All articles by Tom Bonnett – Page 2
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Man who serenades plums 'increases harvest'
A plum-charmer has been called in to play clarinet to Pershore's plum trees in the hope it will increase this season’s harvest.
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Chilli festival set for debut
The first ever chilli festival to be held in the North East will take place next week on the historic grounds of Seaton Delaval Hall, Northumberland.
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BSF refutes claims over strawberry availability
British Summer Fruits has hit back after reports in the media this week that strawberries are having their worst season in 20 years.
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Boost for US school salad scheme
More than 15 salad bars will be built in schools in the Washington DC area after donations to the Grower-Shipper Association of Central California (GSA) and United Fresh’s Salad for School campaigns.
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NFU call for supermarkets to increase local sourcing
Retailers could do more to strengthen ties with farmers and growers, according to a new report from the NFU.
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Slow start for Northwest Cherries
Northwest Cherries has blamed "unseasonal cool weather" in late May and June for a slow opening to this year's crop.
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WRAP's waste reduction initiative gathers pace
Foodservice group Compass has signed up to WRAP’s Hospitality and Foodservice Agreement in a bid to help achieve waste reduction targets set for the UK fresh produce industry.
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Calls for UK to replicate US voucher scheme
Senior industry figures have called for the UK to replicate a US scheme to offer free fruit to OAPs - but questioned whether the cash is available to do it here.
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One in four companies making a loss
A new study from Plimsoll has revealed that 235 companies, representing around one quarter of the fresh produce industry, are currently making a loss.
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Supermarket fruit causes customer confusion
Customers are confused whether it’s cheaper to buy bagged or loose fruit, according to new research looking into supermarket trends.
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Elsoms to unveil new crop varieties
Seed producer Elsoms has begun preparations for two open days, set to take place 10 and 11 October, at the company’s Spalding-based growing site.
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FAO highlights global food waste
Around 1.3 billion tonnes of the world’s food is wasted annually, according to Robert van Otterdijk, agro-industry officer for the UN’s Food & Agriculture Organisation.
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Aviko to launch sweet potato fries
Potato producer Aviko is launching a new range of premium sweet potato fries, with hopes it can have a big impact on the foodservice industry.
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Lidl is the next 'super brand'
Budget supermarket Lidl is set to become the next ‘super brand’ by 2015, according to new poll research released by YouGov on behalf of advertising firm Bordello.
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Fruit & veg art competition reaches final stages
A local food union's 'Create A Fruit & Veg Masterpiece' art competition has reached its final stages.
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Fresh faces for Freshfel
Freshfel Europe has appointed a new board for the 2012-2014 term with Philippe Henri, previously chairman of Freshfel’s wholesale and distribution division, appointed as its new president.
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Brassica growers warn of supply shortages
Brassica growers have warned of a potential shortage of broccoli and cauliflower due to the recent unpredictable weather.
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EC launches fresh produce supply chain review
The European Commission has launched a public consultation to analyse the future of Europe’s fruit and vegetable sectors.
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NFU disappointed by AWB outcome
The NFU has criticised the outcome of the 2012 Agricultural Wages Board (AWB) negotiations that will result in a weighted 2.6 per cent wage increase for workers across the farming industry.
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New tomato research 'lowers production costs'
Scientists have sequenced the genome of the domesticated tomato in a breakthrough that could lower production costs for growers of tomato crops.