All Production & Trade articles – Page 1486
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ArticleTesco stamps out carbon footprints
Tesco has pledged to label every product with a “carbon calorie counter” in the latest bid for green retailing.
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Kiwis tackle labour crisis
The labour authorities in New Zealand have declared a seasonal labour shortage in Hawke’s Bay as the top-fruit harvest is about to start.
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ArticleNo Finnish to pepper problem?
As the agricultural office of the Spanish Embassy said this week that the situation involving use of illegal pesticides on capsicum was “under control”, authorities in Finland announced the discovery of the pesticide in consignments from Almeria.
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Aussie wholesalers stand up to growers
In a move that might interest UK wholesale market traders, Australian fruit and vegetable wholesalers have issued a raft of specifications to stop growers from sending in second grade produce and expecting a first grade price.
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High winds and high-sided vehicles
Following many reports of overturned lorries during today's gales and the associated disruption to motorways and trunk roads, the Freight Transport Association has asked its members to carefully consider decisions on scheduling and routeing of high sided vehicles.
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California freeze creates opportunity
A devastating freeze in California has obliterated at least half of the citrus crop remaining on trees and opened up opportunities for Spanish senders.
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ArticleEat in Colour hits the headlines
After many months of preparation and planning, the fresh produce industry’s Eat in Colour campaign has been launched to consumer media today, so keep a look out for coverage in national and regional papers and on regional radio stations.
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FTA appoints new managers
The Freight Transport Association has announced the appointment of a number of new managers.
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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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Retail giants join up to fight unfair working conditions
Four of the world’s most powerful retailers are to link up to make sure suppliers’ working conditions are fair.
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ArticleWatercress withdrawn in salmonella scare
A leading UK salads supplier withdraws watercress products because of possible salmonella contamination.
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Stepac Xtends veg capabilities
Modified-atmosphere specialist Stepac has extended the range of vegetables and salads that can now be packed in its modified atmosphere/modified humidity (MA/MH) packaging.
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California freezing
California's citrus industry was hit by a second night of record-low temperatures this weekend, increasing fears of widespread crop destruction.
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Mack launches revamped website
Fresh produce supplier M & W Mack, part of the Fresca Group Limited, has updated its website for the new year.
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Chile steps up climate watch
The Chilean Fruit Development Foundation has just added three new stations to its agro-climate monitoring network.
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ArticleGrapes in full flow
Chile is expecting a bumper grape season according to the exporters’ association as the first fruit begins to arrive in the UK.
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Aussie apple growers to appeal decision on NZ fruit
Australian apple growers are to appeal a recent decision to allow New Zealand apples into the Australian market.
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EC discusses import licences for garlic
A European Commission discussion paper on the introduction of import licences for selected products related to garlic is being compiled, Defra told the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) on Friday.
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Spanish salads in turmoil
Unseasonably mild weather in southern Spain is playing havoc with salad and vegetable availability.
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English apples body appoints new chairman
Promotional body English Apples & Pears has announced Sir Ben Gill will become chairman of the company following the retirement of Robin Pooley at its agm in March.