Grape news archive – Page 109
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ArticleGrapes stress California credentials
Californian table grapes are cashing in on their state-of-origin credentials this season to remain one of the top produce brands sold across Asia
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Good harvest on cards for Vinalopó grapes
Agronomists at the regulatory council for speciality bagged grapes from Vinalopó are forecasting a “good” harvest for the fruit.
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Argentina outlines grape strategy
Argentina has launched an ambitious national grape programme that it hopes will see export values triple over the next 12 years.
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ArticleGrape drive to propel Argentinean trade
Argentina plans to become a major table grape player in Europe under a new project to boost exports by 2020
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ArticleTemporary respite from headache in grape sector
The grape trade continues to throw up difficulties for those involved in commercialisation of the product in the UK, but the next period looks likely to be more settled, although trends for the long term may cause more headaches. Kathy Hammond reports.
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Big four unveil weekend price cuts
The price war between the big four supermarkets is continuing to hot up, as the price on hundreds of lines is either halved or cut to 50p.
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Canadian clue to apple disease
Researchers at Canada’s University of British Columbia and Agriculture Canada’s agri-food station in Summerland, British Columbia are developing a DNA-based method to control fungal decay in apples in storage.
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Oppenheimer signs Brazilian grape deal
British Columbia-based company signs major grape supply deal with one of Brazil’s leading growers
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ArticleChile ends 2007/08 season with a frown
According to Chilean growers' group Fedefruta, Chile's table grape exports are down by 8 per cent for the season
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ArticleThe dawn of a new age?
The Spanish grape season is in good shape. But as Murcian growers gain control of the Sugraone variety, and various financial issues pressurise the industry, change is in the air. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports.
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ArticleTough grape deal draws to close for Chile
Chile’s grape growers are coming out of one of their toughest grape seasons for years, and the outlook for producers and exporters of some other lines is little better.
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ArticleTesco lifts banana price
Tesco increased the retail price of its bananas this week to 77p a kilo on loose fruit - 10p higher than Sainsbury’s, Morrisons or Asda.
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ArticleChile suffers from poor grape season
Poor export results have led to some growers in the country abandoning grapes in favour of grain and citrus production
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ArticleCapespan in V-channel victory
Capespan’s use of V-channel technology in its grape cartons has spiraled this season.
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ArticleTesco and Asda mount price war
The top two UK retailers are set to mount what could break out into an all-out supermarket price war, starting this weekend.
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ArticleDelay 'likely' for California table grapes
This year’s San Joaquin Valley table grape harvest is expected to be two weeks late, say media reports
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ArticleCalifornia grape companies broaden their horizons
The state’s table grape producers have reported a steady rise in exports as they seek to tap into new markets across the globe
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ArticleIsrael carves summer niche
The Israeli industry has invested heavily in specialist fruit varieties, and has high hopes for summer lines as newer stonefruit and pomegranate strains begin to make their mark. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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EU to change rules on misshapen produce
Rigid rules for the uniformity of fruit and vegetables could be simplified by the European Commission, in a move to cut food waste and widen consumer choice.
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ArticleControlling the dream
In the hills to the north of the southern Spanish town of El Ejido, a horticultural dream is being realised. Augro Fresh has removed itself from the established order of local production, and invested both its money and ambition in a project the likes of which has never been seen before in the region. Tommy Leighton visits to find out more.