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- 14 May 2014
Teagasc National Berry Seminar
The Teagasc National Berry Seminar and Trade show, which took place in Carlow recently, 1 May, heard how further growth in the Irish berry sector is expected. Dr Eamonn Kehoe of Teagasc said that the Irish berry sector continues to be one of the most challenging, rewarding and profitable sectors of Irish horticulture.
- 13 May 2014
GreenTech Amsterdam 11-12 June 2014
About GreenTech Amsterdam
The biennial exhibition GreenTech Amsterdam is the new platform of international horticulture technology. No one who is aiming for success can afford to miss this brand new show in June.
- 23 April 2014
Priorities for Food Industry 2014
Food and Drink Industry Ireland (FDII), the Ibec group that represents the food sector, recently published its 'Policy recommendations of the food and drink sector 2014',[pdf, 861kB] which stresses the central role the industry can play in the economic life of the country in the coming years,
- 15 April 2014
Making the Kiwi-Fruit Lunch Box Friendly
Bord Bia's latest PERIscope study findings has shown that children in Ireland are bringing healthier lunch boxes to school. With almost three-quarters of all children's lunch boxes containing fruit, it's not surprising that the banana, apple and indeed the peel-easy oranges are the preferred choice given their convenience.
- 17 March 2014
Innovations Highlighted at Fruit Logistica 2014
FRUIT LOGISTICA is one of the leading international meeting places of the fresh produce trade. Every February, more than 2,300 companies from across the entire fresh produce value chain are present in a single location.
- 03 March 2014
Hayes Welcomes Potato Promotion Plans
Speaking at the National Potato Conference, Tom Hayes, T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for Horticulture, recently welcomed the investments made by the potato growers and packers over the years in order to remain competitive and develop market share.
- 27 February 2014
Potato Conference Hears Unviable Prices for Growers Threatens Production
Opening the National Potato Conference, organised by IFA, Teagasc and Bord Bia, in Dublin recently, IFA President Eddie Downey warned that potato production is under threat in Ireland because of a falling share of the consumer price for growers and rising input costs.
Read more: Potato Conference Hears Unviable Prices for Growers Threatens Production
- 12 February 2014
Consumers Increasingly Taking Time To Appreciate Food
Newton's law of motion which states that 'every action has an equal and opposite reaction' certainly seems at times to be relevant to areas other than science. Take consumer attitudes to food for example: On the one hand, we have the constant search for convenience, with consumers constantly eating 'on the go' and looking for manufacturers to present them with food solutions that help minimise food preparation time (See our Fluid Lives trend for more on this).
Read more: Consumers Increasingly Taking Time To Appreciate Food
- 10 February 2014
Coveney Announces Food Harvest Prepared Consumer Foods Groups
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, recently announced the establishment of a group to identify the actions needed to maximise the contribution of the prepared consumer foods sector to the targets set out in Food Harvest 2020. The group will comprise industry appointed representatives but at their request, the Minister has appointed an independent chair.
Read more: Coveney Announces Food Harvest Prepared Consumer Foods Groups
- 05 February 2014
Foster: Food A Good News Story for Northern Ireland
Launching Fermanagh chef Noel McMeel's new book 'Irish Pantry', Arlene Foster added that the heritage and quality of Northern Ireland's food meant that it had a great story to tell. Arlene Foster said: "Our wonderful food tells a story of Northern Ireland's culture, heritage, people and landscape. Noel's recipes are steeped in nostalgia and celebrate a culture of eating quality, home grown produce.
Read more: Foster: Food A Good News Story for Northern Ireland
- 29 January 2014
Inmates' Creative Side Revealed
Prisoners at Northern Ireland's main high-security jail have made hundreds of holly wreaths and other Christmas decorations for charity. Hardened criminals sat down to horticulture classes to establish a virtual cottage industry behind the razor-wire topped walls of Maghaberry in Co Antrim and bring a wave of festive colour to local homes.
