AllFresh conference postponed
Organisers have decided to postpone the allFresh conference in South Africa slated for 16 September until next year, blaming the global economic squeeze and FIFA World Cup costs
Thu 2 Sep 10, 14:01 | More...Plastic bag figures fall
Supermarkets and their customers have reduced the number of ‘single-use' carrier bags being handed out for the fourth year in a row but doubt has been cast over the extent of progress on the issue.
Thu 2 Sep 10, 12:01 | More...Total Produce sees pre-tax rise
Total Produce has announced a turnaround in its business after cold weather hit the company hard in the early months of 2010.
Thu 2 Sep 10, 10:01 | More...Prevar Smitten with new apple
Smitten has been unveiled as the trademark name for apple cultivar PremA17 from the Prevar stable.
Thu 2 Sep 10, 09:01 | More...Banana forum fights for 'living wage'
The global banana trade is working towards a new concept of a ‘living wage’ after the value of working in the industry has been eroded, according to one body.
Thu 2 Sep 10, 08:01 | More...Strategy formed for Leicester food
A partnership which is committed to helping support the economy has enlisted the services of the specialist team of experts to help drive forward the food and drink economy of Leicester and Leicestershire.
Wed 1 Sep 10, 14:01 | More...Ireland sees 5 A DAY increase
A new survey has suggested that there has been a 20 per cent increase in people eating five portions of fruit and vegetables a day in Ireland.
Wed 1 Sep 10, 12:01 | More...Asda indicates new discounting strategy
Bananas could be permanently discounted under Asda’s new promotional strategy.
Wed 1 Sep 10, 10:01 | More...Spain maintains top global position
The UN has confirmed Spain’s position as globe’s top fruit and vegetable exporter.
Wed 1 Sep 10, 09:01 | More...Irish producers reject Asda approach
Irish producers have reacted angrily to suggestions that the republic’s planning guidelines be changed to facilitate the entry of another overseas multiple.
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