Tomato news archive – Page 117
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Retailers hit out at Soil Association report
Retailers have hit back at a Soil Association report which found they were shunning UK organic food, as “inaccurate” and “unrepresentative”.
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ArticleFeeling the heat
Climate change may be a contentious subject to some, but as extreme weather conditions become more commonplace, now is the time for growers to act if they are to avoid feeling the heat. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleIslands get late promo boost
As a tough season for the Canary Islands tomato business tails off, the sector is benefiting from a late season promotional push.
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ArticlePlum tomato deal for Somerfield
Stubbins goes commercial after trials success with orange plum tomato for Somerfield
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ArticleEnergetic response
With the government working to achieve set targets to combat greenhouse gas emissions, it has never been easier to adopt energy efficient practices, and what better motivation than a reduction in cost? Emma Hatfield reports.
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Seasonal changes
The changeover between seasons is always an interesting time with some programmes about to close and others about to get under
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ArticleLet’s get physical, expert tells tomato growers
Physical controls are where most tomato growers can make improvements to their pest control strategies.
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ArticleTomato growers advised on IPM
Tomato growers were advised by a leading tomato pest expert that employing the latest chemistry, as part of an IPM strategy, could help overcome problems relating to variations between tomato pests, and combat resistance.
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ArticleHarry Potter turns to apples...
... and wins Scarborough schoolgirl national Le Crunch competition
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ArticleOberon war against tomato pests
Certis hosted a tomato conference at HRI Wellesbourne, and took the opportunity to introduce Oberon, its new insecticide for the dual control of spider mite and whitefly in tomato crops.
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ArticleAgrexco enjoys vegetable growth
Agrexco's vegetable exports are spiralling upward and the Israeli exporter has plans to grow the category still further.
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ArticleFlandria is largest quality mark for fresh vegetables in Europe
With a production volume in excess of 474,394 tonnes in 2003, Belgium's Flandria has become the largest quality mark for fresh vegetables in Europe.
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ArticleBelgian tomato offer expands significantly
2004 will see several notable changes in the range of tomatoes supplied under the Flandria quality label from Belgium
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ArticleTunisia targets UK market
The Tunisian fresh produce industry exhibited at Food & Drink Expo, and has singled the UK out as a target market for its citrus and vegetables.
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ArticleLong Life Solutions in produce breakthrough
LLS Long Life Smart Technology may eliminate the need for CA containers in a major breakthrough for the packaging and fresh produce sectors.
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ArticleSalad sales soar
Dutch salad exports reached an all-time high last year and with new packing equipment and key growth in capsicum, it is not just disease-resistant lettuce that has kept ahead. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleTry another flavour
Burgeoning retail interest has guaranteed UK tomatoes a bigger slice of shelf space this season, while ongoing varietal developments keep growers ahead of shifting consumer demand. Emma Hatfield reports.
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ArticleMorocco utilises strength in depth
Morocco continues to diversify through a range of products as it looks to strengthen its place in the UK market. As ever citrus takes a lead role in exports, but innovative growers are working hard to create new opportunities. John Broy reports.
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ArticleNFU welcomes National School Fruit Scheme expansion
The NFU has said that more growers across England will have the chance to supply fresh fruit and vegetables to schools under the National School Fruit Scheme.
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ArticleJersey tomato season kicks off
The tomato season in Jersey is up and running with first arrivals of new season Elegance large vine tomatoes and beefsteak tomatoes following hot on the heels of Aranca.