Potato news archive – Page 112
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ArticleUK produce purchases on the up
People in the UK are buying more fruit and vegetables, according to Defra’s latest statistics.
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ArticleCauli supply wobble
Vegetable production is hugely important to Cornwall’s economy, and the region boasts an ideal early growing location thanks to its temperate climate. However, erratic temperatures have upset the area’s staple winter cauliflower supply this season. Emma Twyning reports.
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ArticleThe fuel of our future
Healthy eating in schools has been topping the social agenda for some years, aided by the efforts of some high-profile celebrities. But, what is going on behind the scenes? And is any of it actually making a difference to how much fruit and veg our children are eating? Elspeth Waters reports.
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ArticleRussell Burgess dies, aged 89
Russell Burgess, one of the best-known names in the UK potato and vegetable sectors has died, aged 89.
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Free lorry stickers for National Chip Week
The British Potato Council is calling lorry drivers to support National Chip Week by displaying stickers on their vehicles.
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Mud to boost shelf life at Asda
Mud could be the latest method for improving the shelf life of potatoes and carrots, according to Asda.
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ArticleGreen moves for Morrisons
Morrisons has introduced compostable packaging to its organic fresh produce range.
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ArticleGrapefruit sales soar
Asda’s grapefruit sales are expected to reach record levels this month on the back of consumers' new year diets.
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ArticleIsraeli sendings recover
A special steering committee at the Israeli ministry of agriculture estimates that the export volume of vegetables from Israel this season will amount to 447,000 tonnes, compared with 405,000t in last season.
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ArticleIsraeli veg sendings climb
A special steering committee at the Israeli ministry of agriculture estimates that the export volume of vegetables from Israel in 2006 will amount to 447,000 tonnes, compared with 405,000t in the previous year.
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ArticleThe year that was 2006 - October
Over the course of 2006, freshinfo has delivered international news with a UK produce industry focus right to your desk. Click here to review the top stories from October.
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ArticleRudolph potatoes make store debut
Vegetable specialist Fenmarc Produce gave away over 100 kilos of its new Rudolph potato variety at an Asda store in York this week.
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ArticleTesco launches 'greener' potato packs
A more environmentally friendly packaging for Tesco new potatoes will be introduced following development with packaging supplier Amcor Flexibles and potato suppliers Greenvale AP and Branston.
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EMR hosts DNA marker meet-up
Delegates from eleven countries attended a workshop hosted by East Malling Research (EMR) on December 7-8 for the European Collaborative Programme for Crop Genetic Resources (ECPGR).
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National Chip Week to break records
The British Potato Council (BPC) is urging potato suppliers to start thinking about playing a part in National Chip Week 2007 from February 12-18.
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New improved spud to grow market
A genetically modified potato variety of Ranger Russet with enhanced French-fry aroma and reduced amounts of processing-induced acrylamide has been produced by scientists at the University of Idaho.
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BPC potato storage event announced
Potato storage will be in the spotlight at a specialist British Potato Council event in Marston, Lincolnshire, on January 16.
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ArticleSurvival of the fittest
Nothing ever stays the same and this rings particularly true when it comes to fresh produce brands. Doris Lee Butterworth reports on the shrinking number of fresh produce brands and asks leading companies how they are adapting to the changing marketplace.
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GM spud trials gain government approval
A controversial plan to grow genetically modified potatoes at two trial sites in Cambridgeshire and Derbyshire has gained government approval.
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We’ve moved on a bit since the stone age - apparently
It seems as long ago as the Stone Age when independent greengrocers used to sell potatoes - with the exception of Jersey Royal