All Production & Trade articles – Page 1439
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ArticleBanana wars set for peace deal
European and Latin American negotiators are close to a deal that could see the end of long-running banana disputes, it has been reported.
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ArticleLiverpool Produce Terminal on track for October
Work is well underway on the £6 million fresh produce terminal at the Port of Liverpool, planned for completion in October.
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ArticleUruguay projects blueberry export hike
Shipments to the US could reach 1,500 tonnes this season, compared with just 120 tonnes in 2007
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ArticleMurcian watermelon deal suffers setback
This year’s Murcian watermelon crop is set to be 5 per cent lower than the 2007 campaign, due in part to water shortages
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ArticleCoastline branches into Kent
Foodservice provider Coastline is on course with its expansion plans, following the acquisition of fresh food wholesaler GJ Jones and Sons in Kent.
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ArticleLemon melon first at Tesco
A melon that tastes like a lemon has hit shelves at Tesco this week.
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ArticleCalifornia unveils grape chart toppers
The California Table Grape Commission has unveiled a new variety chart for the 2008 season.
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ArticleRecord production for Peruvian growers
The country’s agriculture sector has recorded solid growth for potatoes, asparagus and mangoes, among other products
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ArticleHurricane hurts Texan citrus
A full assessment has yet to be carried out but initial surveys suggest grapefruit trees have been hardest hit
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ArticleGranny Smith apple of California’s eye
California’s apple harvest is bouncing back this year after a disappointing 2007 season
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Potato heavyweights reap rewards
Three schools out of the thousands that took part in this season’s Grow Your Own Potatoes project have been rewarded for producing the heaviest crops of Vales Emerald and Rocket.
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Aid arrives for French fruit growers
Following the devastating impact of last spring's frost, French fruit growers are to receive state aid
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West Australian organic growth
The organic food industry in Western Australia is set for major growth over the next three years
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ArticleGrapes stress California credentials
Californian table grapes are cashing in on their state-of-origin credentials this season to remain one of the top produce brands sold across Asia
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Chiquita to relocate to Swiss Rolle
Chiquita is moving its European headquarters from Belgium to Switzerland.
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ArticleBerry category told to get smart
The berry category has been warned to get smarter to protect its margins and refrain from “micro-management of the retail environment” to secure the long-term future of the industry.
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Good harvest on cards for Vinalopó grapes
Agronomists at the regulatory council for speciality bagged grapes from Vinalopó are forecasting a “good” harvest for the fruit.
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ArticleWashington apple crop to match 2007
The Washington Apple Commission's first 2008 season forecast puts the crop at similar levels to the previous year
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Argentina outlines grape strategy
Argentina has launched an ambitious national grape programme that it hopes will see export values triple over the next 12 years.
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ArticleAustralian citrus sector seeks new direction
Inaugural board set to usher in new era for restructured Australian citrus industry from October 2008