John Deere Tractors Join Newmafruit Fleet
Established in 1973, Newmafruit Farms is one of the largest fruit growers and fruit packing operations in the UK, supplying all the major...
Fruit Logistica 2013
The World's Leading Trade Fair for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Business. FRUIT LOGISTICA is the leading international meeting place of the fresh produce...
UK: Staffordshire Fruit Farms Allowed to Keep Polytunnels
Two fruit farms in Staffordshire are being allowed to keep their polytunnels after local authorities have said that it they are vital for the...
Innovation in Fruit and Vegetables Highlighted
The recent Fruit Logistica show highlighted several new innovative offerings, appealing to different needs in consumers lives. The recent Fruit...
Bioplastics from Fruit and Vegetable by-Products
The TRANSBIO research consortium, formed by 16 research bodies and national and international firms, such as CNTA as the technological expert in fermentation processes...
UK Home Grown Fruit and Veg in Danger
Poor supply chain practices are devaluing the fruit and vegetable industry according to the findings of a recent study. The National Farmer's Union's (NFU) Catalyst...
New European Association for Innovation in Fruit and Vegetables
The research and innovation commission of the AREFLH (Assembly of the European Regions producing fruit, vegetables and plants), announced its decision to create a...
New Initiatives in Fruit and Vegetable Retailing
Up until recently, the retailing of fresh produce followed mainly traditional practises. Fresh produce is normally sold at or near the entrance to...
300 Staff at Fruit Firm Get 2pc Pay Rise after Tesco Deal
MORE than 300 warehouse workers are set for a 2pc pay rise after staff at Tesco won the same increase. The Labour Court has...
Fruit and Vegetables More Expensive in SupermarketsThan Local Shops
Supermarkets have hiked up the price of fresh fruit and vegetables, meaning markets and local shops are up to 35% cheaper for healthy...