Potato news archive – Page 124

  • Agrexco extends Bio Top range
    Article

    Agrexco extends Bio Top range

    2004-04-26T16:36:29Z

    Agrexco has been involved in the production of organic fruits and vegetables since 1970 under the brand name of Bio Top. John Broy reports.

  • Article

    Retailers hit out at Soil Association report

    2004-04-24T08:01:00Z

    Retailers have hit back at a Soil Association report which found they were shunning UK organic food, as “inaccurate” and “unrepresentative”.

  • Ben Sartain of Fairfield Control Systems
    Article

    Feeling the heat

    2004-04-22T16:50:46Z

    Climate change may be a contentious subject to some, but as extreme weather conditions become more commonplace, now is the time for growers to act if they are to avoid feeling the heat. Emma Hatfield reports.

  • Right royal revival
    Article

    Right royal revival

    2004-04-22T16:49:34Z

    Jersey potatoes will aim to reposition themselves this year with the launch of a new campaign. Long-time supporters will be reminded of the unique qualities of Jersey Royals while lifestyle advertising aims to whet the appetite of a younger generation. Emma Hatfield reports.

  • Stepac provides scientific answer
    Article

    Stepac provides scientific answer

    2004-04-22T16:46:31Z

    In this week’s focus on packaging Stepac reveals scientific research results, Amcor discusses improvement in modified atmosphere packaging, Prepack Systems unveils its D-pack and Leading Edge continues to drive retailer promotions.

  • Article

    Sweden approves GM potato crops

    2004-04-18T14:01:00Z

    Sweden has approved the growing of the first genetically modified potato crop.

  • Article

    Ishida continues growth

    2004-04-13T14:09:22Z

    In this week’s packaging focus, Ishida’s European arm continues to grow following the integration of QualiTech Handling Solutions, while the company’s director of fresh and chilled foods Paul Griffin explains the benefits of a fully integrated packing system, Linpac’s latest product - Maxi Pac makes an impact in the retail sector.

  • Ishida continues growth
    Article

    Ishida continues growth

    2004-04-08T17:25:00Z

    In this week’s packaging focus, Ishida’s European arm continues to grow following the integration of QualiTech Handling Solutions, while the company’s director of fresh and chilled foods Paul Griffin explains the benefits of a fully integrated packing system, Linpac’s latest product - Maxi Pac makes an impact in the retail sector.

  • Lifting begins in Jersey
    Article

    Lifting begins in Jersey

    2004-04-08T11:01:01Z

    A tough potato market in the UK is greeting first liftings of the Jersey Royal crop.

  • Alan Owens
    Article

    Greenvale acquires Avicorn Ltd

    2004-03-29T08:01:01Z

    Greenvale AP has agreed to acquire 100 per cent of the shares in Avicorn Ltd, the award-winning export company.

  • Exports of capsicum this season are expected to reach 26,000 tonnes
    Article

    Agrexco enjoys vegetable growth

    2004-03-26T12:01:00Z

    Agrexco's vegetable exports are spiralling upward and the Israeli exporter has plans to grow the category still further.

  • Article

    Wealmoor rides the waves

    2004-03-25T17:38:52Z

    In this week’s focus on exotics the Journal speaks to two of the best-known exotic growers/importers of fruit and vegetables in the UK marketplace - Wealmoor and Agrexco - about the development of their exotics portfolios and their perspectives on the road ahead.

  • Belgian supply calendar in four languages
    Article

    Belgian supply calendar in four languages

    2004-03-24T16:01:00Z

    New calendars of the main types of Belgian fruit and vegetables supplied is now available from Flandria and VLAM.

  • Nader Labidi
    Article

    Tunisia targets UK market

    2004-03-22T13:01:01Z

    The Tunisian fresh produce industry exhibited at Food & Drink Expo, and has singled the UK out as a target market for its citrus and vegetables.

  • Bernado Jaen supplies UK supermarkets with pineapples through a Fairtrade co-operative in Costa Rica
    Article

    A fair chance

    2004-03-18T18:11:09Z

    In just 10 years since its launch, Fairtrade has grown to accommodate more than 250 products. Emma Hatfield investigates the increasing role of fresh produce as ethical trading makes the leap from minority to mainstream.

  • Conveniently enough
    Article

    Conveniently enough

    2004-03-11T18:12:30Z

    Changing consumer preferences and time-poor lifestyles have contributed to the ongoing transformation of convenience foods into one of the most vibrant sectors in the produce industry. Emma Hatfield reports.

  • Morocco utilises strength in depth
    Article

    Morocco utilises strength in depth

    2004-03-11T18:08:37Z

    Morocco continues to diversify through a range of products as it looks to strengthen its place in the UK market. As ever citrus takes a lead role in exports, but innovative growers are working hard to create new opportunities. John Broy reports.

  • Potato stocks down 17.3 per cent
    Article

    Potato stocks down 17.3 per cent

    2004-03-01T13:01:01Z

    End January potato stocks in the UK were down 17.3 per cent on last year.

  • Doug Henderson of the FPC is working with suppliers and retailers on a code of practice specific to fresh produce
    Article

    Code failure: industry reacts

    2004-02-27T10:01:00Z

    The industry reacts to the Office of Fair Trade's review of the supermarket code of practice.

  • First UK ring rot outbreak contained
    Article

    First UK ring rot outbreak contained

    2004-02-24T14:00:59Z

    Defra has announced that the outbreak of potato ring rot on a Welsh Farm has been contained.