Tomato news archive – Page 65
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ArticleItalian TV star calls for Pachino boycott
Sicilian tomato sales under threat after Rai consumer affairs presenter accuses mafia of controlling trade in the variety
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New pack formats bring extra dimension to veg
It’s amazing how quickly bulk carry-home packs of potatoes have caught on in the retail trade. When the idea was tested
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Guernsey glass to push herb trade
A Guernsey herb production company is applying for permission to build an acre of modern glass - something unheard of for many years on the island.
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ArticleTesco CEO names executive committee
Incoming chief executive Philip Clarke has revealed that seven new members will join the retailer's committee
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ArticleA novel approach to home food production
Thanks to climate change and the evolution of technology, the boundaries between what can be grown in the UK and what must be imported are starting to blur. David Shapley takes a look at the development of non-native fresh produce and asks how much further plant breeding in this climate can go
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Retailers reposition their offer ahead of promo peaks
Encouraging the mass hunt for a bargain when the pennies are short is a powerful incentive, or so Morrisons must believe with
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ArticleSpain’s tomato exports fall
In the wake of a weather-troubled year, Spanish tomato exports reported to have decreased
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EVG confident despite profit fall
Evesham Vale Growers (EVG) is confident of a strong 2011 with “continued growth” despite posting a small fall in profits.
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ArticleLidl plays down fears of UK pepper recall
Discount retailer Lidl UK has moved to calm fears that the discovery of plant growth regulator Ethephon on capsicum from Spain - destined for sale at Lidl Group stores in continental Europe - could lead to a product recall in the UK.
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ArticleTomato growers lobby European Parliament
French, Italian and Spanish tomato producers are joining forces to lobby the European Parliament in the hope it will veto a new association agreement with Morocco.
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Shoppers spoilt for choice on premium pre-packs
There’s no doubt that the fresh produce category is becoming more and more complicated when it comes to defining what it
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ArticleUnilever boss calls for food security push
Unilever’s chief executive has set out a four-point plan to ensure food security and called on industry bosses to put more of a focus on sustainability.
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ArticlePortugal eyes the UK
The Portuguese fresh produce industry is stepping up to the challenge of supplying the UK marketplace like never before, despite experiencing major weather disruptions last season. Elizabeth O’Keefe visits vegetable and salad producers in southern Portugal to find out more
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Rijk Zwaan begins work at new glasshouse
Plant breeder Rijk Zwaan has kicked off 2011 by initiating plantings its new tomato demonstration nursery in Kwintsheul, The Netherlands.
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ArticleLack of investment ‘handicap’ to UK sector
Fresca’s Chris Mack believes lack of investment is preventing UK sector from fulfilling potential
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ArticleThe new year brings hope to prepared produce sector
The prepared fruit and vegetable enters 2011 with a strong hand and an industry brimming with new product launches. Elizabeth O’Keefe takes a look at what’s happening at a retail level and the latest trends
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ArticleThe death of the label?
In light of the news that sticky labels could be ousted in favour of “tattooed” information on fruit and vegetables, Elizabeth O’Keefe asks what’s next for labelling and whether the industry is delivering what consumers really want and need
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ArticleA warm welcome for Winter Salads
With all the emphasis on home-grown, seasonal produce in the media, consumers could be forgiven for questioning the overseas offer. But a new campaign to promote winter leafy salads from Spain, to complement British product when it is out of season and maintain and improve purchasing frequency, hopes to use some clever promotions and a cheeky chef to get their message across. Alex Lawson reports
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ArticleM&S launches convenience lines
UK premium retailer Marks & Spencer set to launch 10 fresh convenience lines aimed at consumers who are trying to eat more vegetables.
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ArticleGood result for Almeria’s exporters
Regional association Coexphal reports “positive” result for growers in southern Spanish province