All articles by Kathy Miller – Page 20
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Farm incomes slump
Latest revenue statistics show that UK producers are going through some of their toughest times.
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Chinese exports soar
World Apple Report data shows dramatic apple export increases from China with Fuji leading the way.
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Berry volumes build up
A slow start from some sources is being overcome as imports of fresh berries into the UK are starting to increase in the run up to Christmas, according to one importer.
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Anecoop's silver celebration
Valencia-based Spanish fresh produce supplier Anecoop, is celebrating its 25th season in 2000-01 and has announced major structural changes to its organisation.
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Top fruit sector needs innovation
To avoid being dragged down, the apple industry must innovate on every level to survive and compete with the corporate food giants of the snack market. But simply introducing new varieties is not enough.
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Kiwi growers keep control
Producers of kiwifruit in New Zealand have voted in support of moves to retain grower control of marketing company, Zespri International.
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Chile back on track
Chilean fruit exports are expecting a return to normal for the 2000-01 season.
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Apple growers protest
New Zealand producers have said they will take their protests over the pace of regulatory change to the NZ parliament this week.
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Chile suffers from R&D deficiency
A lack of research and development in Chile is taking its toll on the apple sector, according to a leading Chilean academic.
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NZ top-fruit sector weighs options
The apple and pear sectors in New Zealand are considering the future as they review a report on their industry launched by their government.
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Regime reform favours POs
Producer organisations stand to gain under reform of the EU fruit and vegetable regime announced for next year.
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NFU clinches work-permit deal
More work permits will be granted to foreign students next year following lobbying by grower groups.
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Stockbridge centre edges closer
Growers in northern England have made progress this week towards setting up their own technology transfer centre.
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Cranberry growers lack seasonal cheer
A disastrous oversupply situation is threatening New England cranberry producers.
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Chile makes bank plans
Producers in Chile look likely to benefit from international plans for a new agricultural bank.
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NZ organic apples set for surge
Difficult market conditions for conventionally grown fruit are encouraging New Zealand apple growers to opt in increasing numbers for organic production.
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Farm ministers approve new aid levels
EU agriculture ministers met last week and have reviewed parts of the fruit and vegetable regime agreeing to a shake up in aid allocation.
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US considers WAPA membership
American top-fruit growers are considering membership of the new World Apple & Pear Association and could join as early as next spring.
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Free fruit could encompass veg
Following the launch of the free-fruit-for-schools scheme last week, the department of health has indicated that vegetables might also find their way onto the menu.