All articles by Michael Barker – Page 101
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AnalysisA big fat wasted opportunity?
The government’s Childhood Obesity Strategy has underwhelmed many observers, but what does it mean for the fruit and vegetable sector?
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ArticleExotic fruit firm in administration
Sabana Incorporated, which was run by Ed Hawkey and Hannes Martin, suffered from "operational issues"
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ArticleTomatoes in focus
Upcoming Great British Tomato Conference to address issues across commercial, technical and current affairs
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ArticleSky News cameras visit Nationwide Produce
Vegetable supplier is interviewed as part of report into the impact of inflation and Brexit on British companies
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ArticleOnions hailed as ingredients of success
There is potential for production increases on two lines that are proving consumer favourites, writes Michael Barker
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ArticleHerb sales go bananas
With scratch cooking sending herb sales soaring, Michael Barker asks what will drive the category to the next level
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ArticleDAS's Jeff Higgins passes away
Technical manager dies after a short illness at the age of 53
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ArticleFruit Bowl owner acquired by Bokomo
Bokomo Foods buys up Streamfoods Holdings as part of plans to expand into the growing fruit-snacking category
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ArticleFifth Thanet greenhouse set to come on stream
First crop of cucumbers due in January 2017 as work on fifth greenhouse nears completion
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ArticleM&S calls for photo entries
Premium retailer again supports Food Adventures category at the 2017 Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year
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ArticlePlaces filling up at British Herbs event
First field day takes place at R&G Herbs on 25 August
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ArticleNew MD for Borough Market
Darren Henaghan replaces Keith Davis and is set to take up the reins in October
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ArticleFruit and veg retailer faces HGV ban
Enfield-based Tacim Subasi deemed "not fit to run HGVs" after traffic commissioner identifies series of failings
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ArticleGoogle puts fruit at heart of Rio fun
Internet giant's search engine homepage features a video and link to a new fruit-themed mobile game
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ArticleGoatham collects Best Orchard gong
East Kent Fruit Society hands award to Shrubbery Farm for its Zari orchard
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ArticleLidl shopper's banana drama
Shopper believes eggs from Brazilian Wandering Spider are found on Lidl bananas, though suppliers cast doubt on the claims
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ArticleWhich? calls for more fruit and veg promotions
Figures from consumer group show supermarkets discounting more unhealthy products than fresh produce
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ArticleProduce at heart of first cashless store
Little Waitrose opens in Sky head office in Osterley, with customers only able to pay by card or mobile phone
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ArticleSolid year for Bonduelle
French veg manufacturer says exchange rate issues were its biggest concern in otherwise positive year
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ArticleDate set for Sayer funeral
Salad grower's service will take place on 12 August, with well-wishers invited to attend an event afterwards