All articles by Mike Knowles – Page 143
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ArticleEdeka builds network with Ratio deal
Acquisition of north-west German cash & carry operator underlines leading food retailer's intention to expand sales network
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ArticleRussia could lift potato import duty
Estimated 10 per cent fall in production following recent heatwave prompts government to consider lifting tariff
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ArticleEnza eyes global growth for kiwifruit
Company unveils programme for MEGAkiwi brand in Europe, as well as expansion plans in major markets such as Asia and the US
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ArticleNew apple Pipivita could rival Pinova
Deep red-skinned variety said to offer slightly above-average sugar levels and generally medium to large sizes
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ArticleEdeka plans to add 200 stores in 2012
Group's network of independent supermarket operators will continue to expand, reveals company's chief executive Markus Mosa
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ArticleTurkish hazelnut sector under spotlight
World's largest hazelnut producer is expected to come under major scrutiny at international summit meeting in Italy
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ArticlePositive forecast for Mediterranean citrus
Freshfel Europe and SHAFFE publish official forecast figures for production of major citrus categories across Europe this season
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ArticleKIKU sponsors World Diabetes Day
Company to distribute free apples and juice to visitors during special awareness event due to take place in Berlin on 14 November
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ArticleBattaglio unveils own banana brand
Having recently ended a banana distribution deal with GF Group, the Italian firm has linked with Banacol to market the fruit direct
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ArticleDavid Brasell marks two decades at DMP
Diversity key for New Zealand exporter as it bids to continue recent expansion through diversification of its products and markets
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ArticlePremature Italian kiwifruit "like walnuts"
Industry leaders denounce ongoing practice of shipping new-season kiwifruit too early, saying it risks damaging the business
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ArticleWUWM appoints new chairman
Torben Flinch of Copenhagen Markets takes over from Graham Wallace of Glasgow City Markets for next two-and-a-half years
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ArticleFurther growth for Asia Fruit Logistica
20 per cent rise in visitor numbers confirmed the Hong Kong event as the Asia-Pacific produce trade's must-attend event
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ArticleCopa-Cogeca warns of market "collapse"
Agricultural body urges ministers to help EU farmers remain competitive by retaining a strong CAP after 2013
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ArticleTesco to expand online presence
Company's chief executive elect reveals intention to roll out internet shopping services in China, Poland and the Czech Republic
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ArticleCarrefour unveils hyper revamp plan
Company tells investors it plans to "reinvent" its European hypermarket outlets following a recent notable decrease in sales
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ArticleNew crane gives Ecuador fruit a lift
Installation of third Gottwald crane at the Port of Guayaquil's container terminal set to boost handling of export shipments
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ArticleWarning over EU-Morocco proposals
European farming body Copa-Cogeca raises concerns over potential impact of this week's draft agreement on liberalising trade
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ArticleEijo Nienhuis retires from Hagé
One of the Netherlands’ foremost fresh produce traders has called time on his career following more than 40 years of building and developing the business
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ArticleDole water conservation efforts recognised
Company receives honourable mention during World Water Week for reducing water usage at banana plant in Costa Rica