Grape news archive – Page 127

  • Article

    Growth in Velcro bags for grapes

    2005-04-15T16:01:01Z

    US interest in Velcro sealed grape bags is reported to be growing, the branded sealant manufacturer claimed.

  • Article

    Politics, spring and asparagus

    2005-04-08T15:52:30Z

    This week there is certainly every indication that spring is in the air. Hardly had the election date been announced than

  • Article

    Del Curto stikes strategic partnership

    2005-04-08T14:01:01Z

    Chilean exporter David del Curto has struck up a partnership with asset manager Moneda Asset.

  • Competitive at what price?
    Article

    Competitive at what price?

    2005-03-31T15:11:07Z

    As their suppliers are only too painfully aware, the pricing strategies of most major UK retailers have become their key tools of differentiation. Anabella de Sousa looks at the current environment and its impact on the fresh produce sector.

  • Grapes recover from late start
    Article

    Grapes recover from late start

    2005-03-31T13:01:01Z

    Chilean grape exports have settled down with exporters reporting that some three per cent more fruit was exported in the season to March 20 compared with 2004.

  • Article

    Fruit and veg better than drugs

    2005-03-29T13:01:01Z

    Fruit and vegetables could be better for you than drugs when it comes to fighting disease, doctors have said.

  • Article

    Indians to test new grape variety in UK market

    2005-03-23T08:01:00Z

    Indian exporters are hoping to boost their credibility in the UK with a new variety of grape.

  • Tesco broke code of conduct, claims Greyfriars
    Article

    Tesco broke code of conduct, claims Greyfriars

    2005-03-21T14:01:01Z

    Award-winning supplier Greyfriars has accused Tesco before the Office of Fair Trading of violating the supermarket code of conduct.

  • MTEX aims for Mor
    Article

    MTEX aims for Mor

    2005-03-17T18:05:12Z

    Mehadrin Tnuport Export has increased the volume of fruit it has sold in Europe this season, but it has not all been easy pickings, as market forces dictate that the natural demand and supply dynamics do not always hold true. But a continuing commitment to the development of mutually beneficial partnerships with its Israeli growers and greater consistency in the performance of its widening basket of fruit has strengthened the hand of the company. Tommy Leighton reports.

  • Dr Taylor with the packaging revolution
    Article

    Capespan claims leadership with new grape packaging

    2005-03-14T08:01:00Z

    Capespan's technology division believes it has stolen a march with a revolutionary grape packaging design.

  • Argentinean pear exports climb
    Article

    Argentinean pear exports climb

    2005-03-11T17:01:00Z

    Argentinean pear exporters are already enjoying a higher volume season than last year.

  • The fight to compete
    Article

    The fight to compete

    2005-03-10T13:03:57Z

    With Spain suffering from some drastically cold temperatures, and despite climatic problems of its own, Morocco has been enjoying higher demand and higher prices from Europe for an increasingly varied selection of produce. The leading exporting countries have invested in production to meet tougher specifications and build relationships with European retailers. However, with the newest EU member countries raising their standards all the time, will Morocco eventually be squeezed out of the market? Elspeth Waters reports.

  • Check out Fairtrade
    Article

    Check out Fairtrade

    2005-03-03T17:04:56Z

    The advent of Fairtrade Fortnight provides a prime opportunity for insights into a rapidly developing sector. However, behind the scenes the Fairtrade Foundation, along with many retailers and suppliers, is actively promoting the concept on a daily basis in the hope that ethical trading will continue to impact the lives of UK consumers long after the two weeks are up. Elspeth Waters reports.

  • Article

    Commitment is a two-way street

    2005-03-03T16:50:36Z

    We regularly hear from suppliers in the pages of the Journal, who want to work more closely with their customers. Indeed they

  • Red fruit skins could stave off asthma
    Article

    Red fruit skins could stave off asthma

    2005-02-28T16:01:01Z

    Researchers in the UK have discovered that a substance in the skins of red fruits, such as grapes and plums, could help asthma sufferers.

  • Brazilian superfruit hits the UK
    Article

    Brazilian superfruit hits the UK

    2005-02-25T14:01:01Z

    An importer is hoping to introduce the UK to a new super fruit from Brazil.

  • UK loss no Greek tragedy
    Article

    UK loss no Greek tragedy

    2005-02-24T15:28:36Z

    The Greek citrus industry, whose once thriving lemon-growing sector has slid into terminal decline, has all but given up on the UK market. Tony Leighton reports.

  • Article

    Mexico helps to plug the gaps

    2005-02-17T13:01:01Z

    FRUIT LOGISTICA: Mexico has managed to more than double exports of avocados, grapes and grapefruit to the European market since 2002.

  • Article

    Greeks add red sultanas

    2005-02-15T20:01:00Z

    FRUIT LOGISTICA: A Greek grape producer has now added red sultanas to its product range.

  • Government warns of climate change impact on growers
    Article

    Government warns of climate change impact on growers

    2005-02-10T12:01:00Z

    The government is calling on UK farmers to consider how they will cope with the effects of climate change.