All articles by Laura Gould – Page 37
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ArticleOrganic Ramiro headed for UK
The first deliveries of organic Ramiro peppers from Israeli produce specialist Agrexco are on their way to leading supermarket chains in the UK, Europe, Canada and the US.
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ArticleLord Mayor visits New Spitalfields
The Spitalfields Market Tenants’ Association (SMTA) hosted the annual visit of the Lord Mayor of London to New Spitalfields last week.
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Emerging markets beckon for SATI
The South African table grape industry needs to look to markets beyond the UK and Europe, according to the industry body.
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ArticleWAC still searching for president
The Washington Apple Commission (WAC) has made several key staff changes, but still not appointed a full-time president.
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ArticleBond warns against credit crunch profiteering
Asda ceo Andy Bond has warned that supermarkets that attempt to squeeze profits from their customers during the credit crunch will find themselves in deep water when the economy recovers.
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United Fresh expands global reach
There is a growing awareness worldwide that United Fresh Produce Association is more than just a US organisation, said John Toner, vice-president of convention and industry relations.
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ArticleUS pears look to solid season in UK
The US pear industry is expecting a solid season in the UK and Europe this year, thanks to the exchange rate and forecasts for a smaller European crop.
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AgriCoat growth matches fresh-cut market
AgriCoat NatureSeal believes the Asian market offers vast potential for its range of products aimed at maintaining the freshness of cut fruits and vegetables.
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Magrabi targets international growth
Egyptian exporter Magrabi Agriculture believes that Asia has the potential to be its biggest market, but supplies of grape and citrus - the firm’s major products - into the region are currently dominated by the Americans.
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ArticleAriane harvest kicks off in earnest
Blue Whale has started harvesting club apple variety Ariane, and the fruit is expected to hit retail shelves on September 29.
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ArticleSustainability key for HortResearch
Conducting R&D with a clear focus on sustainability has become imperative for New Zealand’s HortResearch.
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New Zealand trades on efficiency
Horticulture New Zealand chief executive Peter Silcock believes the country is well placed to meet the demands of its export markets in terms of sustainable production.
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ArticleDutch pear crop downsized
The Dutch Conference pear season is underway and, although the crop is a little smaller than last season, the fruit is still looking good.
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ArticleCalifornian stonefruit shines in UK
The California stonefruit crop is in “robust” form this year, with volumes slightly up on last season and the UK market performing well for shippers.
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Rijk Zwaan prepares for Asian move
Dutch seed breeding firm Rijk Zwaan has introduced its easy- to-prepare Salanova lettuce brand in Malaysia, Singapore and Korea, and is soon to launch into the Philippines and Japan.
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Domex hails Asian trade fair
Washington apple shipper Domex Superfresh Growers believes Asia Fruit Logistica represents a “terrific opportunity to go into deeper relations with our Asian customers”.
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California grapes re-energise UK
California’s grape season is progressing well and reports of fruit quality from customers to date have been good.
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ArticleBumper Picota crop bucks cherry trend
Spanish Picota cherries have enjoyed a particularly strong season this year, with UK retailers reporting double-figure increases in sales of the fruit.
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ArticleKing lends voice to airfreight debate
Sainsbury’s ceo Justin King has assured the aviation industry the supermarket does not support the labelling of airfreighted produce.
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Professor Lang takes reins at Garden Organic
Tim Lang, professor of food policy at City University London, is urging the nation to roll up their sleeves and get digging in his new role as president of Garden Organic, the UK’s leading organic growing charity.