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UK claims victory in Europe
Proposals for a ”Soils Directive”, that would have added significantly to the regulatory burden on farming for no perceptible environmental gain, have been thrown out by the EU Council of Ministers, following a sustained campaign by the NFU.
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Dwarf revolution in Queensland
A new dwarf variety of banana could revolutionise the production of Ladyfinger bananas in Queensland, Australia.
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GLA revokes three licences
The three gangmasters accused of malpractice by the Gangmaster Licensing Authority earlier this week have formally had their licences revoked.
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ArticleIntense time for Nunhems
Seed breeder Nunhems’ Intense™ tomato has been nominated for the Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2008.
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Frustration grows after gang raid
Trade frustration with the Gangmasters Licensing Authority (GLA) is growing following a raid on Vale of Evesham spring onion and leek supplier Simms & Woods.
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ArticleJanic merges into Keelings
Janic Import & Export has completed a merger with Keelings UK Ltd, which will see the two companies combine under the Keelings banner.
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ArticleTight grape job running behind schedule
Grape shipments from South Africa this season are running slightly behind last year in volume terms, and the market is still tight.
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ArticleScottish farmers get generous with sprouts
NFU Scotland members yesterday donated sprouts to two nursing homes in West Lothian as part of its ‘What’s on Your Plate?’ campaign.
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ECPA sticks to its guns
The European Crop Protection Association (ECPA) has restated that unless the Agriculture Council amends the existing draft regulation for placing pesticides on the market, farmers will be left with few solutions for protecting important crops.
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ArticleAgrexco sells private shares
Agrexco, Israel's primary exporter of fresh produce, is reported to be planning on issuing NIS120 million (£15.16m) of private stocks to institutions; the first move towards privatisation of the company according to trade sources talking to FPJ’s Israeli correspondent.
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ArticleChristmas tree information deemed illegal
Danish Christmas tree growers have got the needle, having been charged under the country's competition laws of trying to fix prices.
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NZ apple ban set to drag on
It could take years for Australia’s ban on apple imports from New Zealand to be lifted, according to New Zealand trade minister Phil Goff.
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ArticleEMR lines excel in tough season
Two strawberry varieties from the breeding programme at East Malling Research (EMR) have proven themselves in the difficult production conditions this year.
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Tasmanian cherries dodge weather devils
Tasmanian cherry growers are expecting a crop of around 3,000 tonnes this season, with peak harvest due in the week after Christmas.
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ArticleCalifornia strawberry exports to UK on the up
California strawberry exports to the UK rose to 3,239 tonnes during the January-September period, compared to 1,859t in 2006, according to the California Strawberry Commission.
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ArticleMexico project to boost Summerfruit Company offer
The Summerfruit Company’s strategic alliance with Sunnyridge Farms has proved to be a huge asset to its business, sales director Ian Waller told FPJ.
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ArticleRudolph flies in at Asda
Asda has launched a new, exclusive potato variety into its stores in time for Christmas - the festively named Rudolph.
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ArticleChilean berry exports overcome strikes
Public sector strikes in Chile in late November have had little effect on blueberry exports, it has been reported.
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BerryWorld to mix up organics
BerryWorld is looking into launching an organic mixed berry selection pack early next year to extend its offer.
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ArticleTurkey rains hit stocking-fillers
Rainfall in Turkey over the last 10 days is likely to bring about an early end to the satsuma season from the country.