All Production & Trade articles – Page 38
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ArticleHort Innovation introduces new strawberry variety
Stella-ASBP is a high-yielding, disease-resistant and sweet-flavoured variety developed closely with Australian growers and in partnership with the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
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FeaturesNorth Carolina Sweetpotato Commission eyes UK market growth
Michelle Grainger of the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission tells Fred Searle about the organisation’s latest efforts to boost sales in Britain
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ArticleNeatleaf Spyder sensors keep watch over plants
The Neatleaf Spyder aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the cultivation environment in the greenhouse, collecting data across the canopy and directing the grower’s attention to where it is most needed
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ArticleZespri braces for summer fruit competition after stellar start
CEO Jason Te Brake says Zespri remains on course to close the season well and expects summer fruits to exit the market early
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NewsCost of living drives down UK children’s fruit consumption
New survey from FareShare finds that a third of children are eating less fruit than a year ago
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ArticleSaudi ports show increase in containers handled
In the month of July, the volume of containers handled by ports in Saudi Arabia rose by 15.7 per cent year on year, as the Kingdom focuses on boosting efficiency and competitiveness
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NewsWarsaw to host GlobalGAP Summit
First event of its kind since 2018 will welcome industry leaders to the Polish city on 10-12 September this year
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ArticleEurope’s pear production begins slow recovery
Volumes in Italy and France set to rebound after weather-affected campaign, but growers in Belgium, Netherlands and Spain expect significant decline in production
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ArticleEU apple crop shrinks amid continued climate uncertainty
Next season’s volume set to fall to around 10.2m tonnes, mainly as a result of declining production in the eastern part of the continent
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ArticleIsraeli avocados bounce back
Following a disappointing campaign in 2023, Israeli avocado producers have welcomed a big rise in production this year, with efforts ongoing to develop new export markets
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ArticleNim’s renamed ‘Nim’s… Naturally’ to reflect wider product portfolio
Kent-based company has expanded far beyond its original lineup of fruit crisps
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FeaturesIndonesian picker allegations highlight risk of exploitation for seasonal workers
For the second time in three years, Indonesian pickers are alleged to have been charged illegal fees by a third party to come and work on UK farms
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NewsEast-West Seed’s sales increased last year
The group’s annual review highlights a 6 per cent increase in sales with growth in emerging markets of Africa and Latin America
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NewsBonduelle posts increase in annual revenue
French group confirms its profitability target despite what is called a “difficult consumer environment”
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FeaturesCould a new crop of apple ideas bear fruit in Hungary?
By employing advanced production methods, planting better varieties, and coordinating their marketing efforts, apple growers in the country appear to have given themselves a greater chance of commercial success
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ArticleMajor biostimulant study offers hope for tomato resilience
New study hopes to significantly boost the UK tomato sector
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ArticlePink Hudson raspberry set to complement Adelita in Morocco
With Moroccan growers looking to extend the raspberry season and consumers seeking out top flavour, Planasa’s Pink Hudson may be the ideal partner for Adelita, according to VitaBlue
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NewsMPs enrol on new NFU scheme to champion British food and farming
Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme aims to create new group of MPs to speak up for the agricultural industry
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ArticleAgrovision secures US$100m in latest funding round
Financing will fuel global expansion and accelerate product innovation
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NewsQ2 sales slide but net income climbs at Del Monte
Lower banana sales are recorded in the second quarter while there are strong margin improvements in the fresh and value-added product segments