http://www.freshinfo.com The latest news and statistics on the UK fresh produce industry from the publishers of the FPJ (c) 2008, Lockwood Press Ltd. All rights reserved. http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46326 Film manufacturer Alesco is using eco-power to produce a new range compostable biofilms. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:01:02 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46326 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46322 DailyFresh Logistics has appointed a new board member to strengthen its position as a European distributor. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46322 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46330 Packaging is essential to reducing environmentally harmful food waste, says the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI). Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46330 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46323 The place of new technologies in the future of the produce sector will be debated in a major new forum programme scheduled to take place alongside this year’s World Fruit & Vegetable Show. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:01:02 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46323 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46336 G Ferrigno Ltd has announced the sad loss of their friend and colleague Brian Keenan who died suddenly, on August 1. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 09:01:02 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46336 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46334 JP Fresh is already busy updating its lorries to highlight the achievement of British Olympic gold medallist rower, Andy Hodge. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46334 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46337 Banana growers in the Dominican Republic and citrus producers in Florida have so far escaped unscathed from Tropical Storm Fay, which has been buffeting the regfion for the last few days. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46337 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46346 Zespri Group Ltd Chairman Craig Greenlees has announced his decision to step down after six years in the role. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:36:18 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46346 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46324 Law firm Mace & Jones warns agriculture bosses to take care when planning redundancies. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46324 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46325 Wholesaler Tom Son Ltd plans to develop its online ordering service. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46325 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46333 Tesco has been found guilty of exaggerating the comparative cheapness of a basket of its product against its rivals, and banned from repeating an ad that makes the claims. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46333 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46327 Sainsbury’s has opened possibly the UK’s greenest supermarket, featuring a timber frame, wind turbines and customer toilets with a rainwater flush. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:01:02 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46327 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46310 New Japanese research concludes that men with a diet rich in fruit and vegetables are less likely to develop a type of cancer of the esophagus. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46310 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46332 Fruit juices including grapefruit, orange and apple can dramatically reduce the effectiveness of heart and cancer drugs, say Canadian researchers. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46332 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46331 The latest TNS Worldpanel grocery market share figures, published show that price is now clearly driving sales. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 07:01:02 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46331 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46291 A diploma in manufacturing and product design has been developed to equip young people with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in the industry, and will be taught from a curriculum designed in partnership with manufacturers. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46291 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46329 Greencore has turned in a ‘solid’ trading statement despite difficult market conditions in the UK. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:01:02 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46329 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46328 Chiquita Brands International, Inc. has completed the sale of its wholly-owned German distribution business, Atlanta AG to Univeg Fruit and Vegetables BV for net proceeds of approximately €65 million (£51.3m). Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:22:36 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46328 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46296 A model consumer food safety programme has completed more than 500 inspections in its first year thanks to the California Leafy Greens Handler Marketing Agreement (LGMA). Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46296 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46321 Top UK companies believe food holds key to greater cultural awareness. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46321 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46295 Heat-sealing specialist Proseal has devised and installed a bespoke tray-packing system for fresh fruit salad at a major fruit-processing factory. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46295 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46318 Shoppers to find out why Fen farming matters, at Tesco backed event in Peterborough. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 09:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46318 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46317 Eat in Colour (EiC) is encouraging consumers feeling the pinch to save money by taking a ‘Crunchbox’ to work. Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46317 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46299 The Northern Ireland office of the Freight Transport Association (FTA) has welcomed the announcement by regional development minister Conor Murphy MLA of the preferred route for the creation of a new dual carriageway on the A26 between Ballymena and Ballymoney. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:01:02 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46299 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46319 Malcolm Walker, the multimillionaire founder of the Iceland frozen food chain, has reportedly had a bid for Woolworths turned down. It is thought he wants to expand the food side of the Woolworths network, to take on the UK’s c-store operators. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46319 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46320 A 53-city study study presented to a Stockholm conference today will say that waste water is being widely used to irrigate urban agricultural land in developing countries. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46320 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46277 Sainsbury’s is to market its new golden raspberries as a stain-free alternative to traditional red varieties. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46277 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46312 A new company offering weekly retail price information has set up in Boston, Lincolnshire. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46312 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46294 Jaffa-labelled fruit has enjoyed strong growth in value at Tesco in the last quarter, fuelled by an increase in in-store promotions as more shoppers look for bargains in the fruit and veg department. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46294 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46316 While the wholesale trade welcomed government grants to encourage North East corner shop owners to stock more fresh produce, the concept has not met with overwhelming support from shopkeepers. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:01:01 +0100 http://www.freshinfo.com/index.php?ei=9&s=n&ss=nd&sid=46316