News from FPJ – Page 83
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Westfalia creates a buzz by using insects for natural pest control in orchards
Company hopes using insects and other natural control methods will contribute to its global target to enhance tree health and minimise the use of pesticides
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Agritech innovation key to industry future, says FPC boss
Nigel Jenney believes agritech can help solve the many issues faced by the fresh produce sector
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Fairtrade raises banana prices
As production costs soar, Fairtrade announces that it is raising banana prices in support of farmers
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Fairtrade growers demonstrate resilience
New study looks at the hardiness of Fairtrade producers during the Covid-19 pandemic
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Most farm managers ‘worried about UK food security’
Survey suggests current challenges threaten the UK’s food supply capability
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Fresh produce sales drop as consumer pressure bites
Shoppers are buying fewer groceries as the cost-of-living crisis grows
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South African port strike could be ending
There is new hope in the South African fresh produce export sector as one union agrees new terms with port operators to end strike
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Freshfel Europe urges action as energy costs soar
Rocketing energy prices have prompted the European fresh produce association to call for action to mitigate the “far-reaching” impact on the fruit and vegetables sector
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South African berry business counts cost of strikes
Dark days for South African berry export industry as ongoing port strike stops exports
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Camposol reports good progress on blueberries
Increased volumes from Peru and Mexico and new proprietary premium varieties place company on secure footing
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PML hub achieves BRCGS accreditation
The Kent-based transport facility is awarded top marks after just 10 months of operation
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Zespri switches to compostable labels in European markets
Move is part of marketer’s efforts to ensure that all of its packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025
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Calcutt named CEO at City Harvest
Experienced industry figure takes over at a time of rising need for food banks
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‘Without Brexit, Britain’s economy would be booming,’ says ParcelHero
International delivery firm ParcelHero says August’s £800m fall in EU trade adds to the UK’s economic woes
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Sambóa all set to shake up apple segment
As the first commercial volumes hit the market, the architect of the Sambóa project, Marco Rivoira, explains why he has high hopes for the new brand
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Learn from the best at Global Berry Congress 2022
Hear from the industry’s leading players in Rotterdam on 15 November, and learn how the berry category will change in a post-pandemic world
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Chile forecasts 8 per cent dip in fresh blueberry exports
Trade will prioritise quality over quantity, with more fruit being diverted to the frozen sector
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Morrisons launches ‘pocket money’ pumpkins
Retailer’s Halloween range starts from just 59p to tempt kids
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Maersk offers European market update
Logistics group sees some welcome stability in seafreight while airfreight remains “volatile”
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Morrisons pitches Kissabel as spooky Halloween treat
Red-fleshed apples are on sale as a limited-edition listing this month