Melon news archive – Page 48
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ArticleIsreal capitalises on health boom
The israeli fresh produce industry is hoping to capitalise on the increasing trend for “functional foods” with the development of several new fruit and vegetable varieties.
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Colourful hopes for the New Year
As is the custom with trade publications these days, the FPJ shuts up shop over Christmas, so this will be my last column of
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ArticleFyffes de-merger gains approval
The proposed de-merger of fresh produce giant Fyffes was approved by shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting in Dublin this week (Tuesday).
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We’ve moved on a bit since the stone age - apparently
It seems as long ago as the Stone Age when independent greengrocers used to sell potatoes - with the exception of Jersey Royal
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ArticleA break from tradition
Moroccan fresh produce exporters are gunning for growth this season, particularly in some of their emerging product areas. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out what’s in store.
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US firm resumes distribution after scare
Krisp-Pak Co, the Norfolk, US, firm that was forced to recall all cut melon and grapes from the market late last week, resumed cutting and distributing fruit on Wednesday.
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ArticleIsrael’s opulence
From sweet potatoes to avocados, figs, Medjoul dates, mango and pitahaya, leading Israeli exporter Agrexco is sending a vibrant array of products to the UK this winter. Anna Sbuttoni reports from Israel.
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ArticleSpania Fresh stays in focus
The Canary Islands has not had an easy time of late. But one company that is determined to show its commitment is Spania Fresh Canarias SL. Doris Lee Butterworth reports.
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ArticleSpain’s salad hopes
As the first supplies of Spanish salads trickle through to the UK, growers are generally optimistic about the impending season. However, with last year’s cold temperatures still on the minds of many, overcoming the changeable weather is the sector’s major challenge. Emma Twyning reports.
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ArticleFyffes announces surprise de-merger
Fyffes has announced it plans to de-merge its general produce and distribution business into a new business separate from its banana, pineapple and melon operation.
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ArticleReal concern underpins Brazilian plans
Brazil is famous for its juicy melons, but a strong Brazilian currency has led to repercussions for the industry. Doris Lee Butterworth spoke to leading producers and UK importers to find out what’s in store for the 2006/07 campaign.
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Cantaloupes linked to food poisoning
Cantaloupe melons have been identified as a common cause of food poisoning.
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ArticleSpanish growers lament poor season
The 2005-06 season has closed leaving growers in the Spanish production region of Almeria licking their wounds as production rose and prices fell.
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ArticleWatermelons square up at Tesco
Square watermelons are set to hit Tesco stores across the UK in October.
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Low prices fail to boost demand
The 2005-06 season has closed leaving growers in the Spanish production region of Almeria licking their wounds as production rose and prices fell.
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ArticleMelon market crisis
UK importers are reporting a crisis in the melon market as soaring temperatures surprisingly fail to boost consumption.
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ArticleSize matters in melon world
The introduction of smaller-sized, seedless watermelons is lending a different dimension to offerings available in the UK. Doris Lee Butterworth speaks to leading producers and importers about their plans for the season
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ArticleDover success down to cranes
New cranes at Dover Cargo Terminal have been instrumental in getting the port new business.
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Stonefruit sensations for all occasions
I get the impression from reports on European stonefruit harvesting that it has been a bit of a bumpy ride so far this season,
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Burma looks to expand fruit exports
Commercial authorities in Myanmar (formerly Burma) are urging farmers to expand exotic fruit exports to boost foreign exchange earnings.