All articles by Tommy Leighton – Page 40
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ArticleWinter brings SA growers mixed blessings
A succession of massive cold frontal systems with high wind speeds and rough seas have brought more rain, snow and icy conditions to South Africa, in particular the Western Cape
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ArticleSun World signs up European trio
California grape and stonefruit producer, marketer and breeder Sun World has appointed three new licence-holders in Europe.
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ArticleChilean exporter hit by worker strike
Pacific Nut, the Chilean nut, almond and plum exporter, was temporarily closed down on Monday by striking workers who blocked access to two of the company’s facilities.
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Hull Fruit Market redevelopment taking shape
A shortlist of five developers has been chosen to draw up detailed proposals for the redevelopment of Hull’s historic Fruit Market area
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EurepGAP translations available
The new EurepGAP Standard version 3.0-1 is now available in German and Spanish.
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Asia Fruit Logistica a sellout
Asia Fruit Logistica, Asia's first regional fresh fruit and vegetable trade fair, has attracted more than 100 exhibitors for its launch event next month.
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Royal Mail action extended again
The current round of strike action by Royal Mail workers has been extended and is now set to continue until Friday August 17. Click here for the latest Royal Mail information.
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NZ to take apple appeal to WTO
New Zealand government ministers and officials met top-fruit industry leaders in Wellington today, reportedly to draw up battle plans for taking Australia to the World Trade Organisation for its refusal to open its ports to New Zealand apples.
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ArticleMVS focus firmly on foodservice
A new Kent-based fruit supplier claims to be the only company in the UK specialised in importing grape and lemons purely for the foodservice sector.
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Royal Mail workers launch two-week strike
Postal workers to launch nationwide industrial action for two weeks from July 25. Click here for full Royal Mail statement.
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ArticleGrowers' Market at Horti Fair
International Horti Fair, an exhibition at the Amsterdam RAI from October 9-12, is introducing a new pavilion for plant suppliers, called the Growers’ Market.
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ArticleQataris make bid for Sainsbury's
As widely expected in the City, Sainsbury's has been approached by a Middle Eastern investment fund about a possible £12-billion takeover.
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Gwyther attacks wages board
HTA director general David Gwyther has launched a furious attack on the Agriculture Wages Board after the AWB ratified much-criticised proposals for a new wages order.
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ArticleGreen film shows polytunnel promise
Growers living in sensitive areas where residents complain about polytunnels could be set for a boost after new trials into the feasibility of green film suggested they may be commercially viable.
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HDC reveals four berry prospects
The HDC has revealed the results of its summer fruit raspberry variety trial.
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Two new faces on Sainsbury's board
Sainsbury’s appointed two new board members ahead of its annual general meeting.
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Tesco stores shut in security alert
Fourteen Tesco stores across the UK - closed on police advice after a series of security threats - should reopen for normal Sunday trading.
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ArticleTesco returns to low-price focus
Tesco will launch its most extensive price-focused TV advertising campaign for more than 10 years tonight [Saturday].
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ArticleLineker goes local for Walkers
Gary Lineker is going local. The Walkers mascot will front a new series of campaigns for the company in September, as the firm attempts to cash in on local sourcing initiatives.
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ArticleEnglish growers set to be stretched
English top-fruit growers are unlikely to be able to meet the demand of their multiple customers this season, despite encouraging early crop forecasts.