All France articles – Page 105
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ArticleFrench apple realism
As the French apple industry gears itself up for the start of a new season, its fruit is looking good. Volumes are slightly up on last year and fruit sizes are more in-line with UK preferences. But, as with any product, quality is just one factor in the overall picture, which means exporters have to keep going the extra mile to keep their apples in the running. Elspeth Waters reports.
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ArticleFrench combine field flair with function
How can strong technical know-how be used as the basis for marketing development? French potato group Pom’Alliance thinks it has found the answer and tells Philippe Gautier of its plans for the Amandine variety in the UK.
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ArticleEU investigates French aid to growers
The European Commission has opened a formal investigation into potentially illegal French state aid for the fruit and vegetable sector over an 11-year period, which could see growers and other beneficiaries forced to repay subsidies with interest.
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ArticleFrench focus on fun fruits
Liquid fruit is the message behind this year’s Sunshine Fruits from France campaign.
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ArticleFrench urges tomato sector to find USP
Stephanie French, of UK consultancy Harlequin Plus, has urged the tomato industry to identify and enhance its unique selling points (USP) and fit that with the changing outlook of the consumer.
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French leeks looking good
French early leek producers from Nantes are confident that the campaign due to begin in May will be positively affected by Spanish frosts.
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French show innovative attitude
FRUIT LOGISTICA: A total of 86 French exhibitors and sales promotion organisations were united under the Sopexa name at Fruit Logistica.
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ArticleAlliance spurs French spuds
Major French potato distributor Pom’Alliance increases its business in United Kingdom with new products.
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French disrupt transport with Calais strike
At 3pm today (December 2) all sailings between Dover and Calais/Dunkirk have been suspended and Kent Police have implemented Operation Stack on the M20
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ArticleFrench fancy it
After a 2003 growing season described by one producer as “a major nightmare”, the picture is looking far better for French apple growers this year. A new source of competition could be just around the corner, however, reports Tony Leighton.
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ArticleFrench on form
French cherry producers are striving to make inroads into the UK market. Buoyed by favourable growing conditions, producers are confident of a return to form in 2004, while efforts are being increased to improve existing varieties and create new ones. John Broy reports.
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ArticleSummer of success on French horizon
The heat is on for French fruit. Despite expectations for a bountiful summer season across the varied product range, growers and exporters will have to contend with strong European competition as well as the effects of increasing costs of labour. Emma Hatfield reports.
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The NFU and French farming union join forces
The NFU president Tim Bennett met with the French farming union president, Jean-Michel Lemetayeur, to discuss topics of interest shared by both countries.
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French get environment-friendly
Seven major French fruit operators joined together to demonstrate their commitment to better agricultural practices and responsibility towards the environment.
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French fancy for convenience lines
Sopexa shows its convenient lines off to Fruit Logistica visitors.
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40 years of French pioneering
I must admit to a degree of nostalgia when as a guest of Sopexa, I enjoyed their 40th birthday celebrations last week. It
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Manac'h receives French merit
Catherine Manac'h was awarded the Officier du Mérite Agricole distinction by the French government, as part of Sopexa's 40th anniversary celebrations.
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ArticleFrench apple stocks low
The warm summer in 2003 and quality problems mean French apple stocks are low for the time of year.
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ArticleFrench Garden's £1million success
KG Fruits has commended The French Garden Ltd after the company passed £1 million mark in sales of its soft fruit this year.