News from FPJ – Page 415
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ArticleInsecticide approved for Diamondback moth control
Benevia 10OD has been granted a new 120-day EAMU to help brassica growers tackle Diamondback moth infestation
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ArticleUnusual produce sees spike in demand
Wholesalers report greater demand in niche lines such as heritage produce, coloured vegetables and micro herbs
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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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ArticleTesco faces anger after removing Scottish flag
Retailer is facing a barrage of angry tweets from Scottish shoppers after Scottish flag replaced with Union Jack on berries
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ArticleRecord low on retail promotions
Supermarkets are moving to simpler pricing as Kantar records lowest number of promotions since 2010
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ArticleDutch start-up launches seaweed pasta
Organic seaweed tagliatelle is being marketed as a healthy and sustainable pasta alternative
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ArticleWaitrose and Fairtrade back Great Fruit Adventure
Two food foundations have supported an African road trip to highlight the importance and provenance of fruit and veg
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ArticleScotland Food & Drink signs eco-pledge
Industry body has joined the Resource Efficiency Pledge in a bid to reduce carbon emissions and running costs
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ArticleTesco extends store openings to match night tube
Staff were in position at select stores along the Victoria and Central tube lines in London to hand out orange juice and water
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ArticleSainsbury’s hails ‘year of the salad’
Sales of dark green leaves such as spinach, watercress and rocket are soaring at Sainsbury’s
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ArticleMushy peas as rain hampers crop
Recent sales growth in peas may be dented by a difficult season, but Brexit may prove less problematic than for other crops and the outlook is positive
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ArticleAC Goatham hosts Tour de Pomme
Kent grower welcomes the start of 2016 apple harvest with a 78.6-mile cycle tour past 12 of its 17 farms
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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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ArticleStart-up tackles food waste with apple crisps
A new brand has joined the growing food waste movement by turning surplus apples into drinks and snacks
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ArticleHealthy eating boosts veg sales
Healthier consumers and strong marketing campaigns are driving vegetable sales, but growers are feeling the squeeze as the price war rumbles on
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ArticleGreen Light District to promote Tenderstem
Consumers will be encouraged to try Tenderstem ‘naked, spicy, steamy’ during new sampling tour
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ArticleEating fruit at wrong time 'can lead to weight gain'
A personal trainer has claimed that eating fruit after a workout can lead to a rise in body fat
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ArticleAsda sales fall 7.5 per cent in Q2
Retailer cites fierce competition and food deflation in UK market for sales decline but ‘remains committed to price investment’
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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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ArticleAmazon to open depot at Port of Tilbury
New site at key port for fresh produce comes as Amazon said it is expanding to meet growing customer demand