Grape news archive – Page 135
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AG Thames acquires strategic position in Grapes Direct
AG Thames Holdings Ltd, parent company of Chingford Fruit Ltd, has acquired “a strategic position” in Grapes Direct.
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Brazil backs down on Chilean fruit
Brazil has relaxed its stance on Chilean fresh fruit imports.
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ArticleTulpin takes first Egyptian grape
The first Egyptian grapes to reach Europe this season have flown into Ostend.
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Chileans disgruntled at Brazilian block
Chilean exporters are disappointed that Brazil has put a temporary block on Chilean fruit imports following the discovery of a “mite” amongst the imported table grape.
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ArticleMehadrin to become Israel's largest citrus exporter
Israeli firm Mehadrin is in an "advanced stages of negotiations" to purchase Tnuport's part in the partnership known as Mehadrin-Tnuport Export (MTE).
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ArticleSun World wins right to fight Volcani in court
In a significant decision that potentially affects international rights to dozens of new table grape varieties developed by Israel's Volcani Institute, an Israeli District Court Judge has ruled that a claim filed by Sun World International LLC may proceed to trial and further displayed unease with Volcani's conduct.
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ArticleWhat a consumer wants
Shoppers pondering over whether to buy apples or oranges in the supermarket could be guided by a special group of nerve cells in the brain, according to a study by the Harvard Medical School in Boston.
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ArticleAgrexco at 50
As Agrexco celebrates its 50th birthday, Elspeth Waters caught up with the head of the company’s UK office to find out the secrets of enduring success.
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ArticleJuice squeezes to top
Juice and smoothie producers are making the most of the opportunities available for their products as consumers become increasingly health-oriented in their drinks choices. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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Grapes get vitamin boost
Australian researchers have discovered a way to boost the amount of Vitamin C in grapes.
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ArticleEgyptian faith pays dividends
Amid rising freight rates and heavy competition some Egyptian producers are enjoying rich rewards for their advantageous period of availibility. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleChilean fruit leaders attack government
Chilean fruit leaders have joined in a chorus of calls on the country’s new president Michelle Bachelet to open up her coffers to a wider group of industries.
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New red seedless grape revealed
US researchers have developed a new red grape to fill the gap between Flame Seedless and Crimson Seedless.
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Murcia co-op merger
Eight co-operatives in the south-eastern Spanish region of Murcia are joining forces.
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ArticleGomez secures quality
If you are going to create an innovative new product concept for the fresh produce sector, you are going to need an innovative marketing campaign to help it achieve full potential. Gomez has done just that with its Gomez Reserv range, and the icing on top of the cake is that it did it all off its own back. Ed Bedington reports.
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ArticleCyprus adapts approach
Fresh produce exports from Cyprus have fallen sharply in recent years. The necessary technical expertise is there in abundance but can the sector face up to the marketing demands of the 21st century? Elspeth Waters visited the island to determine the status quo, and report separately on the citrus, potato, veg and herb sectors.
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ArticleIndian grapes set sail
The first Indian grapes of the season are on the water and due to arrive in the UK next week.
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ArticleBurgess family hits 60
How the Burgess family have responded to the changing face of the UK fresh produce industry over the last 60 years is a glowing example of the art of adaptation, bringing not just growth but a major impact on how producers and packers came to terms with the path they should follow during times of great change.
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ArticleApproval for EU export promotion
The European Commission has approved measures to promote French and Italian fresh produce in third countries.