Onion and garlic news archive – Page 28
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ArticleNo tears for UK
The market for onions and garlic has held its own through some tough economic times, with numerous lines carving themselves an increasingly important role as essential ingredients in every kitchen. So how is UK supply shaping up? And what is in store for the sector? Anna Sbuttoni reports
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ArticleVegetable industry continues to shine through recession
With an abundance of new-season vegetables coming out of the fields throughout the UK, the vegetable sector is thriving. Elizabeth O’Keefe finds that the category, as well as demand, is on the up
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ArticleBaby come back
Sales of baby vegetables rose during the affluent early and mid-noughties, but as the global recession continues, demand is being pared back. Nevertheless, the sector argues that opportunities are still there to be had, with some banking on home-grown produce faring better than imports. Doris Lee Butterworth finds out more
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Clearing a way through the easy peeler category
I have often had a bleat about the apparent lack of knowledge that consumers display when asked about the difference between
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ArticleBumper crop for Really Garlicky
Following two years of near disaster for its crop, The Really Garlicky Company in Nairn has harvested the best crop of Scottish garlic it has ever had.
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Carrot conference on the cards
The sixth UK onion and carrot conference will take place this November with an international line-up of speakers and experts.
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East of England producers visit Western
Business Link, in partnership with Tastes of Anglia, organised a trade development visit to Western International Wholesale Market last week for a group of the region’s specialist food growers.
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ArticleThe land of plenty
Marketed as the jewel in the UK food industry’s crown, Lincolnshire produces a substantial amount of the fruit and vegetables consumed throughout the country. Due to the county’s rich and fertile soils, it is the UK’s largest producer of potatoes and also specialises in brassicas, soft fruit, salads and peas. In the second of FPJ’s regional reports on Lincolnshire, Elizabeth O’Keefe clocks up more than 300 miles to take a further look at what the fresh produce industry in the county can offer.
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ArticleConcerns over Chinese onion imports
Possible Chinese onion imports in New Zealand have raised concerns about competition and disease
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ArticleExploring the seasonal debate
British consumers are being told that they should aim to eat fruit and vegetables “in season”, but the term has been a catalyst for debate in fresh produce circles. So what is seasonality? How can consumers be taught about when to enjoy home-grown fruit and vegetables at their seasonal best? And if shoppers are urged to buy British, what message does this send out about the global industry? Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticleThe pesticide question: What is the next step for the industry?
Despite persistent lobbying, the EU regulatory system governing the use of all pesticides is undergoing a stringent tightening of its legislation, which could result in the loss of up to 85 per cent of conventional chemical substances. Elizabeth O’Keefe investigates and asks what steps the fresh produce industry should be taking in preparation.
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Pressure on consumer spend takes effect in the aisles
In the prevailing economic climate, there is no doubt that pack size has become more important, and also taken on an
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ArticleFirmly on home soil
Tenderstem broccoli has made quite a name for itself over the last five years since it was commercially introduced to UK supermarket shelves. With main growing areas situated in hot climes like Kenya, Morocco and Jordan, it is probably assumed that the high-end vegetable is not suited to production in this country. Elizabeth O’Keefe finds evidence to the contrary
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SOLAs vital to onion growers
Without the current range of Specific Off-Label Approvals (SOLAs) now available for onions, UK growers would not be in a position to grow this crop, according to specialist agronomist Andy Richardson.
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SOLAs altered for multiple use
The new specific off-label approvals (SOLAs) for the residual and contact-acting herbicide, flumioxazin, in vining peas, carrots, parsnips and bulb onions have been altered to permit multiple low doses.
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ArticleCapital Tasting fresh
Taste of London last week saw the number of fresh produce companies at the show rise to its highest level yet.
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ArticleSpeciality Produce wins landmark case
A landmark case in which Speciality Produce Ltd (SPL) has regained its status as a producer group has been thrashed out after the High Court quashed two recent government decisions and ruled in favour of its application for recognition as a producer group.
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Paving the future for New Spitalfields
Following his appointment last December, Tim Williams, corporate business development manager at New Spitalfields market, has uncovered a number of challenges in ensuring the continued prosperity of one of the UK’s most diverse and successful wholesale markets. Alex Lawson caught up with him to see how he is progressing in the role.
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ArticleInnovation gong for Love Food Hate Waste
The Love Food Hate Waste (LFHW) research project landed the coveted Stubbins Innovation of the Year award at Thursday’s Re:fresh ceremony.
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ArticleAlbert Bartlett named Packer of the Year
Root crop specialist Albert Bartlett has been named the Fresh Produce Consortium’s Packer of the Year at this year’s Re:fresh awards ceremony in London.