Grape news archive – Page 118
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ArticleSA grapes finish early
The South African Tablegrape Industry (Sati) is forecasting an early close to the season this year as fruit ripens fast.
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ArticleStanding out from the crowd
Waitrose was crowned Multiple Retailer of the Year at last year’s Re:fresh awards. Emma Twyning caught up with the chain’s central salad and vegetables buyer to find out about its commitment to fresh produce.
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Are you prepared for total system failure?
The new year is a perfect opportunity to take stock of your business and having a back-up plan for all of your company’s computerised files should be topping the list of resolutions, according to Affinitus. Meanwhile, opportunities to expand online are there for the taking, and one US weather intelligence provider is set to expand.
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Grape flesh just as good for your heart
The flesh of grapes is as good for your heart as the skin, according researchers in the US and Italy.
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Aussie wholesalers stand up to growers
In a move that might interest UK wholesale market traders, Australian fruit and vegetable wholesalers have issued a raft of specifications to stop growers from sending in second grade produce and expecting a first grade price.
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Another new year, another chance to shine
There is every indication this week that with the New Year celebrations swiftly over, the high street retailers are back in
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ArticleGrapes in full flow
Chile is expecting a bumper grape season according to the exporters’ association as the first fruit begins to arrive in the UK.
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Sainsbury's adds grapes to Fairtrade basket
Sainsbury’s is broadening its commitment to Fairtrade produce with the introduction of South African Fairtrade grapes in selected stores this week.
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ArticleThe year that was 2006 - December
Over the course of 2006, freshinfo has delivered international news with a UK produce industry focus right to your desk. Click here to review the top stories from December.
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ArticleThe year that was 2006 - July
Over the course of 2006, freshinfo has delivered international news with a UK produce industry focus right to your desk. Click here to review the top stories from July.
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ArticleThe year that was 2006 - June
Over the course of 2006, freshinfo has delivered international news with a UK produce industry focus right to your desk. Click here to review the top stories from June.
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ArticleSun World expands into Europe
US-based Sun World International has announced the opening of new offices in Europe.
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ArticleRed grapes supply stays tight
The market situation in the UK for red grapes remains extremely tight in the run up to Christmas, despite suppliers’ hopes that the position would improve this month.
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ArticleSweet and early from South Africa
First arrivals of South African Early Sweet white seedless grapes are expected on the UK market within the next few days as the variety embarks on its first commercial season.
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ArticleGrape relief
All eyes turn to South Africa now as the UK hopes volume will restore stability to the tricky grape market scene. Exporters are forecasting similar volumes to last season, while growers report good quality and large berry sizes and are keeping their fingers crossed for strong returns. Kathy Hammond reports.
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Hass passion will travel to spread avo love
Earlier this year, Adolfo Ochagavia was appointed president of the Chilean Hass Avocado Association. He talks to Elspeth Waters about his new role, how Chilean avos conquered the UK last year and what’s in store this time around as a new hot dog craze could be set to jazz up fast food menus.
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ArticleSun World appoints European marketer licensee
Sun World appoints Peviani and TALI as grape marketer-licensees, as it expands global network.
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ArticlePaved with gold?
Its export agenda may be ambitious but those seeking gains in China may also strike gold. Doris Lee Butterworth speaks to leading producers, importers and exporters to discuss the state of play
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Spain gains from grape promo
Promotional initiatives and public relations for Spanish Superior Seedless grapes help boost market share for participating retailers this summer, according to Foods from Spain.
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ArticleChilean grape harvest underway
The Chilean grape harvest began two weeks ago with fruit being picked in the Copiapó valley.