All articles by Kathy Miller – Page 7
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Surveyors give Maff poor valuation
The ministry of agriculture, fisheries and food is receiving criticism from surprising quarters for its handling of the foot and mouth epidemic.
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Germans plug UK supply gap
Salad onions have been running short in the UK, but imports have been able to step into the breach.
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Hortex replaced by regional focus
Growers'showcase trade event, HortEx will be replaced next year.
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EU promo funds elude
Funding from the European Union for promotional schemes in the fresh produce sector is still proving elusive despite discussions held in Brussels this week.
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Outlook for the windy city
USApple is Chicago bound for this year's forecasts and marketing conference.
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Ball bounces in at Lingarden
Lingarden Produce has appointed Simon Ball as national accounts manager for processed and pre-packed onions.
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Shopping is streets apart
There are no signs of supermarket domination letting up, according to a new report, which shows that small independent retailers face continuing tough trading conditions.
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New man at Maff to grace agm
David Jones has been appointed head of the ministry of agriculture's horticulture and potatoes division.
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Onion growers warned
Onion planting is behind schedule because of wet weather, but growers should think twice before changing their drilling plans.
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Chile works on trade deals
Trade accords are becoming a priority for fresh fruit exporters in Chile as the country faces dumping accusations from the US.
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Sendings boost for Chilean fruit
Fruit exports from Chile are up on last seasons levels across most major markets.
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Mushroom scare blamed on media
Another food scare could be brewing as national press interest focuses on possible salmonella in mushrooms.
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Spain makes berry recovery
Spanish strawberries finally look like they might be recovering from a disastrous start to the season.
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Farmers' markets latest FMD casualty
Alternative retail outlets, many of them offering fresh fruit and vegetables, are suffering as the foot and mouth disease crisis deepens in the UK. But multiple retailers are lending a hand.
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Citrus research reformed
A new levy system comes into force this month in South Africa which will ensure that all growers pay for citrus research.
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Chile rejects dumping claim
Exporters in Chile are rejecting claims made by US grape growers that they dumped fruit on the US market last season.
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Tune in for organic training
UK organic certification body, the Soil Association, has launched a new video on organic food.
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KG signs US deal
KG Fruits Ltd has won import rights for fruit grown by Driscoll Strawberry Associates. Pictured are KG's Nick Marston (l) and Dorn Wenninger of DSA.
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Best laid potato plans
Despite the difficulties of recent months, potato growers can still look forward to a good season ahead, if they plan carefully.
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Hortichem offers free advice
Agrichemicals supplier Hortichem has a new website for producers.