Tomato news archive – Page 114
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ArticleEverfresh Europe makes retail move
Everfresh Europe is launching a range of pre-packed fresh salads and herbs into the retail market, which aim to extend the life of the produce by up to 10 times.
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Brittany back on song
Breton growers report key brassica lines are back on track after the prolonged dry spell.
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ArticleBeacon Foods gets fruity
Beacon Foods has developed a whole range of fruit ingredients, which can accompany a variety of dishes.
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ArticleFirm thumbs up for IQ tester
Throughout October the Journal features a weekly series examining the latest developments in produce machinery. This week there has been firm praise from US avocado specialist Mission, for Sinclair iQ's fruit testing technology, while Greefa introduces its latest development in sorting, the new generation iQS II
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ArticleWinter hots up for Israel
As UK temperatures start to fall, prospects are hotting up for Israeli winter lines, particularly sweet potatoes, in light of European shortages and poor availability from the US. Emma Hatfield talks to Israeli producers and exporters to catch up on the latest news from Israel on conventional and organic lines.
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ArticleCanaries face crucial year
Canary Islands tomatoes fill a vital window of opportunity in the UK market. However, recent seasons have proved problematic and the coming year is viewed as make or break. Optimism remains high though, with a host of new varieties as the industry prepares to rise to the challenge. John Broy reports.
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Retailers prepare for Hallowe'en
David Shapley takes his regular look at the UK supermarket shelves.
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ArticleFresh Del Monte Produce reports solid Q3 results
Earnings per share, net sales, net income all advance despite challenging market conditions in Europe.
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ArticlePacking it in for produce
The produce packaging arena has little time to relax. Businesses are eager to stay one step ahead of the competition in a fiercely contested market. This year is no different with a host of innovations hoping to push produce in a different direction. John Broy reports.
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ArticleTomato industry reliant on R&D
To increase production efficiency, through the better use of resources, and to maximise fruit quality are the top R&D priorities for British tomato growers.
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ArticleCritical time for organics
As the soaring growth rate of the last few years begins to slide, there has been a change in focus in organic fresh produce along the length of the supply chain. Dominic Weaver reports.
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ArticleNew disease threat to UK tomato industry
A new disease threat to the UK tomato industry has been discovered in the south east of England this year.
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M&S man lauds home-grown tomatoes
The flavour of British tomatoes makes them the best retailers can buy, according to an M&S technologist.
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ArticleCommit or lose rebate, industry told
The UK's glasshouse industry has to step up its commitment to use energy more efficiently, or risk losing Climate Change Levy (CCL) rebates after 2006.
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ArticleThe closed greenhouse effect
The innovation of the early part of the 21st century will be the closed greenhouse.
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ArticleTomatoes becoming more predictable
Predicting tomato yields could be a more precise science in the near future.
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Asda goes again
Asda launched a second wave of promotional activity ñ Celebrating Home Grown Produce ñ this week following the success of its Buy British campaign.
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ArticleExcellent salad performance for Greenery
The Greenery/Naturelle has reported a strong year for Dutch salads despite the problems of a hot summer.
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ArticleSpanish salads survive heatwave
As the new Spanish salads season get underway optimism is high within the UK for a rewarding campaign. Hot weather, though, has played its part and may cause a few early season headaches. John Broy reports.