All articles by Luisa Cheshire – Page 110

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    UK potato production is down

    2002-01-28T00:00:00Z

    BPC figures show that total UK potato production is below the 1997-2000 average. But end of November 2001 stocks are higher than 2000.

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    Actin seminar on pest control

    2002-01-22T00:00:00Z

    The Alternative Crops Technology Interaction Network (Actin) has organised a seminar on environment-friendly pest control in London next week.

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    Le Crunch on tour

    2002-01-21T00:00:00Z

    The Le Crunch Crew Circus has made its UK debut at a London primary school

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    Farmers moonlight to make ends meet

    2002-01-18T00:00:00Z

    Government census figures show 9,200 UK farmers took on extra work to supplement their incomes last year, and over 3,000 left agriculture. The NFU says the situation is getting worse.

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    Pea treatment launch for the spring

    2002-01-17T00:00:00Z

    New pea seed dressing available for growers this spring. Syngenta says it is more powerful and has a lower chemical loading than similar products.

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    Sykes to stand for NFU deputy president

    2002-01-16T00:00:00Z

    Well-known farmer Marie Sykes is to stand for the position of NFU deputy president in the elections next month.

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    European fruit production down

    2002-01-15T00:00:00Z

    Industry experts at last week's Fruit Logistica conference reveal that 2001 European fruit production is lower than the previous year.

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    UK top fruit industry under threat, warns NFU

    2002-01-14T00:00:00Z

    The National Farmers' Union has criticised a Defra ban on active substance Thinsec.Its removal threatens to undermine the UK top fruit industry, union officials warn.

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    Broadcaster attacks supermarkets

    2002-01-14T00:00:00Z

    Radio 4 anchorman John Humphrys has accused UK multiples of squeezing suppliers and homogenising fresh produce.

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    Tong organises equipment show

    2002-01-11T00:00:00Z

    Lincolnshire-based firm Tong Engineering is hosting an automated vegetable handling show in March to unveil the latest equipment.

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    NFU halts crop protection product ban

    2002-01-11T00:00:00Z

    The National Farmers' Union (NFU) says lobbying has postponed the withdrawal of cabbage root fly control Birlane 24 and saved UK swede and turnip production.

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    French apple stocks rosy

    2002-01-11T00:00:00Z

    Mid-way through the season, the French apple supply situation is well balanced.

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    Rain abates in Murcia

    2002-01-11T00:00:00Z

    Producers are returning to their fields in south-eastern Spain to resume plantings now that rains have slackened off.

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    Fresh produce conference to focus on the future

    2002-01-07T00:00:00Z

    The Horticulture in Focus conference will address the future of the industry. Key speaker from the IGD to talk to delegates.

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    CHEP user group formed

    2002-01-04T00:00:00Z

    A new association for CHEP pallet and tray users has been set up. The PVGA, FPC and CHEP set up the group.

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    Grocers see boost to sales

    2002-01-04T00:00:00Z

    Uk grocers and specialist food retailers see December retail sales reach an unexpected high.

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    Beacon Foods expands

    2002-01-04T00:00:00Z

    Leading UK prepared produce supplier Beacon Foods is investing in an upgraded preparation plant. Company turnover increased by 20 per cent last year.

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    Fresh produce honoured

    2002-01-03T00:00:00Z

    Representatives from the fresh produce industry were recognised in the Queen's new year's honours list.

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    Spanish supplies freeze

    2002-01-03T00:00:00Z

    Spanish salad and vegetable production has been hit by freezing temperatures and heavy rainfall.

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    Consumers want to know more

    2002-01-03T00:00:00Z

    A recent survey has revealed that UK shoppers want to know more about how food production is controlled.