Grape news archive – Page 133
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ArticleNew grape variety in the pipeline
Autumn King, a new white seedless grape from the US could soon be available to fill the tricky late-autumn window.
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ArticleSNFL to build on Pink success
Special New Fruit Licensing Ltd (SNFL), the fruit licensing company behind the trademarked grape variety Absolutely Pink, is hoping to bring a range of key new grape varieties to market within the next two to three years.
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Rain lashes Chilean grapes
Chilean exporters’ association Asoex is warning that rainfall last week has affected important grape growing areas right at the peak of the harvest.
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ArticleMulti-million pound investment for UK top fruit
The single heaviest investment in the English top-fruit industry for a generation was revealed this week, with the announcement that a £6 million automated storage, packing and distribution centre is being built in Kent.
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Mexico showcases organic mushrooms
Organic mushrooms from Mexico were debuted at this year’s Fruit Logistica.
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ArticleCapespan eyes pomegranate potential
Capespan is hoping to cash in on the superfood craze, with the recent addition of pomegranates to its portfolio.
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Murcia in Clean act
The regional government of Murcia in south-eastern Spain is investing almost €20 million in its Clean Agriculture project over the next five years.
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German consumers drop produce purchases
Price hikes in Germany’s fresh produce resulted in a drop in consumer purchases in 2006, according to a report given this week at the opening ceremony of this year’s Fruit Logistica.
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Serbia enjoys plum growth
Serbia’s fruit production rose by 26 per cent last year, with plums and grapes demonstrating the strongest growth.
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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.