- 06 May 2014
Irish Cheese Awards at Bloom 2014
The Irish Cheese Awards along with their new awards partner, the Traditional Cheese Company will return to Bloom this year.
- 17 April 2014
HDC Publishes New Water Guide for Soft Fruit Growers
A new grower guide has been produced by HDC for the soft fruit industry outlining the options available for harvesting and recycling water. The new guide, entitled 'Water harvesting and recycling in soft fruit' provides comprehensive information on the range of systems available to growers for collecting water from tunnels, glasshouses and run-off water from soilless substrate grown crops.
Read more: HDC Publishes New Water Guide for Soft Fruit Growers
- 18 March 2014
Continued Growth in the French Organic Food Market
According to a recent report from the French Organic agency, in the first semester of 2013, the surface of organic agriculture in France reached over 1 million hectares and the number of organic food producers reached over 25,000.
Read more: Continued Growth in the French Organic Food Market
- 03 March 2014
Teagasc Vegetable Seminar 2014
This Seminar is to update industry in the technical and marketing areas of the business. Topics will include the latest information from the UK on weed control in Brassicas and Alliums, a world renowned expert on slugs, what's the latest on cabbage root fly control and what are the implications for the industry with the new pesticide legislation.
- 28 February 2014
Coveney Announces Food Harvest Prepared Consumer Foods Group
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, announced the establishment of a group to identify the actions needed to maximise the contribution of the prepared consumer foods sector to the targets set out in Food Harvest 2020. The group will comprise industry appointed representatives but at their request, the Minister has appointed an independent chair.
Read more: Coveney Announces Food Harvest Prepared Consumer Foods Group
- 13 February 2014
Nanotechnology Survey
The Institute for Global Food Security at Queen' University, Belfast in collaboration with Teagasc Food Research Centre, Dublin is undertaking a Safefood sponsored investigation to evaluate the applications, opportunities and challenges presented by nanotechnology across the agri-food sector on the Island of Ireland. Your organisation has been identified as a key stakeholder in the agri-food sector within the island of Ireland and as such I would like to invite you to participate in our on-line survey (word version of the survey is available on request) by 28/02/2014. It will take approx 10 min to complete.
- 11 February 2014
‘Possible to Grow Crops’ on Mars
It is possible to grow various plants including crops on the surface of Mars, researchers have said. Experts carried out an experiment lasting 50 days with 14 plants species using artificial Martian and lunar soil, provided by US space agency Nasa.
- 05 February 2014
Potatoes Remain Most Important Vegetable Carbohydrate in Britain
In Great Britain, potatoes are the second most popular carbohydrate consumed in the home (after bread), with over 53 million people eating potatoes in the home. Fresh potatoes are eaten by 42 million people, and 31 million people eat frozen potatoes.
Read more: Potatoes Remain Most Important Vegetable Carbohydrate in Britain
- 29 January 2014
Every Flower Has a Special Meaning: What Does Your Favorite Flower Stand For?
Flowers are inextricably linked to the psyche of human beings. Studies have shown repeatedly just how deep the emotional connection is between human beings and flowers. In fact, many studies have shown that the mere presence of flowers evokes feelings of well-being, calm, happiness, and intimacy in people. But beyond this connection, many flowers have a special meaning that is steeped in tradition, symbolism, or both. Below are five flowers with special meanings you may not have known about.
Read more: Every Flower Has a Special Meaning: What Does Your Favorite Flower Stand For?
- 21 January 2014
UK Christmas 2013 – The Winners and Losers!
It's no surprise that Aldi and Lidl were the big winners over Christmas period, with early reports suggesting that the discounters have notched up their best Christmas trading figures on record. Their double-digit growth can be attributed to their improved quality and a broader range of product choice for middle-class consumers. Sales across both Aldi and Lidl increased by 29% and 18% to £1.1 billion and £0.85 billion, respectively, for the latest 12 week period ending the 5th January 2014.
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