All articles by Laura Gould – Page 80
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ArticleFresh herb firms stand united
Five of the UK’s major fresh herb suppliers have clubbed together to create a brand new marketing campaign called Fresh Herbs.
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EU lightens F-gas load
The relaxation by the EU of the “return leak test” clause within the new F-gas regulations spells good news for refrigeration contractors who have been lobbying hard for its amendment.
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Bumpkin veg added to line-up
Inspired by the enthusiastic response to its ‘ugly fruit’ range, launched in 2006, high-end retailer Waitrose has extended its range of Cook’s Ingredients to include ‘bumpkin veg’ - less than perfect vegetables and salads.
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Red hot niche for UK chilli peppers
The increasing influence of ethnic foods in the nation’s diet is expanding the niche market for chilli peppers, which can be grown in the UK between June and September.
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ArticleKiwifruit at centre of ill health claims
Research has revealed that kiwifruit may cause more health problems than it cures.
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Greenvale acquires Swancote
One of the UK’s largest potato handlers, Greenvale AP Ltd, has acquired 100 per cent of the share capital of Swancote Foods Ltd.
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ArticleRoyal Show needs more fruit and veg
The fruit and vegetable industry should reclaim its place at the Royal Agricultural Show, said Sir Don Curry.
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ArticleSignum could aid summer brassica crop
The summer brassica crop could fall foul of downy mildew and white blister this season, according to experts, but fungicide Signum could be the answer to growers’ prayers.
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ArticleKwik Save enters crisis talks
Talks are to resume later today over the future of beleaguered discount retail chain Kwik Save, as staff agree to go without pay for a sixth week.
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ArticleWaitrose worries independents
Two-thirds of independent deli and farm shop owners consider Waitrose to be a bigger threat to their business than Tesco, a recent survey has revealed.
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Looking to future for Cornish agriculture
Transition Cornwall is holding a special evening event on July 4 to raise awareness of oil depletion, climate change and the impact on farming.
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Drugs haul at fruit market
A drugs raid carried out at Blochairn Fruit Market in Glasgow last week had little impact on the actual market itself, according to sources.
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Tesco given run for its money
Sainsbury’s and Asda continue to record a higher growth rate than Tesco, according to the latest grocery market share figures released by retail analyst TNS Worldpanel.
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ArticleIsrael releases new stonefruit hybrids
Ben-Dor Fruit Nurseries in the Upper Galilee region of Israel last week introduced two new varieties of summer fruit - Peachcot and Violet.
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ArticleBudgens re-launches UK potato range
Convenience store chain Budgens is re-launching its potato range with a focus on the different varieties available and new packaging options
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ArticleAnglia secures further produce contract
Anglia Business Solutions has announced a further contract for its Microsoft Dynamics NAV based LINKFresh fresh produce business management suite, this time with Portsmouth-based MMD (Shipping Services) Ltd.
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ArticleGovernment throws weight behind Markets Week
National Markets Week was launched on Monday, with the support of football legend Gary Lineker and 200 MPs.
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ArticleNew appointment to Exosect team
Former BASF agronomy manager Richard Dyason has been appointed as marketing manager at environmentally conscious pest control manufacturer Exosect.
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Organic market soars through 2006-07
Sales of organic food in the UK topped £1 billion in the past year, according to analysts TNS Worldpanel.
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Chiquita reveals price drop in Q2 results
Banana giant Chiquita has revealed that prices for the fruit in its core European markets were down one per cent year on year on a local currency basis for the first quarter of 2007.