All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 33
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Organics ripe for a turnaround
Retail sales continue to struggle, but higher levels of consumer spending will see the start of positive growth in the organic category, according to analysts
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Organic growth
A new report has brought some positive news for the global organic sector as statistics show a long-term growth trend. Michael Barker reports
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Call of the wild
Sir David Attenborough is internationally renowned for filming wildlife in its most natural habitat. In an exclusive interview, he tells Stephen Milton about his fears for the long-term sustainability of food production levels
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Joep Maussen: We have a moral obligation to maximise direct sourcing and improve our marketing
Every year in the UK 18 million tonnes of edible food ends up in landfill: one third from the supply chain, one third from
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Marmalade-making season causes a stir
The tradition of DIY marmalade is obviously still alive and well, with Tesco providing an eye-catching 1.3kg organic pack of
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Britain must not become marginalised
Britain's place in Europe feels a little more precarious this week with David Cameron's plan for a referendum on the
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Jane Anderson: A year to remember
As another Fruiterers year begins, Jane Anderson concludes her tenure as Master by recalling the past 12 months ahead of her handover to Professor John Price on 25 January
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Power rangers
Many in the fresh food industry have already embraced generating their own energy as costs continue to rise, but there is still more scope for businesses to switch to their own source of power, says Annie Bailey
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Independent thinking
The biggest discussion north of the border at present is what it’ll all mean if Scotland votes for independence. David Burrows examines the pros and cons for the fresh produce industry
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A renewable future
With a global drive to turn to environmentally sensitive farming techniques, an increasing number of growers are considering switching to renewable energy sources. Lisa Kjellsson profiles businesses that have taken the plunge
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Bucking the banana trend
Banana sales are in value and volume decline over the past year, but supermarkets and suppliers are confident they can reverse the trend
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The banana split
Costa Rica is facing a real challenge as UK retailers increasingly source from Fairtrade-registered suppliers. However, industry body Corbana believes Costa Rica has the point of difference to win over consumers. Samantha Lyster reports from the country
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Barfoots’ AD adventure
Barfoots of Botley has positioned itself at the forefront of energy efficiency with a number of new developments, writes Sue Scott
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Helicopter crash gives food for thought
When I walked out of Vauxhall station this morning wondering what to write in this week's column, I didn't expect to be
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Catchy slogans help sell the product
Over the years there have been numerous examples of catchphrases and slogans in the fresh produce aisle, taking "An Apple a
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Anna Soubry MP: More businesses should sign up to the government’s Responsibility Deal
Most of us know that eating our five daily portions of fruit and vegetables can help protect against serious health issues,
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Sweet times for lemons
All Lemon’s Martina Delacroix tells Lisa Kjellsson what Argentina has in store for its export markets
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Greg Pavett: Similarly different: United state of waste and quality improvement?
Similarly different: United state of waste and quality improvement?
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Technical breakthrough
What does it take to bring successful British technology across the pond and sell it to the US market? Michael Barker speaks to the newly formed LINKFresh, Inc to find out
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Sweet times for lemons
All Lemon’s Martina Delacroix tells Lisa Kjellsson what Argentina has in store for its export markets