK as dishes become more in tune with flavours long-since enjoyed throughout the rest of Europe. However, owing to an unfavourable climate which limits the number of viable varieties, the country is unable to compete with some of its neighbours in terms of production area.
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ArticleAgrexco dazzles
With ever-present political and geographical issues to contend with, Israel’s horticulturists could be forgiven for opting out of the sector altogether. Yet, as Agrexco’s figures testify, exports continue to rise and growers across the board continue to dazzle Europe with their high quality produce and continual innovations, writes Elspeth Waters.
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ArticleExpansion in the air
BA World Cargo and Christian Salvesen, which manages the Heathrow Perishables Handling Centre on BAWC’s behalf, were winners of the ChileGAP Innovation of the Year award at the inaugural Re:fresh Awards ceremony last May. BAWC had already invested £15 million into its Perishable Handling Centre to cater for the needs of the rapidly growing traffic in airfreighted produce. Now a further £1m plus investment programme intends to extend the centre’s capacity to handle yet more volume in its next stage of development. Tommy Leighton reports.
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ArticleRipe and ready
A rebound in fortunes following a series of poor seasons has put South Africa in a strong position on avocados this year. The UK market, which has always been a major priority for exporters, continues to show signs of strong growth. Ed Bedington reports.
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ArticleNZ protects reputation
Competition between southern hemisphere top-fruit suppliers is fierce. Although New Zealand has a good reputation as a secure supply base growing high quality apples, the sector needs to be innovative to maintain its market edge, reports Anabella de Sousa.
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Well-backed GLA means business
Welcome then to the Gangmaster Licensing Authority. We should all wish chairman Paul Whitehouse the very best of luck in his
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Boom time for the herb
Fresh herbs are enjoying a boom, and there is every indication that the momentum is going to continue.
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ArticleBoom time for the herb
Fresh herbs are enjoying a boom, and there is every indication that the momentum is going to continue.
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ArticleHerbs highlight Israeli quality
The cultivation and export of fresh herbs from Israel attests to the widespread changes that characterise Israel’s modern agriculture: namely, the focus on added value produce, penetrating niche markets with special, top-quality tailor-made produce, adhering to national and international food-safety regulations as requested by the supermarket chains, credibility and continuity of supply. In short, value, quality and credibility, but not necessarily volume, is the name of the game.
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ArticleCompetitive at what price?
As their suppliers are only too painfully aware, the pricing strategies of most major UK retailers have become their key tools of differentiation. Anabella de Sousa looks at the current environment and its impact on the fresh produce sector.
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ArticleTop of the fruit world
The Chilean top fruit sector is in a strong position, a fact recognised recently by the World Apple Report declaring the country the most competitive apple exporter in the world. Ed Bedington investigates.
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ArticleYou’re not paranoid
Continuing his series of articles, Paul Huggins, businessman and former chief executive of the Greenery UK, looks at the power of the retailers and how fresh produce companies can survive and prosper.