All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 29

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    Top-fruit supply faces chaos over DPA plans

    2013-04-16T10:16:41Z

    The availability of southern hemisphere and US apples and pears on the shelves of British supermarkets is under serious threat after it emerged the EU plans to lower the maximum residue level for diphenylamine.

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    CGMA tenants get first sight of new market plans

    2013-04-16T10:16:41Z

    Covent Garden Market Authority (CGMA) and its development partner Vinci St Modwen (VSM) released the first image of the layout for the market at New Covent Garden at a presentation to tenants last week.

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    Best foot forward

    2013-04-16T10:16:41Z

    Best Fresh Group believes a new supply model has been key to expanding trade with the UK. Mike Knowles visited the Netherlands to find out more

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    BDA calls for better hospital food

    2013-04-16T10:16:41Z

    The British Dietetic Association (BDA) has added its voice to calls for better-quality hospital food though the introduction of hospital food standards in England.

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    A seasonal twist

    2013-04-16T10:16:40Z

    Growers are calling for the debate on seasonal agricultural workers to centre not on immigration but on economics and food security. In the light of recent food scandals, politicians should be listening to them, writes Samantha Lyster

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    A question of trust

    2013-04-16T10:16:40Z

    With traceability of fresh food higher on the agenda than ever before, David Burrows asks what it all means for the public procurement sector

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    Morocco seeks peace with Spain

    2013-04-16T10:16:40Z

    Blasted by Spanish firms who claim they undermine the European market, Moroccan producers are gaining ground. Lisa Kjellsson speaks to businesses keen to collaborate across the borders

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    Niche lines find their place

    2013-04-16T10:16:40Z

    Growth in the exotics market is being driven by robust sales of avocados and melons, but there is also a strong showing from other smaller-volume lines

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    Defining the point of difference is key

    2013-04-16T10:16:40Z

    Enhancing the difference is a major tactic in produce retailing, and there are constantly new examples appearing. While easy

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    Best laid plans

    2013-04-16T10:16:40Z

    Pam Alexander has been appointed chair of Covent Garden Market Authority at an exciting time in the market’s redevelopment. Michael Barker met up with her and chief executive Jan Lloyd to find out what happens next

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    Chris Redfern: Sterling’s moment lasts no more than a week

    2013-04-16T10:16:39Z

    It couldn't last. A week ago sterling was celebrating its best week since April last year. Today it is lamenting its worst

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    Helen Trevorrow: The industry must have a crisis management strategy ready in case disaster strikes

    2013-04-16T10:16:39Z

    You don't have to look very far to see that the fresh produce industry is under the microscope. Consumers are outraged that

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    Royal couple re-open Borough Market

    2013-04-16T10:16:39Z

    Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall officially re-opened London’s Borough Market and the historic Three Crown Square market hall last week.

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    NFU calls for worker feedback

    2013-04-16T10:16:38Z

    The NFU is inviting delegates at its conference next week to flag up any worker issues to its Employment Service team.

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    Fresh Del Monte breaks even in fourth quarter

    2013-04-16T10:16:38Z

    Fresh Del Monte has reported its results for the fourth quarter and full year ended 28 December 2012, with net sales dropping but quarterly income improving on the loss seen in the final three months of 2011, Eurofruit reports.

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    Organic producers 'breaking the law'

    2013-04-16T10:16:38Z

    Many organic producers are unwittingly breaking the law by failing to comply with DEFRA’s organic regulations, sector organisations claim.

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    Tesco finishes bottom in satisfaction survey

    2013-04-16T10:16:38Z

    A new study collating customer satisfaction scores for the UK's major supermarket chains has placed Tesco, the country's leader by market share, at the bottom of the list.

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    NFU offers growers negotiation advice

    2013-04-16T10:16:38Z

    Producers and their representatives need to be better prepared and have every issue costed out in their negotiations with buyers, delegates at the first NFU grower representative summit were told last week.

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    Florette unveils Peppercress

    2013-04-16T10:16:37Z

    Florette is launching a new variety of landcress named Peppercress.

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    Juna drinks gain Planet Organic listing

    2013-04-16T10:16:36Z

    Planet Organic is the latest store to stock Juna’s 100 per cent natural Columbian fruit drinks.