Potato news archive – Page 131
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ArticleConveniently enough
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.
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ArticleMorocco utilises strength in depth
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.
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ArticlePotato stocks down 17.3 per cent
End January potato stocks in the UK were down 17.3 per cent on last year.
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ArticleCode failure: industry reacts
The industry reacts to the Office of Fair Trade's review of the supermarket code of practice.
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ArticleFirst UK ring rot outbreak contained
Defra has announced that the outbreak of potato ring rot on a Welsh Farm has been contained.
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Brown rot rears ugly head in Lancs
A Lancashire farmer has destroyed an entire consignment after the discovery of brown rot in seeds imported from the Netherlands
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Organic bubble bursts
Lincolnshire-based Sunset Farm Organics is facing closure despite huge demand for its produce and a booming organic market in the UK.
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ArticleChip Week receives celebrity support
The British Potato Council used Nell McAndrew (pictured) to launch Chip Week on Monday.
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ArticleEuropool unveils new re-usable packaging
With its BigBox the Euro Pool System launched its new re-usable packaging for fruit and vegetables.
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ArticleAgrexco spuds take a hike
The reputation of Israeli potatoes has gone from strength to strength in the past few years. This achievement is the result of the considerable hard work and commitment shown by all those involved - starting with the growers in Israel and continuing through to the packers in the UK. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleChips on the blocks
Greater choice has led to an explosion of fast food outlets on the UK’s high streets but has an increased array of products left chilled chips feeling the cold? Emma Hatfield reports.
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French fancy for convenience lines
Sopexa shows its convenient lines off to Fruit Logistica visitors.
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ArticleBPC reveals 2003 potato supply position
The British Potato Council’s (BPC) provisional estimate of calculated end-December stocks is down 14 per cent from the 2002 figure.
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ArticleAgronomist takes on Scottish-wide responsibility
Niall Allison has taken on a Scotland-wide remit to support growers of seed potatoes marketed through the Pseedco group.
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ArticleDon't let your guard down, potato store managers warned
Failing to make standard, everyday checks in potato stores is commonplace at this time of year adding to the annual 400,000 tonnes of avoidable loss from Britain's stores, warns the British Potato Council (BPC).
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ArticleCornish cornucopia
Reports suggest a dynamic year ahead for Cornish brassicas. Producers have focused their efforts on increasing varieties and ensuring continuity while UK retailers have shown their support by programming in good volumes of supply. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleWard defends ring-rot farmer
Graham Ward, chairman of the NFU horticulture board, has responded angrily to a member’s claim that the board should be doing more to support grower John Morgan whose potato crop suffered at the hands of ring-rot.
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ArticlePortuguese polemic
A decrease in Rocha pear volumes has already taken its toll on Portuguese export figures. Although there is expansion in other commodities, many smaller producers believe that low prices have combined with strict quality requirements to make the UK market unviable as an export option. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleTesco had a happy Christmas
Tesco's Christmas and New Year trading statement announces a 16.7 per cent group sales increase.
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ArticleRot victory key to Egyptian progress
The Egyptian potato market is full of confidence for the season ahead. Good growing conditions matched with increased awareness and development of quality assurance programmes means expectations are high. Growers are looking to take advantage of a problematic UK season as they aim to develop their position within the market. John Broy reports.