Peppers news archive – Page 31
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ArticleRijk Zwaan makes Mexican investment
Dutch seed breeder Rijk Zwaan has opened a new production facility in Mexico.
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Tozer Seeds hosts open days
Tozer Seeds is to host its annual open days in Lincolnshire on 13-14 October.
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New energy levy to hit Irish producers
Less than six months after the introduction of a carbon levy, Irish producers are to be hit by a second energy surcharge, a five per cent electricity levy taking effect next month.
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First throes of autumn bring new varieties to store
There are increasing signs that autumn is on the way with Marjorie’s Seedling plums now in place on the shelves
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ArticleSpanish salads on a tightrope
With price pressure from UK supermarkets at a high and unseasonably warm weather through the planting period, Spanish salad growers are having to up their game to stay ahead. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports
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Irish produce defies economy
The Irish retail market for fresh produce is showing “great resilience”, according to Bord Bia, at a time when the recession is causing a general sales slump elsewhere in the economy.
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ArticleLooking for that chain reaction
The mutually beneficial relationship between the wholesale industry and street market traders is almost as old as time, but in light of the recent controversy revolving around Borough Wholesale Market’s departure from the now famous Borough Retail Market site, how important is the link between the two sides? Elizabeth O’Keefe investigates
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ArticleRolling with the punches
It is well known that Kent has a lot to offer as a horticultural hub, with its thriving orchards, bustling distribution centre in Paddock Wood and a leading centre in UK R&D in East Malling Research (EMR). But as environmental and financial changes take hold, how will Kent remain on top? Elizabeth O’Keefe tours the area to find out
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ArticleTesco triple for Thanet Earth
Thanet Earth is a triple gold award winner with the news this week that NSF CMi has confirmed its third glasshouse has won Tesco’s Nurture Gold Award.
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ArticleSpanish growers buoyed by prices
Improved prices for growers in the Spanish region of Almeria have compensated for the weather-hit campaign which saw tomato and pepper volumes fall substantially.
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ArticleWater fears for parched UK vegetables
Home-grown vegetables are thirsty following a sunshine-filled summer and very little rainfall in some of the major producing areas of the UK, leaving fields in need of some extra irrigation and growers fearful of what it could mean for their margins. Anna Sbuttoni reports
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ArticleBlood pressure link to chilli peppers
Turning up the heat on your tastebuds with chilli could have a healthy, calming effect, according to new research.
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ArticleStubbins begins Asda okra production
Specialist glasshouse growers Stubbins Marketing have begun the production of UK okra and baby aubergines.
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M&S launches convenient salads
Marks & Spencer has relaunched its Food on the Move range as it looks to capitalise on the convenience market through the summer
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ArticleUS considers Panamanian peppers
Bell peppers from Panama could enter the US without treatment under new guidelines being proposed
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ArticleBritvic ramps up Wimbledon activities
Britvic is launching a new marketing campaign to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Robinsons’ association with the Wimbledon Championships, the world’s second-longest running sports sponsorship.
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ArticleSun World relaunches branded peppers
Le Rouge Royale and Le Jaune Royale sweet peppers given new logo and packaging design to help them stand out from the crowd
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ArticleFPC calls for more high-risk evidence
The Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) says it needs more evidence today on the burden high-risk import controls are putting on the industry.
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Hedon and EVS in salad merger
UK glasshouse grower and fresh produce supplier Hedon Salads Ltd has merged with English Village Salads Ltd (EVS), part of the Bakkavör Group.
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ArticleSyngenta releases eight new courgettes
Seed developer provides Italian producers with new cultivars designed to boost productivity and improve market response