Pineapple news archive – Page 34
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Retailers scour the world for juicy new products
Putting collars round pineapples has not been in fashion for a while, but the practice is being resurrected at Budgens with
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ArticleRains dent Costa Rican pineapples
Sales of pineapples from Costa Rica were up during the first nine months of the year but recent rainfall has affected production and exports
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ArticleFresh Del Monte sees Q3 profit slide
Fresh Del Monte has seen net income dip for the third quarter of the year, the result of an absence of foreign exchange gains and despite slight growth in net sales.
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ArticleGrowcom warns of Malaysian pineapple risk
Malaysian imports may threaten Queensland pineapple crops by introducing a major new disease, claims Australian industry body
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ArticleDole reveals new corporate structure
Dole Food Company has announced plans to strengthen its business in northern Europe by dividing its operations into two distinct areas.
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ArticlePlans for Philippine organic exports
Philippine grower Henares Organic Farm aims to begin exporting organic bananas and pineapples to Japan
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ArticleHerbs Unlimited extends operations
Herbs Unlimited based near Thirsk, North Yorkshire is expanding its herb range and packhouse operations.
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ArticleStrong first-half result for Fyffes
Fyffes has reported on a positive set of results for the first half of 2011, with growth in both revenue and adjusted profit before tax, driven by average selling prices, exchange rates and the costs of fruit, shipping and fuel.
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ArticleDirectors face trial over pineapple drugs shipment
Two former fresh produce directors have been remanded in custody until January 2012 to face trial after a drugs bust in January.
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Exotic fruit market hit by another round of decline
The exotic fruit market has taken a hit during the recession and many fear that the worst is yet to come. Declining in value and volume each quarter, the category needs to turn it around and fast. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports
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ArticlePineapple prices hit record highs
The pineapple market is extremely tight following a period of oversupply that sent prices plummeting.
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ArticlePineberry plants up for sale
The Farplants Group is now taking commercial orders for pineberry plants for UK retail distribution in Spring 2012.
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ArticleGrowth for Costa Rican pineapples
Costa Rica records ongoing expansion in its pineapple planted area, production and export value since 2006
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ArticleDel Monte UK sees profits fall
Del Monte UK has seen profits plummet in the last year as it dumped certain lines that were not making money.
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ArticleSupply issues loom ahead of boost in market demand
A slightly stagnant summer UK banana market at consumer level belies issues elsewhere. With supply problems, the return of Windward Islands bananas and a consultation on Fairtrade, the banana sector remains as engaging as ever. Alex Lawson reports
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ArticleDole expands foodservice offer
Pineapple spears join Dole’s Chef-Ready Cuts line to provide greater convenience and versatility for the US foodservice industry
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ArticleEvolution is revolution for Natures Way
Natures Way Foods has built its reputation on supplying high quality, own label salad products to some of the biggest names in the food business. But will the opportunities presented by product diversification and branding pull the company in new directions? Michael Barker meets chief executive Susan Barratt to find out
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ArticlePurfresh aids in pineapple push
Transport technology is being employed by international pineapple shippers to help reach new overseas markets
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ArticleCosta Rica addresses pineapple concerns
Consumer disquiet prompts Costa Rican officials to focus on social and environmental issues within the pineapple sector
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ArticleNew Del Monte brand asks shoppers to Love Fresh
Del Monte (UK) is expanding its portfolio way beyond fruit as part of a new all-encompassing marketing strategy.